Category: Announcement & Hot Topics

Did you know that there are numerous ways you can earn Pro-Points? We want to make sure you’re aware of how to earn more points so you can be recognized for your outstanding performance, strive for the most points, and in the end be successful!

Below are some of the different ways you can earn Pro-Points:

• Interacting within the app: Simply use and engage within the app. For instance, drivers are awarded 50 Pro-Points for sharing their knowledge by adding a note to a Shipper or Receiver.
• Earning badges: Within the Drive MK App, there are many badges that we award Pro-Points for. The highest earning badge is the Work Streak Badge; keep a work streak and you can earn up to 5,000 Pro-Points! 
• BlueTree Scorecard: You can earn 1,000 Pro-Points for each green score in Safety, Compliance, Performance, and MK Elite (green in all three categories). Meaning you can get up to 4,000 Pro-Points! 
• Outstanding Performance: DMs award Pro-Points to recognize their driver’s extraordinary performance.

Where can I find my Pro-Point Balance?

Open the Drive MK App and follow the steps below: 

• Click the ^ icon at the bottom right
• Click on “profile” 
• You should be able to see your Pro-Point balance under your name
• If you click on your balance, you will be able to see your lifetime balance, how many points you’ve spent, and how many are available.

What can I spend my Pro-Points on? 

Did you know you’re able to spend your points on any item at any time? You can exchange your Pro-Points for a variety of things, such as gift cards, tools, TVs, or even cash in your points on your weekly settlement! In addition, you can send us a link from Amazon with a specific item and we will get it ordered as soon as we can. Check out the drivers below on how they spent their Pro-Points!

If you have any questions, ask your DM for more information on our Pro-Point System. You can find all this information in the Resource Library when you need it!

Have you ever thought about spreading your trucking knowledge? Well, now you can by becoming a Driver Trainer!

As an MK Trainer, you will be introducing new drivers to the industry and teaching them the skills needed to be terrific over-the-road drivers. We offer an outstanding pay package plus you get the opportunity to develop the future of Marvin Keller! 

Become an MK Trainer today by contacting Amanda McKee or your Driver Manager! Also, click on the image below to watch a video on why you should be a driver trainer featuring Ted Niebrugge!

What fuel station do you usually fill up at? TA? Pilot? Road Ranger? But did you know that Love’s is Marvin Keller’s preferred fuel stop? Among their 560 locations in 41 states, Love’s gives us the best fuel discounts.

If Love’s isn’t practical within your specific area/route, TA’s and Petro’s locations are a great second choice. However, with Pilot’s, Flying J’s, and other out of network locations, there are some constraints, such as; Company Drivers are limited to 50 gallons of fuel.

In this regard, we wanted to remind you on MK’s preferred fuel locations and put it in a document form to help you along your way. This will also be placed in the Resource Library so you can go back to this document anytime!

If you weren’t able to make it to MK’s Driver Appreciation Luau Party last weekend, here’s what you missed!

This video highlights some of the advancements we’ve made within the past couple of years and goes into the different aspects as to why Marvin Keller is the best! Click the image below to check it out!

Over the past few weeks, MK has had some stellar weekly performances. We have had record-breaking weekly gross margins and some of the lowest percentages of broker freight. To add to the hype, the entire fleet has been on a steady incline since this time last year. Things are on the upswing here at MK and we couldn’t do this without all of you.

What factors are behind the increased performance? Is the performance spike due to a strongly knit customer base or a hardworking, dedicated fleet? The answer should come as no surprise; it’s both!

With the recent announcement of the Mars PetCare return accompanied by the increase of load offers across the board, we have more than enough freight to go around.  In fact, we are in a great position to be selective with our freight that caters to our fleet. We are motivated to benefit from the increased offers from our network.

How can you help? This is where we see the benefit of having such a strong, dedicated fleet working with us. One way you can help us is by keeping us in the know with your availability and schedules. Communicating changes in ETAs and delays is also exceptionally helpful in keeping our fleet running smoothly. As Henry Ford said, “If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.” Keeping us informed is the power that keeps us moving forward.

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What are other ways you can think of to help keep your driver manager informed?

An announcement was shared from our customer, Nestle, reminding us of the 100 mile yard sale that stretches along highway 25 from Jackson, MO to Kennett, MO this weekend. The yard sale started on Tuesday, May 27th and will last through Monday, May 31st. This event is expected to bring in a large crowd and additional traffic to the area. Drivers who will be arriving to Nestle in Bloomfield, MO or Sikeston, MO should practice additional caution and be mindful of the increased foot traffic along this route. An increased following distance should also be implemented to prepare for more frequent sudden stops.

The Bloomfield and Sikeston plants will be running normal shipping hours during this holiday weekend. Bloomfield’s drop lot will be available to all drivers 24/7.

Expected Facility Closures

The following customers will be closed on Monday, May 31st for Memorial Day.

• Rural King in Mattoon, IL
• Sherwin Williams in Effingham, IL
• Stratas in Decatur, IL
  • Drivers will be able to drop empties and hook preloads but no loading or reworks will be available at the Stratas plant
• Graphic Packaging in Shelbyville, IL
  • Drivers will have access to pick up their preloads. A skeleton crew will be working to print paperwork.

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How did the tradition of wearing of a red poppy in remembrance of the fallen soldiers begin? Submit your answers through a Blue Tree message.

Truck Driver Parking is not always easy to find but is a very important part of a Driver’s day. We have all struggled to find parking in one state or another. Some of us have even had to shut down early to avoid going over on hours just to find a good place to park. MK has a plan to help our drivers find all the best places to park!

On Tuesdays, we are going to post a region where parking may be limited. All you have to do is submit a post through DriveMK adding your favorite parking spot in that area. All drivers who contribute a parking spot for that area will be given an additional 200 pro points! Bonus points if you mention what lane you used this parking spot for.

Today’s areas are Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD.

Steps to add Parking to DriveMK

• Search
• Search the Name, Address, and State of parking location
• Select Add Company

We are are excited to announce the new pay incentives for our Extended Tour Program!

Effective May 1, we are increasing our Extended Tour pay rates. The increases are explained for you below. You will see the increase on your settlement for loads delivered 5/2 – 5/8.

Out for one 34 hour reset is being increased to $ 0.06 / mile  (up from 0.04)

Out for two 34 hour resets is being increased to $ 0.10 / mile (up from 0.07)

Are you wondering how you can earn these incentives? Speak to your driver manager about trying out a 90-day tour!

Each quarter Marvin Keller will be awarding the Producer Badge for Drivers who are in the Top 10% of fleet. The Producer Badge also awards 1000 Pro Points. We appreciate the extra work these Drivers put in to be our top Producers!

Congratulations to the following Drivers who earned the Producer Badge for 2021 – Quarter 1!  

Owner Operators – Top 10% Total Revenue for the Quarter

Bobby and Rhonda Miller
Jonathan Neumann
Timothy Garrett
George Robinson
Karl Simmons
Dave Sheffer

Company Drivers, OTR – Top 10% Fleet in Total Miles

Dave and Kim Bruchman 41,867
John Kledzinski 35,620
Nicholas Harjung 35,229
William Caldwell 34,696

Company Drivers , 4 On/4Off – Top 10% Fleet in Total Miles/Hours Worked

Terry Hodge 22,506
Jeremy Gatewood 21,442
Jonathan David 21,168
Ed Hrezo 20,890
Brett Reed 19,589
Jay Huffman 19,293
Dustin Carey 18,512

Truck Driver Parking is not always easy to find but is a very important part of a Driver’s day. We have all struggled to find parking in one state or another. Some of us have even had to shut down early to avoid going over on hours just to find a good place to park. MK has a plan to help our drivers find all the best places to park!

Every Tuesday we are going to post a region where parking may be limited. All you have to do is submit a post through DriveMK adding your favorite parking spot in that area. All drivers who contribute a parking spot for that area will be given an additional 200 pro points! Bonus points if you mention what lane you used this parking spot for.

Today’s region is Texas!

Steps to add Parking to DriveMK

• Search
• Search the Name, Address, and State of parking location
• Select Add Company