Driver -Not nearly as bad as what drivers say - Driver Western Express Employee Review

3.0
Jan 14, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

I ran Flatbed NE Regional dedicated account. I was given a New 2016 Freightliner with a flat screen TV and directTV. I was home every Friday like I was told I would be. I left usually at 4Am on Monday. I never had to wait longer than an hr for a load.the pay wasn't bad at all.

Cons

Let's start with orientation in Nashville. WTF?? Organized chaos at best!! That hotel was Nasty!! They bring in way to many drivers at one time. The flatbed training is a JOKE! If you don't tell the instructor to shut up about his stories you won't learn a thing. He will stop teaching to BS with any driver that comes in and here we go, more stories! When you get your Driver manager you gotta let them know how you run. I run hard and expect to keep moving. Be clear about what you expect. I did short runs to help my DM only because she kept me moving. I'm not gonna bash the company as a whole because the upper management generally cares and will do whatever to make you happy. It's middle management that destroys the company.

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Cons

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4.0
Mar 13, 2026
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Pros

Greetings.., My tenured at Western Express began Jan 2024. Throughout my stationary period with the company, I’ve had the honor and privilege to work with agent Ken Brooks. Ken and myself have not always witnessed or observed the same portrait at times. However, like every relationship, there will be disagreements. Nonetheless, Ken has served as the head-coach and myself the point-guard. Similar to many coaches and athlete duo. Ken is knowledgeable, reliable and sharp thinking, as his intuitive nature pours success. He not only wants you to thrive and be successful, he is position-less in one’s ability to be successful. This is accomplished by providing routes, formative feedback and suggestions to maximize your time and money. Despite his motion for team and honors. He is easy to communicate and has often replied to questions while on his break. Not everyone has that property trait, particular quality, skill, or attribute. Through my lens, Ken has put his best foot forward and continues aid, guidance and do what is best for the individual (myself).

Cons

If I needed to add a con, it would be better transparency. Nonetheless, Ken has shown, he is willing and able to build on this con. He has strengthen his communicational traits.

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