As you may have noticed, our Orbcomm/Bluetree systems have been down for a while now, and we are unsure when they will be restored. We have received an update from Orbcomm, and right now, if you are to log out of your Orbcomm device, you will be unable to log back in. Please document your last 7 days of logs somewhere safe in order to remain in compliance.
Stay logged in when possible, and if you do not have access to your E-Log, please switch to paper logs. If you need any assistance, please get in touch with someone here in the office.
If you’re in an event where you get stopped, please show them these letters.
You will start your order by pressing the blue play button on the right of the stop. Then a “Stop Confirmation” will pop up and ask, “Is the stop trailer number correct?” Your choices are “I don’t have a trailer,” “No,” or “Yes.” Choose what applies to the stop. Then it will ask, “Are you sure you want to start the timer?” If you’re sure, you will press “Okay,” and your timer will be started. You can see it at the bottom of the screen. When the timer starts, it updates the arrival time in our system. Leave the timer on until the stop is complete. For instance, if you are live loading leave the timer on until your trailer is loaded and you are leaving the shipper. This updates your departure time in our system. You simply do the same thing for all the stops on your order.
For last week’s driver spotlights, we recognized the following drivers who went above and beyond! We appreciate you going the extra mile!
First we would like to shout out Charity Battley. She traveled from Memphis to Texas to pick up her truck after a breakdown. Thank you for the extra effort and for staying positive throughout the hassle.
A huge shout out to Molly Gribler. We received a call from one of our Customers with lots of nice things to say about Molly. Thanks for showing respect and impressing our Customers!
Thank you to Darius Kerr for he had to take a train to get into another truck due to a breakdown. We appreciate you keeping a good attitude through the moves.
Shoutout to Jerry Frost for he helped us out with a Customer delivery on his day off – thanks for being so flexible!
We would like to acknowlged Aaron Williams. While he was waiting for his truck to be serviced, he delivered a truck to one of our team drivers because their truck was down at a repair shop. Thank you for being so willing to help out!
A huge shoutout to Marc Bear. He divided up a box of anti-skid plates between himself and two other city drivers to help us keep our supply costs down. Thank you for being someone we can rely on!
Lastly, we would like to thank Kaleb Green, Travis Palmer, Michael Bodine, Joe Aiello, Chris Pearce, & Allen Fitzgerald have all worked extra days in the past few weeks to help us make on-time delivery and keep our Customers happy. We appreciate it!
We know you guys have a lot of experience on the road and have gained valuable knowledge to improve everyone’s performance. We believe that your knowledge and personal experiences can be of great use to other fellow MK Drivers, which is why we would like you to share some of your driving tips and tricks.
Please share your ideas by clicking the link below. We’ve only received a few responses so far!
Grady shares some useful tips in this episode. He explains how to switch your APU idle-free system to “cool,” reset your inverter and activate the optimized idle feature in a Freightliner Cascadia. Check it out!
This video can also be found in the Resource Library under Grady’s Garage, Maintenance, or APU.
“Just a friendly reminder that all drivers entering our plants need an ID. We cannot allow anyone on site without an ID.
Also, please ensure drivers are aware they need high viz, bump cap and close toed shoes if exiting truck on site.
This is all to ensure safety to the drivers on site.
Thank you for all you do and reminding all drivers of the requirements.”
Please make sure you are wearing the required safety gear when exiting truck on site at all Nestle locations. We appreciate you and your priority to safety!
Did you know that as an Owner Operator, filling out a maintenance report each month is not only MK’s policy but a requirement by the DOT as well?
As per the DOT and MK’s policy, Owner Operators and Lease Purchase Drivers must fill out a detailed monthly maintenance report. The requirement to fill out a maintenance report each month is a measure put in place to encourage truck owners to keep their trucks in top-notch condition. Here are a few benefits of filling out the monthly maintenance report:
Ensures your truck is running efficiently and safely
Helps to identify any potential safety issues before they become major problems.
Can be used as a record of maintenance history
Helps to ensure compliance with DOT regulations and avoid fines or other penalties.
There are two ways to fill out the report:
You can manually fill out the report and then use Mobile Capture to scan and send it to us
Or you can use the drop form link below and fill out the report electronically. Drop Form Link
Overall, keeping detailed records of your vehicle’s maintenance and repairs is an important part of being a responsible owner operator or lease purchase driver. By taking the time to fill out the maintenance report each month, you can ensure that your truck is safe and compliant with DOT regulations.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Amy or Marla.
Did you know that our Netradyne Dashcam comes with an app called ‘Driveri’ that gives feedback on your driving performance?
As more drivers and trucking companies are turning to technology for safer and more efficient driving, the Netradyne App is a great option. Not only does it offer real-time feedback on driving habits, but it also improves safety for drivers.
Benefits of the Netradyne App:
Real-time Access: With the app, drivers can now stay up to date on their driving performance and take proactive measures immediately. The app provides personalized feedback that helps you make better decisions while behind the wheel – improving overall driver score & ranking in real time.
Automated Driver Safety Coaching: Let drivers take control of their career with Virtual Coaching, a self-directed weekly safety review of their top opportunities for improvement. Virtual Coaching includes video examples so your drivers can contextualize the feedback.
How to download the App:
In the App Store or Google Play, type in “Driveri” and download the app.
Select “forgot password” and type in your email address
Did you know that filling out a passenger authorization form isn’t just an MK policy, but it’s also a requirement mandated by the FMCSA?
As per Marvin Keller’s policy and the FMCSA, anytime you take a passenger with you they must complete a passenger authorization form. This form must be signed by the passenger as well as your DM and must be carried in the truck when the passenger is with you. Failure to do so may result in a DOT violation, so make sure there is always a signed copy in the driver’s truck.
If you have any questions about this policy or would like to fill out a form, please reach out to your DM!
A Friendly Reminder!
Don’t forget to share your driving tips n tricks with us!
Our drivers have a lot of experience on the road and have gained valuable knowledge to improve their performance. We believe that your knowledge and personal experiences can be of great use to other fellow MK Drivers, which is why we would like you to share some of your driving tips and tricks.
Please share your ideas by clicking the link below.
For last week’s driver spotlights, we recognized the following drivers who went above and beyond! We appreciate you going the extra mile!
First, we would like to shoutout Eli Greenwood. We received a call from one of our Customers with so many nice things to say about Eli. He was very nice and respectful with a clean truck and great backing skills. Thanks for impressing our Customers!
Shoutout to Dave Williams for he had to limp a broken trailer back to the shop for repairs which saved us the expensive cost of a tow. Thank you for the extra effort!
We would like to recognize Jeremy Brubaker for he was stick out over the road during the 4th of July holiday and kept his spirits up in spite of it. Thank you for keeping a good attitude through the hassle!
Shoutout to Dan Schmitt for he had to switch trucks without much notice since his 4/4 partner was stuck out for the holiday weekend. He also had a great attitude – thanks for being so flexible!
We would like to acknowledge Julie Kelly for she helped us by moving around trailers at Nestle Purina in Bloomfield. Thank you for being so willing to help out!
To Howard Flynn – Congratulations on the new grandson!
Lastly shoutout to the new I Spy finders! Thank you for going the extra mile and completing throughout pre-trip inspections.
