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$Former Employee - Nov 27, 2019
Pros
Money to be made if u don’t have a family. They have u work during ur 10 hour break by having u stay at truck stops or on site. Their trucks don’t recognize ur driving for up to 3 miles so they have u leave a truck stop that under 3 miles away during ur 10 to make appointments.
Cons
Good pay.
Former Employee - Oct 28, 2019
Pros
Very good Recruiting
Cons
Their medical is a scam
Former Employee - Aug 14, 2019
Pros
People pay bennifits miles etc
Cons
NONE for me
Current Employee - Dec 20, 2018
Pros
Driver friendly, Family owned, good pay and open door policy. WEL is always willing to talk about issues that may arise.
Cons
Everyone has a different view of a con, being in transportation you are always up against weather, traffic and tight schedules. This isn't always the fault of the company, its just the challenge that we face as drivers. WEL does a good job of trying to fix any issues that may arise.
Current Employee - Sep 16, 2016
Pros
Good miles, nice people to work for, home time when you want it.
Cons
Gutless underpowered trucks
Company Driver - 6-11 Months CDL Experience
Surveyed in Orlando, FL on Jan 19, 2021
Current Employee
No
Company Driver - 5+ Years CDL Experience
Surveyed in MacClenmy,Fl.. on Dec 9, 2019
Current Employee
No
Company Driver - 6-11 Months CDL Experience
Surveyed in Wisconsin on Nov 27, 2019
Current Employee
No
Company Driver - 3 Years CDL Experience
Surveyed in on Oct 28, 2019
Current Employee
No
Company Driver - 4 Years CDL Experience
Surveyed in Summerville,SC on Jun 6, 2019
Current Employee
No
YoungMotherTrucker
Jul 11, 2015
How's it going drivers? I can tell you anything you'd ever want to know about WEL. I just left them on July 1st and it's been an experience I'll say that. I started orientation mid March and stayed til July and in that time it was a nightmare. First off, they claim to be a family oriented company with steady miles. Lol, that's far from the truth I promise you. I decided to go lease operator thinking what the hell it's a walkaway lease what do I have to lose. I did loads of Belgioiso Cheese from the terminal in De Pere,WI. going to Cranston, RI. Delivered and got stuck at the TA with NO available loads for 4 days. Co-workers stuck in Ohio and Texas for 4-5 days no loads. They're very inconsistent with freight and mess up your check regularly. Company drivers really only get about 600 miles a week and that's the truth. Lease...a 2014 Pete with 215,000 miles on it runs you $700.00 a week just for the truck. With insurance, people net, etc. You are at $1,100.00 a week in the hole and we still haven't included fuel, maintenance acct. You have to PAY YOUR OWN TOLLS, no reimbursement and it will average $650.00 per week in tolls out of your pocket. All in all, end of week comes and your check is $335.61 after running all over the east coast. Learn from my mishaps and stay away. Hope this helps anyone considering WEL Companies.
Bubba15
Jun 22, 2015
WEL Companies came to my school today and they seem like a decent company. Anyone drive for them and have any good things to say?
lazygecko
Jan 16, 2015
WEL Companies is currently hiring for OTR and Regional Positions for both experienced and entry level drivers.
OTR Positions start at 43 cents per mile (1 year experience and up)
Midwest or Illinois Regional starts at 45 cents per mile (1 year experience and up)
East Coast Regional starts at 49 cents per mile (1 year experience and up)
Regional North starts at 45 cents per mile (1 year experience and up)
Student and Intermediate Level Driver Opportunities
Lease Purchase Program available
Call (800) 387-0088 Mon- Fri 07:00-17:00 CST to speak with a recruiter
You may also submit an employment application at www.drivewel.com
WEL Companies is a 500 truck refrigerated carrier. Family owned and operated since 1975. We are based in Wisconsin and also have terminals in Pennsylvania, Illinois, Georgia, and Florida
Jbkrash
Sep 19, 2012
Hey everyone I guess it really is official! Recruiter just called me with my confirmation # for my bus ticket this Sunday! I'm very excited and nervous. First OTR company I've been with in about 6 years. Time to turn my world upside down. Anyone else on here going to this orientation? Figured I'd start a new thread and let everyone know how it goes with me and Wel. I live near Chicago I'll be taking a Grey Hound there. Yukie I hate buses I guess I don't have much choice though. I was thinking of having my wife drive me, but I don't want her driving 4 hours back by herself. What I think I know so far. I'll be a regional driver out of the Joliet yard / terminal getting .40 cpm should be home most weekends 2000+ miles a week (so they say). I'm going to bring my dog (Monty) with me, after my first week driving. They seem to have good benies. I'll find out more next week. I hope everyone is having a safe week! I'll keep in touch