CAROLINA CARGO /ROCKHILL S.C.

by rustynail
(columbia)

Carolina convict is a great company if you like working with ex convicts, running teams and only making 10cents a mile. The recruiter said i would make 800/1000 a week/ all drop n/hook,run dedicated from s.c. to cali. and back.


I was gone for a week with them drove through a blizzard in Iowa on I-80, had pneumonia. Got to Salt Lake find out i'm only making 10cents a mile. I go to Idaho pick up potatoes and haul back to Richmond ,va..

I unload and take truck back to terminal. I tell them i quit .that's 2yrs. ago and i haven't ever been paid a penny. But they put me on d.a.c..Now that's just one company i had 2 deal with.

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Nov 01, 2019
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Asking for my husband
by: Anonymous

My question is since this is such a forgiving company are they going to do a hair drug test on drivers with a past like that? I mean he quit when he started school but that was a month ago and hair traces back before that so thats why i am asking.

Oct 02, 2019
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BAD PLACE TO WORK FOR! NEW
by: Anonymous

They do not pay you, mushroom policy, bad promises, when they force you to leave they do not fire you so by law they do not have to pay you till they feel like it! They do not tell you anything after asking several times!
They should have a decent place for their drivers to wait, theirs is nastier than the worst truck stop!
They say they want to treat you like family, they do not even want to mix with you!

May 09, 2019
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Do go to Carolina Cargo NEW
by: Anonymous

DONT DO IT, THERE ARE OTHER OPTIONS!
Carolina Cargo lacks any chance of resembling a company that has an ethical compass or decent company standards.         
I started Carolina Cargo in September, 2018 with 5+ years experience being a trainer most of that time.  Quit in April 2019.  I have been broken down for days at least 5 or 6 times, and they have a lousy break down department and you have to beg to receive breakdown pay of $50.
Most of the drivers are felons that are severely taken advantage of, paid to get their CDL from a truck driving school.   When they complete school, they talk to one of two recruiters, Brad or Tiffany.   Brad tells new recruits that they will make $840 in the second week at $.14 a mile and at least that every week after.  A Carolina Cargo driver rarely gets 6000 miles, so a new driver will hardly ever even see $500 in a week.  He also tells recruits that they can go home for 4 days just after being on the road for 2 weeks, but that is not so.  He misleads people into believing that Carolina Cargo will help you get home on your home time, but that is also a lie.   
When you want to go home, you have to find your own way there and back from Rockhill, SC.  He also says you will get paid weekly, that also, is not true.  They will always hold a "trip" but that trip has to be at least 2000 miles before they will release your money from the "trip" prior.  If you ever decide to quit, they will hold your last pay check for 14 business days,  that's 3 weeks!  This will make you think twice about quitting.

    Carolina Cargo has made me beg them so many times for money that was rightfully owed.  I always had to compare my statement to what I did prior to make sure it matched, most of time, it did NOT. I then had to call and beg. Speaking about calling, sont bother, they will hardly ever answer. That goes for dispatchers, payroll, and maintenance. Only people that you can get a hold of on a regular basis is Safety and of course, recruiting!
One time they fired my trainee while we were broke down in Los Angeles,  CA.  They told him he was NOT allowed back on the truck and for me to leave him in the streets of L.A., broke and hungry!  I was angry because my trainee was a very kind person and a great driver.  Carolina Cargo said the reason he was fired in the streets of L.A. was because he filled his application wrong!
Western Express won't take murderers, rapists, or even child molesters, but that may be where Carolina Cargo has a niche.         If I knew anymore felons with a CDL that needed a nice, caring, cooperative,  honest, and fair place to drive, I would NOT suggest Carolina Convict, but I would tell them to call Bree Tatum, 615-846-3705 and also fill out an application here http://drivewithwestern.com
Carolina Cargo cheats and deceives its employees, and has policies in place that make it very difficult for someone with a tarnished past to ever leave the company. They are concerned only with their bottom line, although the owner will give you a story about second chances. The only chance that one can expect by being employed by this company is the chance to be taken advantage of. This is certainly not moral!  
 Carolina Cargo isnt known as Carolina Convict because of the drivers they hire, but because of the day to day operations in the office.
BE VERY VERY CAREFUL AND KNOW THERE ARE MUCH BETTER COMPANIES OUT THERE.

May 09, 2019
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Do go to Carolina Cargo
by: Brian Frank

DONT DO IT, THERE ARE OTHER OPTIONS!
Carolina Cargo lacks any chance of resembling a company that has an ethical compass or decent company standards.         
I started Carolina Cargo in September, 2018 with 5+ years experience being a trainer most of that time.  Quit in April 2019.  I have been broken down for days at least 5 or 6 times, and they have a lousy break down department and you have to beg to receive breakdown pay of $50.
Most of the drivers are felons that are severely taken advantage of, paid to get their CDL from a truck driving school.   When they complete school, they talk to one of two recruiters, Brad or Tiffany.   Brad tells new recruits that they will make $840 in the second week at $.14 a mile and at least that every week after.  A Carolina Cargo driver rarely gets 6000 miles, so a new driver will hardly ever even see $500 in a week.  He also tells recruits that they can go home for 4 days just after being on the road for 2 weeks, but that is not so.  He misleads people into believing that Carolina Cargo will help you get home on your home time, but that is also a lie.   
When you want to go home, you have to find your own way there and back from Rockhill, SC.  He also says you will get paid weekly, that also, is not true.  They will always hold a "trip" but that trip has to be at least 2000 miles before they will release your money from the "trip" prior.  If you ever decide to quit, they will hold your last pay check for 14 business days,  that's 3 weeks!  This will make you think twice about quitting.

    Carolina Cargo has made me beg them so many times for money that was rightfully owed.  I always had to compare my statement to what I did prior to make sure it matched, most of time, it did NOT. I then had to call and beg. Speaking about calling, sont bother, they will hardly ever answer. That goes for dispatchers, payroll, and maintenance. Only people that you can get a hold of on a regular basis is Safety and of course, recruiting!
One time they fired my trainee while we were broke down in Los Angeles,  CA.  They told him he was NOT allowed back on the truck and for me to leave him in the streets of L.A., broke and hungry!  I was angry because my trainee was a very kind person and a great driver.  Carolina Cargo said the reason he was fired in the streets of L.A. was because he filled his application wrong!
Western Express won't take murderers, rapists, or even child molesters, but that may be where Carolina Cargo has a niche.         If I knew anymore felons with a CDL that needed a nice, caring, cooperative,  honest, and fair place to drive, I would NOT suggest Carolina Convict, but I would tell them to call Bree Tatum, 615-846-3705 and also fill out an application here http://drivewithwestern.com
Carolina Cargo cheats and deceives its employees, and has policies in place that make it very difficult for someone with a tarnished past to ever leave the company. They are concerned only with their bottom line, although the owner will give you a story about second chances. The only chance that one can expect by being employed by this company is the chance to be taken advantage of. This is certainly not moral!  
 Carolina Cargo isnt known as Carolina Convict because of the drivers they hire, but because of the day to day operations in the office.
BE VERY VERY CAREFUL AND KNOW THERE ARE MUCH BETTER COMPANIES OUT THERE.

Apr 17, 2019
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If you have experience you will get paid. Me personally with 10 months I see paychecks between 1200 & 1600 because I run hard. Dispatch is TERRIBLE corie and Curtis are the most terrible people on earth. Stay on their ass if you have appointment or probation appointment but 95% of the time they will NOT get you there on time just being honest. Pay is good to me I make .27 with turning bonus with .7 cents per miles. Only absolutely if you are on your last limb, come to this company. Other than these people will try to take advantage of you, don’t stand their bullshit!!

Dec 30, 2018
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Need schooling NEW
by: Anonymous

Looking to get my Cdls but I have a dui will be 2 years old in April but my dad has his own company but need to get my cdls first and dont have 5,000 for a trainer what should I do.

Dec 30, 2018
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Need schooling
by: Anonymous

Looking to get my Cdls but I have a dui will be 2 years old in April but my dad has his own company but need to get my cdls first and dont have 5,000 for a trainer what should I do.

Oct 17, 2018
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looking for a driver NEW
by: Marcus Thomas

hi if you have experience with some blemishes on your back ground come drive for me have many opportunities otr and regional my number is 6789754604 mj

Jul 06, 2018
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Watch out.... NEW
by: Anonymous34677889

Be planned to be siting for a long long time they will screw you when ever they can. I was almost making a 1 thousand every week. They twice sent me out with new people 20+ days for one trip out west and back.. Before we got payed. They ruined my plan that i had... Id be somthing now.... But no. Thank you for that lost chance maybe just maybe i be back AND IF YOU HAVE PROBATION OR PROLE OR YOU HAVE A DATE TO REGISTER AT THE SHERIFF OFFICE THE WILL MAKE YOU MISS YOUR APPOINTMENTS EVEN IF YOU TELL THEM MONTH AHEAD OF TIME JUST WARNING YOU AHEAD OF TIME

Jul 06, 2018
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Watch out.... NEW
by: Anonymous

Be planned to be siting for a long long time they will screw you when ever they can. I was almost making a 1 thousand every week. They twice sent me out with new people 20+ days for one trip out west and back.. Before we got payed. They ruined my plan that i had... Id be somthing now.... But no. Thank you for that lost chance maybe just maybe i be back AND IF YOU HAVE PROBATION OR PROLE OR YOU HAVE A DATE TO REGISTER AT THE SHERIFF OFFICE THE WILL MAKE YOU MISS YOUR APPOINTMENTS EVEN IF YOU TELL THEM MONTH AHEAD OF TIME JUST WARNING YOU AHEAD OF TIME

Apr 12, 2018
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Newly Awesome Place NEW
by: Anonymous

Carolina Cargo has really changed everything around. They are no longer a .10/mile company. We took all of your considerations into hand and made some new changes, especially with our pay scale and the bonuses we offer. We understand how displeased everyone was about certain things, we wanted to make it better for you guys and make sure you all are treated right. If this is something you are interested in hearing about, please give me a call at 803-899-0112! Thanks,

Tiffany

Feb 24, 2018
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Chango The Trucker NEW
by: Anonymous

No reason you can't be hired by many companies since you've been clean for 30 years. Start doing some online applications right now.
Freymiller - www.drive4freymiller.com
Butler Transport - www.driveforbutler.com
Navajo Express
DSW Trucking
Eagle KMC Transportation

Feb 23, 2018
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In Az NEW
by: Chango The Trucker

Need 2nd chance. Haven't even had a discussion with a law enforcement officer in a couple months short of 30 years... After a couple BAD things in '88. Will be finishing Cdl school end of May. Worked for IHOP for 15 years then Amazon for last 2+ years... NEVER LATE!!! 602-330-7053

Feb 23, 2018
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In Az NEW
by: Chango The Trucker

Need 2nd chance. Haven't even had a discussion with a law enforcement officer in a couple months short of 30 years... After a couple BAD things in '88. Will be finishing Cdl school end of May. Worked for IHOP for 15 years then Amazon for last 2+ years... NEVER LATE!!! 602-330-7053

Sep 19, 2017
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2nd chance NEW
by: Anonymous

Do you have a cdl? If you do, apply with Carolina Cargo and TransAm. Both companies will probably hire you.

Sep 19, 2017
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need jobs NEW
by: Anonymous

am new driver I came from school I went to the road one month for training and the end of my training (June-August2017)I got accident ,I got ticket , and company I stop me that training I hit only corridor on road what can do now to get another jobs .

Sep 07, 2017
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Indiana NEW
by: Anonymous

Carolina Cargo will probably hire you. Apply and see what happens.
Here's a couple more that will probably hire you:
Flat Creek Transportation
North American Midway Entertainment

Don't listen to the whiners. Carolina Cargo expects you to work and not hang around some truckstop watching television or playing video games. Just do what they hire you to do, then in a few months, move on if you want to.

Sep 07, 2017
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Misdemeanor on record, need second chance NEW
by: Indiana

Will Carolina Cargo hire me with a recent misdemeanor ticket for possession of marijuana?

Mar 02, 2017
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Snow Flakes! NEW
by: Anonymous

LMAO, Wow! Reading comments about Carolina Convicts like you walk on water... People make mistakes, who the Hell are you to judge them!

You make .10/mile (in the first 2 months only) but the bonuses even the shit out. If you are a snowflake and don't want to work, then don't work for CC. If you are so whipped the Old Lady won't let you work as a TRUE Trucker.... Get a GD desk job!

Too many GD Snow Flakes trying to become truckers. Stay your whiny ass at home. Let the real men and women work the road. Potato!!!

We Don't Owe You SHIT,
Ass Hole

Jan 25, 2017
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Cc NEW
by: Anonymous

Carolina Cargo. Man this company on some ole bullshit. If i didnt need the experience to go else where i sure as hell wouldnt be here right now. My damn trainer sucks ass this mf cant even shift right. I have to reteach him how to drive a damn ten speed. Like you the damn trainer. And i just found out the owner has cotton fields and im black. So whats wrong with this picture. But i will say if you need the experience and no other company will hire you then cc it is. Im only here cause of a dui a while back but in the next couple of months im gone.

Jan 10, 2017
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Carolina Cargo & others. NEW
by: Anonymous

It's a shame when a company gives drivers a second chance and they don't appreciate it. It's not like CC is a lifetime obligation; it's only for whatever length of time it takes to find another company that will take you after you've proven yourself with CC. Dozens of companies hire CC drivers;it's a myth no other companies hire former CC drivers. It's like if you're starving to death and some guy at McDonalds give you a free burger & fries, then you complain because the meal wasn't big enough or didn't taste delicious. One reason the pay is low is because of the outrageous insurance they have to pay because of hiring felons and drivers with horrible MVR's. Take advantage of the job opportunity and appreciate CC giving you the first stepping stone to reach a better paying job.

Oct 29, 2016
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Where to go NEW
by: Anonymous

I am about to say "goodbye" to a trucking career that never got started. went to oreintation last year@werner. they released me on day four for a detectable amount of mj on a drug test. after a month, i got the actual test result back and even tho it said positive, the quantitative result was 7ng which is a negative result. after opening two cases against werner with hire right, i submitted my rebuttal. 14 mos. later i put an application with western express and they bring me in for orientation. i take it as western giving me a second chance because werner is on my dac. two hrs into day 2 i'm called to the recrutters office. he informs me that werner has given me a bad referance due to a failed drug screen. i informed him that i thought they knew everything because this info was on my dac . he said that the information was not on my dac nor on my psp. i told him that i had paperwork back at the motel that would show that mt test result was actually a negative. the recrutter told me that the office would take werners word over mine no matter the proof. he the gave me the number to carolina cargo and said that if i get three mos. under my belt it would override werners reference. after looking into cc, i realize that company could do more harm than its worth. ptl was no back-up either. i feel that i,m at my wits end because i,ve spent more than a year trying to get a trucking job. if anyone knows anything let me know otherwise it's "goodbye" to trucking.

Jul 14, 2016
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Every Company Has Bumps NEW
by: Anonymous

Every Company Has Bumps - Carolina Cargo is not exempt from that. I see a lot of complaints about pay, what isn't being shared is that most of the fleet is team operated. 10cpm is the base pay for all miles run. When you are sleeping in the bunk, you co driver is holding the steering wheel, you are still making 10cpm.

Carolina Cargo continues to get better.

Jul 08, 2016
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Call me NEW
by: Anonymous

THat place is horrible please don't go I work there for 8 months a left don't believe just because yo got record that nobody will hire you I make over 1200 dollars a week doing the same thing I was doing there the only thing you need is 6months experience..If you want to no more call me before you go to Carolina cargo...478-233-4527

Jun 22, 2016
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by: Anonymous

It was good at first but now they gave me a Raise from 12 to 16 cents per mile they don't want to run you that much use to running 650 to 680 miles a day now with the raise I'm only getting at most 200 to 450 miles a day because they want to be cheap as of now I'm only making 300 a week an they don't want to pay you for all your mileage or at all they do the trip pack so if you go from the east coast to the west coast your not getting paid because they have to let you go to the shop so you might go 1 to 2 month with out getting paid so the more cents per mile you make the less you drive an less you make this company so a shit hole company an I would say stay away even if you have to work at MC Donald's because MC Donald's would pay more

Jun 10, 2016
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Ripped off NEW
by: Anonymous

If you read something bad about this place, BELIEVE IT !!!! STAY THE HELL AWAY FROM HERE!!!!!! Low pay 10¢ a mile,sitting and not getting paid, the job from hell.

Jun 09, 2016
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Go Far Away FORMER EMPLOYEE NEW
by: Anonymous

listen guys its nothing but a lie.

I seen it all trust me as a driver you will scraping your pennies together.

Listen to me dont mess up and go here it will do nothing but tear you down and your family.

They will treat you like you are still in jail. That is their mind set is well they were in jail they need to listen to me. they consider everyone a THUG and thats how they will talk im sorry scream at you.

the owner is an amazing guy but the dispatch is there to work you like you are the chain gang.

you can call any of there drivers and they will tell you. you see carolina convicts for a reason online its because thats how they treat their drivers not because of who they hire but because thats how they believe you should be treated becuse you made one mistake.

truck break down and you sit in California for days and they say its your fault so you get no layover pay and they laugh in the office how the drivers are crying for money during the holidays and say its their fault.

Im telling you do not go here unless you have to.

if you do have to go here go for 6 months and get out and get to some company who will treat and pay you right.

you wont get a check over 500 a week.

Just please be weary read all reviews online and they are TRUE.


Mar 23, 2016
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driver trainer NEW
by: Anonymous

sounds like some former students are crying about 10 cents a mile training look I'm a Werner trainer and my students make 450 a week and my truck covers 6000 miles and more a week do the math 10 cents at 6000 miles is 600. stop the crying learn to drive safe while on a trainers truck.swift also pays 450 a week so Carolina cargo pays more drive safe.

Mar 23, 2016
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driver trainer NEW
by: Anonymous

sounds like some former students are crying about 10 cents a mile training look I'm a Werner trainer and my students make 450 a week and my truck covers 6000 miles and more a week do the math 10 cents at 6000 miles is 600. stop the crying learn to drive safe while on a trainers truck.swift also pays 450 a week so Carolina cargo pays more drive safe.

Feb 28, 2016
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Co-driver NEW
by: Anonymous

Now here's the truth no bull I work for Carolina Cargo I sometimes makes two clicks a week I go from the yard to California alot I make around $698 to $896 on each click I think I make okay money now this is what you got to do if you want to get paid .get on there good side an push like you never have in you life .it is a job so remember that you might not like it but that's the only way you'll get paid .PS never train anyone I did one time an I'll never do it again the guy said he can drive a stick I found out he couldn't the first day when he stop the truck an forgot to down shift I tride my best to help him parking lots an everything he kept on saying that he can drive so I sit him to fail that way he'll quite saying he drive that way I can teach him but the only thing I got was he stalled out the tuck out side ways on i10 in Anthony Texas an he keeps saying he can drive to this day that was 2 days ago so yeah never going to train anyone again as long as I work here

Feb 27, 2016
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Do not work there NEW
by: Tim Messenger

You could possibly ruin your trucking career. You will fail inspections working for them. .10 a mile won't even cover your meals. You have to live in that truck all year to maybe make 25 grand. Ppl who say they make good money there are lying. One guy on another post said he makes 1200 after taxes every 10 days was probably a manager that works there. That's roughly 16000 miles every ten days. Find a small company that will hire you believe me there out there.

Feb 27, 2016
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Don't do it NEW
by: Anonymous

.10 a mile and if you work there you could screw yourself getting a better job. I work for a company that has a do not hire from Carolina Cargo. You are improperly trained and don't make enough money to justify being on the road. You have to work hard to make 25 grand a year. Find a small company to work for.

Feb 22, 2016
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Tickets NEW
by: Anonymous

Ok got a few tickets a reckless back in 2013 in my own car and a careless in 2014 in my own car local cop in a small town so here i sit paid over 5000 out of my own pocket for school and no body will give me a shot will this company let me in

Dec 25, 2015
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BAD COMPANY!!! NEW
by: OLIVER LOPEZ

If I can give them a negative infinity and beyond and more And more. One of the worst companies I ever work for. They trick you into convincing that you will get a good deal, but all bullshit, you run "Minimum 5000 Miles before can get paid, that's crazy, my trainer was exconvict was extremely unstable. Nice to you for a second and then furious another second, It was too much mental abuse for me, I couldn't handle it. Dontvwaste ur valuable time and life with this "company" That's the truth. I all exconvicts and pill heads. Now I'm looking hard for another company now

Nov 24, 2015
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Truck Driver NEW
by: Gary Hayhurst

Ill be in there at bus station on mondat morning.I don't have phone nu.my email:cazy5328bird@gmail.com.I love worked for You.ok

Nov 13, 2015
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Seen alot of carolina cargo trucks NEW
by: Anonymous

I live in NC. I have seen a lot of their trucks..all new t700 kenworths. Must be the company doing something right. wonder what their pay is now

Nov 13, 2015
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Question NEW
by: Anonymous

from what i have heard from the recruiter is the pay structure has changed and telling me 800-1200 starting out and a raise every month is that true?

Sep 07, 2015
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To: Garnet Trucking NEW
by: Anonymous

Occasionally there's a company like your's that comes here and posts an ad promising to hire and pay well. None of them really do. However, in your post you ask for "6 months" of OTR experience. I'm not saying that nobody here has that but, if you have read the other posts you would realize that most everyone here can't get hired AT ALL. They've done their school and paid paid dearly for it but because they have felonies nobody will look at them. This is especially true of sex offenders. So far I've read at least 7-10 posts about those people who are just trying to get their lives in order and support their families. But every company prejudges them and won't give them a break. I'm not saying your offer isn't appreciated but you really need to look at the bigger picture. Most everyone here has zero experience. I have 3 months experience in the worst possible snow (winter 2012-13) in 42 states. I have no accidents yet I passed 3 pile ups in Texas. I was doing 35 mph for 5 hours. I did it, but no company gives a damn. They look at my one felony that was 13 years and they tell me to piss off. They claim to be so "desperate" but they are so picky in who they want. So trucks sit idle and cargo doesn't move. It makes no sense! I just thought I'd throw that out there. All companies need to drop the experience requirement. Pay a bit more for your insurance so you can hire no experience and felons and you will have more cargo moving. It's a trade-off. After 6 months your rates will go down on that driver as s/he proves him/herself.

Sep 07, 2015
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come get u a job NEW
by: marcus T

I apologize this is garrnets trucking got a new number for ya call me if u want a job and get paid what you are worth you got 6 months otr come get u a job call Marcus at 6784374214 dedicated lanes are available

Aug 31, 2015
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Best of luck NEW
by: Anonymous

All companies hire misdemeanors and felons..just depends on what u did and how long ago after u got let go from our of jail or off probation..some require 7 years and sum 10 years or longer. If can get hazmat and of twic card...any company will give u a chance. But if can't any of those 2, most companies won't.

Aug 31, 2015
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Pre hire NEW
by: Maemae

I'm currently enrolled in school for my CDL at AIT in Las Vegas, NV. I'm 5 weeks in and am expecting to begin my externship in Nov. I have a pretty hire from Carolina Cargo but am hoping to find a better carrier to get my experience with. I know I'm a hard worker and tell myself that if nothing better comes through then I'll stay on the road and get as many miles as possible to at least get decent paychecks. If anyone knows of a better carrier that does hire felons then that would be awesome!!!! I can be contacted at Jadecox89@gmail.com


Thank you in advanced

Aug 25, 2015
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Suing CC for accident involving death of 4 people NEW
by: Scott

All,

I am trying to find out if Carolina Cargo carries an umbrella insurance policy. I am an attorney and I represent a woman who's entire family was wiped out when a CC truck crossed over a median and slammed into a family on its way to a medical appointment. I really want to make these people pay and you all can help me if you have any information about their insurance policies or assets. They claim they only carried $1,000,000 policy but I find that hard to believe for a 100+ truck operation. Please email me at scrivelli@carlsonattorneys.com with any information you may have or just respond on this post.

Jul 30, 2015
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Reponse to Do you need a job by Garretts trucking NEW
by: Anonymous

Just came to check things out and saw the comment by Garretts Trucking. I have a question to ask on about that company and like for to hear back from someone from there. I can be emailed at bryant8291979@gmail.com

Jun 18, 2015
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Do you need a job NEW
by: garretts trucking

I don't care what your background is Carolina cargo rapes Its drivers if you have a Cdl call me 6789086353 usually our drivers start at 38-40 cents a mile

Apr 03, 2015
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WORST COMPANY OUT THERE NEW
by: Anonymous

I have 11 years driving experience but became pregnant and can't drive, and sent my boyfriend to work for this joke of a company after he'd had an accident at his last job on an icy road one morning. Three weeks in, they have me wanting to throttle every person in that office. His co-driver drives illegally, ran over a stop sign and laughed about it, tried to put load locks INSIDE the cab to "stabilize side wings" while blocking 2 lanes of traffic, threatens to leave him at truck stops if he stops for any reason, and he's been paid $500 in three weeks. They won't assign him a new co-driver. I don't care if he never drives again, I'm taking him off that truck.

Mar 16, 2015
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by: Anonymous

803-385-7585

Mar 13, 2015
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To: "need a chance" NEW
by: Anonymous

So you blow off what everyone here says just because you want a job so badly. I've commented here several times and my posts are not opinions. I worked there, they are facts! You will regret every inch you drive their trucks. But, if you're the type that needs to find out things on their own then go right ahead. Just don't come back here to say nobody warned you.

Mar 13, 2015
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call NEW
by: Anonymous

his name is JEREMY the recruiter his cell is
803-385-7585

Jan 29, 2015
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second chance NEW
by: Anonymous

What are the recruiters number

Jan 29, 2015
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need a chance NEW
by: need a second chance

Everyone has there own opinion. What is the website to do a application with Carolina cargo

Jan 21, 2015
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hoping for a second chance NEW
by: Anonymous

I just got arrested for numerous things including a drug charge just got off the phone with them they said they would give chance right now my charges are pending on if the grand jury indites me. I was just let go from my other company cause they said I didn't call in but I did the night I got arrested

Jan 07, 2015
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Do not work for this company!!!! NEW
by: Anonymous

First off let me say what they do at Carolina Cargo is slavery!! I worked there as a driver manager to help "reduce" driver turnover! I did my job and did it well! I had alot of drivers tell me I was the best driver manager they ever had. Made drivers feel like someone cared! Well let me tell you the real story. They pay you .10 a mile tell you that you will make up to .21 cent a mile if you hit all the bonuses. Wrong! They make it almost nearly impossible for you to hit the bonuses. The dispatch and driver managers sit in there and talk pure shit about all the drivers how they are all crack heads convicts etc. The owner sexual harrasses ALL of the females in the office. Makes sexual aadvances at them, smacks their asses, wants them to show their boobs. When you go through orientation Jim gibes you the "I care' speach, then comes in to dispatch and laughs about it. He thinks everyone is a thief and is stealing from the company, and last but most important.. HE HATES BLACK PEOPLE!!! This man still picks cotton ok. If you are at the office waiting for a truck and none available check the cotton fields cause the shop employees are out picking cotton instead of fixing trucks for you to make $$$ Unless you want to be treated like a slave then I wouldnt work here period!!! The reviews you read .. The bad ones are ALL true. Ive been in trucking for almost 20 years now and this place is nothing but modern day slavery. Oh if you breakdown you only have 1 option Randolph and good luck getting him on the phone then he talks to you like your a piece of shit and he knows it all you cant reach him because he laid out from snorting cocaine!! Dont work for these people you ALL reading this deserve better!

Jan 07, 2015
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Do not work for this company!!!! NEW
by: Anonymous

First off let me say what they do at Carolina Cargo is slavery!! I worked there as a driver manager to help "reduce" driver turnover! I did my job and did it well! I had alot of drivers tell me I was the best driver manager they ever had. Made drivers feel like someone cared! Well let me tell you the real story. They pay you .10 a mile tell you that you will make up to .21 cent a mile if you hit all the bonuses. Wrong! They make it almost nearly impossible for you to hit the bonuses. The dispatch and driver managers sit in there and talk pure shit about all the drivers how they are all crack heads convicts etc. The owner sexual harrasses ALL of the females in the office. Makes sexual aadvances at them, smacks their asses, wants them to show their boobs. When you go through orientation Jim gibes you the "I care' speach, then comes in to dispatch and laughs about it. He thinks everyone is a thief and is stealing from the company, and last but most important.. HE HATES BLACK PEOPLE!!! This man still picks cotton ok. If you are at the office waiting for a truck and none available check the cotton fields cause the shop employees are out picking cotton instead of fixing trucks for you to make $$$ Unless you want to be treated like a slave then I wouldnt work here period!!! The reviews you read .. The bad ones are ALL true. Ive been in trucking for almost 20 years now and this place is nothing but modern day slavery. Oh if you breakdown you only have 1 option Randolph and good luck getting him on the phone then he talks to you like your a piece of shit and he knows it all you cant reach him because he laid out from snorting cocaine!! Dont work for these people you ALL reading this deserve better!

Dec 27, 2014
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Exit Interview NEW
by: Anonymous

Just a little FYI for those of you not familiar with federal law. Although Carolina Cargo does make you do the exit interview you do not have to do it to get your last pay check. They cannot hold any pay check longer than their advertised pay period, which they show rigt on their website to be one week. If any has a pay issue I strongly suggest filing a complaint with SC Div. of Wage Enforcement ASAP. The more complaints against them the more likely they will be investigated by the state or Feds. You DO know that James Crowder did time for tax evasion, right? If he's willing to hide money from the IRS he can surely hide it from YOU!

Dec 27, 2014
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Carolina cargo last pay check info NEW
by: Anonymous

If you want your last pay check from Carolina cargo make sure you fill out their exit interview form and fax it back to them. You will get your last pay check on your efs card within 14 days. Just had to do this. good luck

Oct 28, 2014
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Is Carolina Cargo is true by giving drivers a second chance NEW
by: Anonymous

I have a felony and I hear Carolina Cargo will give ex-felon a chance . Well my felony was uttering cashing a check for $634. I just got off probation. My question is how long do my felony have to be to work for Carolina Cargo and do they off refresher course or does the orientation revolve over the road. Hope they mean what they say bout give truck drivers a second chance. Looking a reply if there is any..

Oct 16, 2014
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By The Way... NEW
by: Anonymous

Here is something to think about if those of you who are driving for CC think the experience is going to serve you well. There are several other large trucking companies, Western Express is one, that WILL NOT hire any person who has driven for Carolina Cargo for ANY length of time. The reason? Look up Carolina Cargo's CSA score. Western, and others, doesn't want their score to go down or equipment tore up. Western doesn't care about your DAC report if you came from CC because they know CC isn't reporting every accident. That's why they won't hire you. So just beware, you might end up getting stuck there for good. CC is very aware of their CSA score, that's one reason why they can't buy new trucks in bulk. Their insurance will go so high that they won't be able to afford it.

Oct 16, 2014
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To: "WOW!" NEW
by: Anonymous

I worked at CC for 3 months. I loved the driving and seeing our country, but I hated the company. About your son, yes, he should mail the "trip pack" to the company. It gets there overnight, except if he mails it on a Saturday. FedEx and UPS do not deliver on Sundays. They WILL get it! The problem with CC is they make you go to California and back east (and probably one more short run up or down the coast) before they allow you to send the trip pack. If your son doesn't have any maintenance issues, weather issues, and doesn't have to wait for a load in Cali. he should only take about 6-7 days to get to Cali. and back. He will get his pay for his last trip on the 7th or 8th day. If he has a good partner he should be able to get coast to coast and back in 5 days, assuming he doesn't get to Cali. on a Friday afternoon. If he does he will most likely have to sit at a truck stop all weekend before he gets his next load. CC is a "second chance" and experience company. Your son isn't going to get rich there. He may make just enough to survive while on the road but what he's really doing is getting experience. That aspect is priceless. If has has a family and is their sole provider then he should get a job at home. CC does not pay well enough to support a family. To make ANY decent money there he has to live on the road for months, have a good truck (good luck with that one), and NEVER get into Cali. on a Friday. Warehouses are usually closed on weekends and truck stops are expensive. If I had to wait a weekend I did it at a Walmart. Tell him to get an "iceless cooler," some bowls, and plastic flatware. That way he can keep milk, coldcuts, and other foods onboard. That cooler will save him tons of money over time. He also needs to eat at least one meal with meat per day or he will get the runs bad. And don't drink tons of coffee. Some is ok, but not the large 54 oz. that Love's sells. That'll tear up his stomach and he will be pissing every 80 miles. Drink healthy stuff like OJ and get good sleep. If he's driving at night and needs to stay alert then get a 5-Hour Energy but keep drinking water, OJ, or an occasional Mt. Dew. But, YES, if they tell him to mail the trip pack then mail it. And give back all extra toll money or they will deduct it from his pay. However, if he needs money for food and he's days away from getting paid, keep the extra toll money instead of getting a $50 pay advance. They charge for those advances but not for not returning the money. It's a backdoor way to get by without the charge. I hope this helps.

Oct 16, 2014
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by: Anonymous

WOW!!

My son works there and he's telling me that he gets paid when he get back from his dilvery, which might not be for another week. He's been on the road for two weeks already. I don't know how trucking company pay. Sound like their running game to me. He said they told him to mail the report in but I told him not to do that because they might say they never recived it.

Does this sound right to the old truck drivers?

Oct 16, 2014
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by: Anonymous

WOW!!

My son works there and he's telling me that he gets paid when he get back from his dilvery, which might not be for another week. He's been on the road for two weeks already. I don't know how trucking company pay. Sound like their running game to me. He said they told him to mail the report in but I told him not to do that because they might say they never recived it.

Does this sound right to the old truck drivers?

Oct 04, 2014
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CC Comment NEW
by: Anonymous

I know many of who have worked at CC may be so greatful to have that job that you are willing to let them screw you over and over. I read in a post above that "CC isn't going to pay a driver to sleep." I understand your point but you need to know federal labor laws. The bottom line is this, if you are unable to go home you must be paid minimum wage. If you are waiting for a load or to get fixed that means you can't drive. If you can't drive then getting some sleep for when you can drive is a good thing. You are paid to sleep because the FMCSA requires it. Where are you when your co-driver is driving? Asleep for 8 consecutive hours, that's where. You get paid for that. If you are fueling the truck you are doing your job and must be paid. If you are waiting to be loaded or unloaded you are doing your job and must be paid. You are not supposed to be paid for just driving. Walmart drivers have a class-action suit against Walmart because they were only paying their drivers for wheels turning. Walmart IS going to lose this suit, unless they pay off the judge. When they do you can bet drivers in other companies are going to file suit right behind them. I will be shocked if this doesn't happen industry wide. I know most of you at CC won't say a thing for fear of your jobs. What would happen if every driver just suddenly parked at a truck or rest stop and refused to drive any further until they got paid every dime. CC might attempt to threaten your DAC but that won't get the product delivered. I think Jim Crowder would freak out. If you allow a company to screw you out of money they will get brave and try to take more. Keep an eye on this Walmart case, guys. It's gonna get interesting!

Oct 04, 2014
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I need a second chance NEW
by: Anonymous

Hello I am a ex-con I received my cdl a learners permit outta Georgia on 07/09/2014 and can't find anyone to give me the hands on training that I need I'm hearing Carolina cargo is the company for people Luke me and I would like to get info on who I need to get in contact with can someone lead me in the right direction better yet if its a recruiter reading this give me a call 9122899798 I have made mistakes in my life and if this company is about secound chances they will have my loyality, honor and trust

Jul 08, 2014
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liers NEW
by: Anonymous

Whoever said they make 1000 or more dollars per week with cc has to have driven solo after kissing ass and driving team for a few years. Stop fucking lying. We all make mistakes. For the people who have a problem with an ex convict and talking big shit online. .. find a exconvict and say it to their face. PUNK....

Feb 10, 2014
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Get a grip NEW
by: Anonycowboymous

First , Jim is one of the nicest guy you'll ever meet. He has had his ups and downs, his wife took him toothe cleaners, ans I bet you didn't know that movie The Patriot, with Mell Gibson, a lot of it was shot on Jim's property, oh hell that man has got shit wouldn't believe, but anyway, seems like as soon as he started getting his life back inshape, here she would come, taking him to court to get more out of him, and I'll tell you , the man got balls to keep trying to keep CC going, he depends on y'all with out knowing what he's going through. And another thing, there was a time I took out a guy , just got out... Every Pilot we went to this boy would steal something, yeh, jeprodising my cel, and his, now what kind of shit is that? But like I have said, I never had a problem, it is what it is, and you you are who you are..make the best of it, you wouldn't be there if youdidn' have a record, am I right, we'll how about being thankfully, make it work, grow up, stop bitching and winning, if your that good,well he'll you could be an asset to the co.I was so great full to Jim&Curtis, and I broke through, CC was my come back, if you add up the time in all my life that I have been in jail, prison, reformitor'ies what ever, you would get 28 years, 28 years wasted, so don' tell me you can't make a change, And the change, Starts with you........ (:

Feb 08, 2014
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Worked there for 7yrs!!!! NEW
by: Anonymous

Carolina Cargo is all about how well u play the Game!!!! If u play it well u can make really good money, if u can't then you'll b the one complaining about 400 and 500 dollar pay checks, Myself I played it well than most, I averaged no less than 1500 bring home a week and the most n a week try 2400 bring home real shit!! Juz put it like this, I made enuff to pay cash money for my own truck!!! The name is Dirk Baker lol

Jan 08, 2014
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Hired NEW
by: Anonymous

wow I know I didn't get to respond to all of you, guess I didn't realize how many calls I would get when I put my number out there.We did get a driver from Carolina Cargo and also a driver who is still really green but were gone to let him do some things around the shop for us for us. seems he's better with a wrench than he is driving, ha, But wow guy's thanks for all the calls and like I said I'm sorry I didn't call all of you back.
when we get another truck I'll be back on here looking to fill that seat.
In the mean time , God bless all of you, and don't give up! Never give up!

Jan 02, 2014
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Carolina Cargo NEW
by: Anonymous

I've noticed a ton of negative posts about this company which made me want to chime in.I'm a driver, not management or other office employees. I want to give my honest opinion of this company. First, yes, most of their trucks are pretty beat up. Although they did recently purchase 4-5 brand new trucks. Second, yes, their pay sucks. It is .10cpm but you also get paid while your co-driver is driving so you are really getting .20cpm. They have on-time bonuses, which are lame. They have fuel bonuses but they are very difficult to attain since most of their trucks are rode hard. As far as their maintenance goes, in my opinion I think they do a great job of keeping the trucks in safe working order. In their defense I will say that some of the damage has been unavoidable. We deliver to several places in California where the warehouse yards are excessively tight. In these situations it can happen to the best of us. CC does have a few downsides, aside from pay. Although I feel maintenance is pretty good, getting repaired while on the road is horrible. All after-hours calls are handled by the head of maintenance. He takes many hours, sometimes a day or more, to answer a maintenance issue. It took us two full days to get fixed while we sat roadside in 7 degree weather in Nowhere, Texas. It took us 3 days to get a CommCheck for wipers. The way they handle tolls is ridiculous. They will issue a CommCheck for upcoming tolls instead of getting a discount by using EZPass. They want us to put the balance of unused toll money in our trip packs instead of holding it to use in future tolls. If you do hold it they will dock your pay for the amount. I question how legal that is. As much as their pay sucks, in their defense I will say this; they are a second chance company and will hire people that no other company will. Even though most are felons they do have families they are trying to support. CC does not lie to anyone about their pay so if a driver still wants to work for them it's their decision to accept that pay. There's no reason why a person with a felony shouldn't be able to get a second chance. It's what they do with that second chance that they should be judged by. Once a driver works there for a few years he/she might be able to land a better paying job with a better company. CC does have a lot more cons than pros but the few pros they do have are priceless to many people. They are allowing many people to get their lives back in order and be productive people where otherwise they wouldn't have had a chance in hell. Not every felon is scourge of the earth. Walk a mile in their shoes before judging what they do. It may be all they can do.

Jan 02, 2014
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Carolina Cargo NEW
by: Anonymous

I've noticed a ton of negative posts about this company which made me want to chime in.I'm a driver, not management or other office employees. I want to give my honest opinion of this company. First, yes, most of their trucks are pretty beat up. Although they did recently purchase 4-5 brand new trucks. Second, yes, their pay sucks. It is .10cpm but you also get paid while your co-driver is driving so you are really getting .20cpm. They have on-time bonuses, which are lame. They have fuel bonuses but they are very difficult to attain since most of their trucks are rode hard. As far as their maintenance goes, in my opinion I think they do a great job of keeping the trucks in safe working order. In their defense I will say that some of the damage has been unavoidable. We deliver to several places in California where the warehouse yards are excessively tight. In these situations it can happen to the best of us. CC does have a few downsides, aside from pay. Although I feel maintenance is pretty good, getting repaired while on the road is horrible. All after-hours calls are handled by the head of maintenance. He takes many hours, sometimes a day or more, to answer a maintenance issue. It took us two full days to get fixed while we sat roadside in 7 degree weather in Nowhere, Texas. It took us 3 days to get a CommCheck for wipers. The way they handle tolls is ridiculous. They will issue a CommCheck for upcoming tolls instead of getting a discount by using EZPass. They want us to put the balance of unused toll money in our trip packs instead of holding it to use in future tolls. If you do hold it they will dock your pay for the amount. I question how legal that is. As much as their pay sucks, in their defense I will say this; they are a second chance company and will hire people that no other company will. Even though most are felons they do have families they are trying to support. CC does not lie to anyone about their pay so if a driver still wants to work for them it's their decision to accept that pay. There's no reason why a person with a felony shouldn't be able to get a second chance. It's what they do with that second chance that they should be judged by. Once a driver works there for a few years he/she might be able to land a better paying job with a better company. CC does have a lot more cons than pros but the few pros they do have are priceless to many people. They are allowing many people to get their lives back in order and be productive people where otherwise they wouldn't have had a chance in hell. Not every felon is scourge of the earth. Walk a mile in their shoes before judging what they do. It may be all they can do.

Dec 06, 2013
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WoW! NEW
by: Anonymous

it's been awhile since iv'e been on here,and i see nothing has changed, infact may have even got worse.One thing yall have to realise, is that the trucking industry is getting worse everyday and if you are with a company regardless of there rep. you need to make the best of it.Every company has it's good sides and bad sides. As i stated long time ago i worked at CC for over two years and never had a problem, i just did my job and didn't act like i knew everything. I've been doing this off and on since 1985 and 6 years with my last company going out of bussiness, well actually sold to Celadon,, im now with an owner operater, we are adding a 3rd truck and will need a driver. but im telling you right now, you better come with your best game, this man has been so good to me it would tear me apart to see him fall for some bullshit that a driver put him through. He knows trucking, i know the streets and trucking, if i think your doing drugs, your gone. I average $1500 per week and you can do it to. so it's up to you, grow up or loose out. Wee can talk more, im in greensboro Rick, (Cowboy) give me a call 336-509-3000. GB.

Dec 04, 2013
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They may as well be my personal angel NEW
by: E.Gold

I was told go to school, a CDL is a brick of Gold. Yeah right. I was told Hell No, Your Not Working Here By Every Company Out There.

Those recruiters for CDL school knew damn well with me being an ex-con & just being released 3 years ago my chances of being a truck was slim to none.

Well Carolina Cargo is the only company that is willing to give me a chance. Ex-Con or not I have always been above average at everything I do & This is no different. Im gonna work my ass off for this company and I don't give a shit if they do only pay me 10 cents per mile.

The good thing is you get paid for your miles & your team mates miles. So lets see. On average 6000 miles per week x $.10=$600 + Fuel Bouns + Other Bonuses if your a good driver.

You make 3 trips Home for 5 days. I love this company and will be by there side thru hell and high water.

Oct 21, 2013
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Pussy NEW
by: Super Trucker

come to Columbia and we'll see how tough you are. you sound just like the lowlife trash that would work at the company this forum was designated for discussion. But I'm sure your ignorance and stupidity would prevent you from realizing that you're nothing more than a street thug cowardly bitch who talks trash on online forums. Maybe your hood friends respond to invitations like the one you just sent me, but some people have better shit to do. So you my friend, can kiss my ass and shove it.

Oct 21, 2013
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THIS IS FOR SUPER TRUCKER NEW
by: Michael sailors

BOY I DON'T KNOW WHO YOU THINK YOU ARE BUT LET ME TELL YOU SOMETHING PEOPLE MAKE MISTAKES IN THIS WORLD DO TO ALL KINDS OF CIRCUMSTANCES YOU GOT ALL THAT MOUTH HERE'S MY ADDRESS 564 hardman hooper rd hull,Georgia since you a SUPERTRUCKER BRING YOUR LOUD MOUTH DOWN HERE AND IL GIVE YOU ANOTHER OPINION OF S EX CON VICT BOY ! Learn to keep that mouth shut if you don't know what you are talking about

Aug 25, 2013
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Great Company NEW
by: Anonymous

Mr.Jim is a very great guy too work for, Carolina cargo was my starting point.The Staff is extremely friendly.I started off making a little over 500 a week..
...Which is good as a fresh driver! I stayed with them for 3Yrs...But luck up on a daily job....but when I put my 2wks notice in I was making close to a 1000 a week.If I would to ever loose my job where I'm at now I would be back at Carolina cargo...great company..oh also you get much home time as needed....

Jul 04, 2013
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Carolina cargo NEW
by: Anonymous

I got my start with Carolina cargo it is a good company and they gave me a chance were no other company would. the wasn't that great but at least it was a start.

Jun 21, 2013
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Carolina Cargo is one of TOP 10 Worst Trucking Companies in USA NEW
by: Super Trucker

Carolina Cargo has been under scrutiny and investigation from the Department of Transportation for some time now. The owner, Jim, is nothing but a back woods hick "do gooder" trying to make a difference by hiring REPEAT OFFENDER FELONS (scum of the universe) fresh out of the penn, in hopes that SOMEHOW they will be responsible with hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of equipment and product, and "find Jesus and turn their lives around". As a former bounty hunter, my message to people like this: FIND ANOTHER INDUSTRY. If you're a fuckup, nobody in transportation wants you, except for scam artists like these guys. If you end up working for them, you will have ZERO driver support, poorly maintained equipment, and get paid WELL BELOW industry standard. THEY DO NOT PAY YOU FOR TRAINING AND ORIENTATION, and THERE IS NO HOLD/DELAY PAY if your truck breaks down on the road (which happens a lot). You will lose more time and money than it's worth. Consider this advice my good deed for the day.

Jun 15, 2013
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need job NEW
by: Anonymous

I obtained a cdl without going to school. Now no one wants to give me a job cause I didn't. Go to school they say for insurance reason. They want at lease 30 experience I wonder. If CC will give me a chance if so how can I get on touch with them. They don't answer the phone. Can anyone help. My criminal record is good















Jun 08, 2013
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carolina cargo sucks! NEW
by: Anonymous

Cc is pathetic! They have pc of shit equipment not to mention its always breaking down and can never get ahold of dispatch! Whoever says they are getting pd 20 30cpm is full of shit. There's a guy rob who is a dispatcher and is dumb as f!@k!! He don't know his ass from his elbow. Any company is better than cc. They are full of shit when they say you will be home in 8 to 10days. You will be out for 4 to 5wks! Enjoy sitting?? Well you'll do plenty of sitting and won't get pd for that either. I would tell anyone keep going find another company!

May 01, 2013
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happy NEW
by: Anonymous

I'm a driver with CC and haven't had any problems with them. Convicts?? I see professional truck drivers. Everyone deserves a second chance. Mr. Jim is a great boss. He presents himself professionally. The staff?? Great professionals. 10 cents a mile?? I make 3 times that. There's a little company up in north Carolina. Lowell. They are crooks. Charles and Tonya martin. They are the crooks. Their equipment sucks. The staff sucks.

Mar 04, 2013
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by: RC

In march 2012 I was in CDL school I completed this with my class A haz mat and tanker. No one would give me a chance I served 22 yrs for 2nd degree murder. A first offender an former paramedic. The DOC paid for the cdl. And then refused to allow me to drive out of state. BILLY AND THE CAROLINA CARGO staff tried endlessly to assist me. My true thanks to the cargo crew

Mar 04, 2013
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ANY ADVISE NEW
by: Anonymous

i wonder can i get a job at carolina cargo... im 21 years old di 4 years for agg robbery.. i been home for a year and finished parole..anyone hAVE INSITE

Jul 11, 2012
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CC NEW
by: Trucka Slim

Whats up drivers ima 2time felon have a class a i see jim crowder ceo of c.c. has been arrested for tax evasion i just want to know if carolina cargo is still up in running cause you know you cant never get them on the phone. i went down there in october 2011 and was offered a job but could not take it till i finished my parol time in connecticut i wanna go back probably the second week of augus. can anybody tell me if they are still open and do orientation on wednsdays still??

May 09, 2012
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Think Twice about this company NEW
by: Sissy

I would not advise this company to anyone. I have a friend that works for them. Due to a problem on his Dac report. He was just going to stay with them 3 months then move on. He right now is stuck in California, 3000 miles from home. One of them felons that works for them, had a push him out of the truck, and threaten to kill him, now the police are involved with this. And he has been trying to get ahold of them, just keeps getting voice mail. go figure that.If you value your life, really think hard about this company. They have very bad reputation.You can also go to Layover.com, so much bad about them there.

Feb 26, 2012
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trials & tribulations NEW
by: Cowboy

Everyone has made a good point but just let me add. Yes we all have made mistakes, some more than others, but I feel if you carry those mistakes into your truck drivingthats a no no. I feel if you have made mistakes in a non cdl trucking inviorment, like your dui, or dui's and it wasn't in a big truck, well you shouldnt be condemed out of trucking. There are alot of great drivers out there who made a mistake, but not with a big truck, so it should have nothing to do with your job driving a truck. most drivers know it;s eligal to be in possession of any alchol, weather it's opened or not,, but on the other hand there are drivers that drive down the interstate with a cooler of beer, and smoking a joint, and that should not be talerated. Some drivers may bring there work home with them, or bring there home to work, but the % you read about is not exactly the truth. So there is a time and place for everything,

Feb 25, 2012
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To the future NEW
by: R C

I hope carolina cargo is fair. I served 22yrs 2nd degree murder. not a repeat offender, was a paramedic. things happen in life. I hoping carolina cargo will give me a chance got to start somewhere.In school for my CDL now Ill update this in about 6 months as to carolina cargo.

Feb 10, 2012
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by: cowboy

hell no you only need 20/20 in both eyes if your gonna be making alot of drops and turns and shit like that, at CC you just aim that dang truck, and go. hahahaha

Feb 10, 2012
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employment NEW
by: Anonymous

I want to work for cc and i wanted to know i have a blind eye but have 20/20 with the other would this be a problem getting hired

Dec 19, 2011
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Im going back. NEW
by: Cowboy

I agree with Rob, i was at CC for a few years and never had a problem, i thought Curtis was great.Yeh every co. has a way of taken money from you and you wonder why, but just because the truck does 68to70 mph doesnt mean you have to drive that fast, when you pass your aloted % of fuel usage per mile your gonna be charged for it, fuel is not free, if your a real trucker you know things like that, if these cry babby drivers at CC whants to spend $250.00 a week for food on the road and you spend all your advance money, well yeh your paycheck wont be great. I was solo for awhile there and ran into a problem with some dispatcher from NY City that CC hired, my moma was dieing and he wouldn't let me go home to be by her side, but that wasnt CC it was him and his his concern more for profit from a load than keeping his drivers happy, that was in 2006,by the time i got home to Greensboro moma died and i felt bad that i did that to Jim Crowder, because he gave me a break when no one else would, so i went with Contenental Express and they went out of bussiness, so after these Hollidays im going back to CC, it was a love hate relationship, but what co. isn't? Thumbs up to Carolina Cargo.

Aug 03, 2011
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OK Fair Enough
by: Dan

Worked for Carolina Cargo for 2 years. They gave me a chance when other companies would not. Pay is not the greatest. but you have to start some where. I was a trainer and always lead driver. Most of their equiptment is a million plus miles, but the shop always did their best to keep the trucks in good shape. The problem was always having new guys who could not back up or keep the trailer on the road or make a right hand turn without running over signs, trees etc. do your p.t.i. and post trip reports and you should have a safe truck. But having to deal with criminals who cared nothing about the inside of the truck made for hard living conditions. Get a good partner and get on the tupperware run, do your time and move on. Was never cheated out of my money.

Apr 06, 2011
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A Fair Employer
by: ROB

HELLO, Just wanted to make my own comment about Carolina Cargo.They pay 20 cent a mile,but they are not going to pay a man to sleep!While these truck drivers are crying about waiting for a load. I have already made another pay check!I have worked there for a year and can say that they have only been fair to someone with a rocky past.The problem is not Carolina Cargo!It is dum holes that will hold the past against someone.Like Big Trucking COMPANIES.60% OF Americans have been convicted of commiting a crime and the other 40% have not been convicted yet.Someone in everybodies family has fell, but there's alot of them that got themselves back on track and are doing well.33 cent a mile! I say keep it!I will make more than you because I am not afraid to work for my money.To all of the crybabies that have quit Carolina Cargo and said they where treated bad! Let me let the other trucking companies and drivers know that they probaly was there for no more than one trip and could not handle trucking anyway!Until you have paid your dues like everyone else that started trucking!You will be at the bottom anywhere you go!Thank God there is a company still here in the USA that does not hold your past against you!

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