We would like to feature Marvin Keller’s Top 10 Inspectors who demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and dedication to safety last week! These individuals consistently set the standard with their thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring that every tractor-trailer they check remains safe and reliable. Keep up the great work!
possible as a professional truck driver, you’re not alone. While many drivers are completely content just enjoying the ride and having the consistency of reliable paychecks that come with a company job, some of you may have an entrepreneurial spirit and a drive to do more. At Marvin Keller, we understand the desire to grow and develop professionally, and we are committed to helping anyone in that path if they are so inclined.
There are a few ways a driver can advance at MK. One is through our Lease/Purchase program. Do you want to own your own truck, decide what loads you want to run and when you want to run? The L/P program might be right for you. In order to be successful as a business owner, there are skills and qualities you must possess:
Some of MK’s owner/operators have even brought on their own drivers and now manage their own teams. The sky is the limit; the only question is how high you want to go.
If you do not quite want to venture out as your own boss but still want the opportunity to develop professionally, perhaps being a driver trainer is for you. MK is also always looking for all-star drivers who want to train the next generation of truckers. If you lament the state of the new crop of rookie drivers on the road, what better way to make an impact than to train those drivers to your standards and those of MK? Of course, trainers should be drivers who are committed to excellence in their own careers and should embody the traits necessary of a good driver:
Marvin Keller is invested in your success and we want you to have the tools to succeed and help provide the opportunities for you to do so. We succeed when you do and we want our drivers to be happy and fulfilled in their careers. If you are interested in being a trainer for MK or would like more information on the Lease/Purchase program, reach out to your driver manager for more information.
Our team would like to acknowledge a few of our drivers who have demonstrated exceptional levels of dedication, positivity, professionalism, and hard work. These drivers have been chosen for their remarkable contributions and commitment to excellence.
“Tina Barlow is one hard worker and a great driver. She is always willing to help out and go that extra mile! Tina really cares about her job and strives to do a great job every single day. I have come to learn this about her in the time I have been her DM. She has a lot of knowledge and experience in the field and Tina is someone I know we can count on to get the job done. Not only that, but Tina is a great person all around. She has an amazing personality and a joy to work with. Tina is a great asset to our team!!”
– Jon-Michael, Driver Manager
“Anthony ‘Antman’ Collins is quite simply the man out there. He transitioned to an OTR driver from 4 on 4 off, around the time I first started here and he has continually done a great job. I can rely on Anthony to pay attention to detail, and do the right thing every single time. He communicates very well every step of the way, and has a positive attitude the whole time. Anthony is never afraid to help us out and he stays out on the road for two weeks at a time for us which is not easy to do. As a matter of fact, this week Anthony is helping out by staying out an extra day, when he could go home. A testament to his exemplary effort. Thank you for all you do Anthony!”
– Kanen, Driver Manager
“Chris has been an Owner Operator with Marvin Keller since May of 2017. Chris is a hard worker and runs a consistent schedule which makes him reliable for us. I always know when he is going to be leaving out each week. Chris is a problem solver and anything he can take care of on his own he will. He will arrive early at locations and with his downtime; he looks over his truck and makes sure everything is in good working order. He can also take care of some of the repairs himself which helps with the repair cost. Overall, Chris does a great job for us, and that great job was recently noticed by one of our brokers Transloop. Matt said Chris has been on several of his loads and he has done a great job for him. This just goes to show that Chris is a professional handles himself in a professional manner in all he does.”
– Amy, Owner Operator Manager
“I want to give a huge shoutout to Travis Bartles for their exceptional dedication and passion for the job! Not only does he consistently deliver on time, but his attention to detail and genuine care for every load and customer is evident. It’s clear that Travis takes pride in what he does, bringing a positive attitude and a strong work ethic to every journey. We truly appreciate your commitment and the energy you bring to the road every day.”
– Andrew, Driver Manager
A huge thanks goes out to these drivers for their outstanding work. We appreciate all that you have done and continue to do to help us be the best carrier we can be. Keep up the great work!
Our elite fleet is recognized as one of the best in the industry, thanks to our commitment to high performance standards. Every quarter, we assess individual driver performance through what we call Driver Scorecards. The scorecard helps us identify both strengths and areas for improvement. With these results, our team is able to give the proper tools and resources that are needed to help every driver perform at the highest level.
Driver time:
Safety:
We closely monitor several key safety metrics to ensure safe driving practices:
The goal of the quarterly scorecard is to provide actionable insights for both the driver and the company. Here’s why we invest in this process:
The Driver Scorecard is more than just a report—it’s a tool for growth, accountability, and continuous improvement. Our goal is to help every driver achieve elite-fleet status, where safety, efficiency, and performance are fully optimized. By collaborating closely, we ensure that each driver remains safe, efficient, and consistently performs at their best, setting the bar for excellence and leading the way in the industry.
We know how important it is to find great talent, and we appreciate the effort it takes. That’s why, for this special campaign, we’re doubling our Referral Bonus from $1,000 to $2,000!
Refer a driver and help your team win the jackpot! The team with the most referrals wins limited-edition MK apparel!
RANDALL BAYLES, JOHN BERGIN, MICHAEL BOOKER, HAROLD CAIN, ANTHONY DENT, TIMOTHY GARRETT, ANTHONY GILIO, NICHOLAS HARJUNG, TERRY HODGE, CHRISTOPHER HOPPER, TIMOTHY MCBRIDE, DOUGLAS MCCLENDON, MARK MCKINLEY, BOBBY MILLER, RHONDA MILLER, CHRIS MILLER, JUNREY MONTEJO, ERIC MORAN, RANDY MURPHY, KEN NEWBY, DANIEL NUNEZ, WADE OWENS, JAMES RHEINECKER, GEORGE ROBINSON, OMER TERRY, CHRISTOPHER THOMAS, DAVID WARD, AND ROBERT WILLIS
DENNIS ANTHONY, TRAVIS BARTELS, CHARITY BATTLEY, MICHAEL BODINE, TERRANCE BOGAN, CHEYENNE CLARK, DIAMANTE COVINGTON, BRIAN DOUGHTY, JEFFREY EFIRD, BENJAMIN FOSTER, ELIJAH GREENWOOD, PHYLLIS HILL, CODY HUFFMAN, JORDAN KALE, MATTHEW MCCANTS, NADIA MCCLURE, CHARLES MCGREGOR, JLONNIE MCLEOD, DMARKIS NEAL-TAYLOR, BOBBY PALMER, TERRANCE PARKS, GEORGES ARNELD THEODORE, AND TODD WRIGHT
TINA BARLOW, LARRY BLANKENSHIP, BRENT BOEHM, JESSICA BRANHAM, TERRY BRANHAM, EMMA BRANNON, DAVID BRUCHMAN, KIM BRUCHMAN, DEBORA COLEMAN, BRIAN DISKIN, ERIC DONEY, KERRI DOSS, ALLEN FITZGERALD, KAMENN GITTINGER, MOLLY GRIBLER, JASON GRIGSBY, CIERA HAYMER, EDWARD HREZO, CHRISTIAN JOHNSON, KIMBERLY KUFFEL-GILLARD, ERIK LOY, DALTON MEDLEY, CLAYTON PATRICK, CAROLYN SHOEMAKER, AND HUGH SHOEMAKER
ROBERT BENTON, JEREMIAH BRUBAKER, WILLIAM CALDWELL, ANTHONY COLLINS, JUDY COLLINS, DEVIN DUNCAN, DAN EMEL, MARK FAVREAU, JERRY FROST, SEAN JOHNSON, MARK JORDAN, JOHN KLEDZINSKI, KYLE LUESMANN, JACOB MERCER, ORVILLE MERRILL, RICHARD MERRILL, SCOTT MILLER, JOHNATHON NEUMANN, BLAKE NORMAN, CHRISTOPHER PEARCE, FRANKIE RICH, FRANKLIN ROJAS, DANIEL SCHMITT, DARRELL SEAMAN, DAMIEN STRONG, AND WESLEY THOMAS
MARC BEAR, JASON COLEMAN, DAVE WILLIAMS
Campaigns Ends: April 30th, 2025
