Paul Lane

Paul Lane - Sales and Recruiterplane@rjrtrans.com

Paul Lane is the recruiter for RJR and he has a background in trucking that began many years ago: "I started in trucking as a driver in the 1970's before moving into dispatch "and sales.

What kind of mileage can an owner-operator expect to see with RJR?

Lane says, "When I talk to 5-ton (straight truck) owners, I tell him that he can figure on 2,000-2,500 miles a week.For a cargo van owner-operator, I tell him that the company average is around $1,500.00 per week."

He states that the keys to success for an owner-operator signed with RJR include: "Being available, being ready to drive and put in a lot of miles (safely and legally)".

He explains, "When I sign a driver on, he can choose to run hard and make good money or he can take it easy and just generate a so-so income.I'm looking for contractors with a good work ethic, excellent communication skills and a professional image and attitude."

CDL's are required for all truck sizes and the company will provide Haz-Mat training.Lane adds, "I can have a U.S.-based driver signed on within probably a day and a half."

The company is seeking both single and team operations and Lane tells us, "Because of the Hours of Service regulations and how it effects solo drivers, team operations are doing very well with RJR."

Regarding the company's equipment needs, he says that straight trucks with 24 foot boxes are preferred."It's best to have that 24' box because some customers are shipping 12 skids, or if they're stackable, 24 skids."

For tractor owner-operators, trailers are provided.

The company requires that straight trucks and tractors be sleeper-equipped."RJR does have a significant number of long hauls and in the event a driver has a load taking him to Laredo, a day cab just won't do it," says Lane.

RJR uses a first in-first out dispatching protocol and dispatch stays in touch with the fleet by satellite and owner-operator provided cell phone (not mandatory, but strongly suggested).

Lane says that the company is always alert to double-loading opportunities - it's good for the company and good for the owner-operators.
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For more details about the RJR opportunity, call Paul Lane at (800) 265-9613 ext 222, or use the RJR online application.