Keeping It Roehl

In this bonus episode, Jason and Travis recorded from one of our Driver Appreciation events. They talked to a number of Roehl teammates about why they chose Roehl and why they continue to choose Roehl. Their very first guest is Roman H., who helped to start this podcast. Roman shared that he played professional baseball, and we included a photo of him from those days as the show artwork.

Innovation is one of Roehl's values, and our Information Technology team is leading the way in trucking. In this episode, meet Kurt D., a B2B/EDI Integration Analyst and hear how he came to be a member of TeamRoehl. Kurt shares some of what he does to support our company, and he talks about Roehl's Charitable Governance Committee and some of the programs we support, including the United Way (Roehl has repeatedly been recognized and awarded for our donations to the United Way). Kurt previews some of the 2023 United Way events, and he also shares some things he likes to do when he's not working. satisfaction.

In this episode, Eric S. joins Jason and Travis to talk about his transition from college to the military to Roehl. Eric worked as a fleet manager and he helped schedule over-the-road training for recent CDL school graduates and Roehl's Get Your CDL program graduates. Eric is now a Fleet Operations Manager, supporting Roehl's Flatbed Division drivers and fleet managers. Outside of work, Eric keeps busy with his family. Eric notes that it's important to remember Roehl is made up of teammates and the company is built on values; it's the people living our values that make TeamRoehl great.  

In this episode, you'll hear Gentry's B. story. Gentry joined TeamRoehl in 2021 through Roehl's on-the-job CDL A training program. After getting his CDL, Gentry talks about his Phase 2 experience with a Certified Driver Trainer, and then what he did after getting his own truck. Gentry first drove in our Van Midwest Regional fleet before transitioning into a dedicated fleet. Gentry then applied for a role helping new drivers during their Phase 2 experience as a Fleet Training Manager. Gentry shares how he ate well while on the road, and what he likes to do when he is not working. 

Roehl's President of the Van Group Don I. joins Jason & Travis to share insights into the freight market, the conversations he has with customers and how important Roehl drivers are. In Don's role, he leads Roehl's Dry Van, Refrigerated & Dedicated Divisions. Don explains that he previously worked at two of the largest public trucking companies, and he offers some insights into how Roehl is different and he highlights Roehl's Wall of Values. Don also talks about how Roehl's maintenance department measures time in the shop in minutes while most trucking companies measure that time in days. 

Brian M. has decades of experience in trucking, and he joins Jason & Travis for a discussion about how he came to Roehl in a non-driving role. Brian explains that as Fleet Operations Manager, he leads a group of Fleet Managers and their drivers. Brian shares insights about the current freight market, how the industry has changed and how things like Roehl's Dynamic Pay Plans impact driving teammates. Brian also talks about Roehl's Wall of Values, including our cornerstone value of safety.  

With over 35 years and 4 million miles with Roehl, curtainside driver Norbert P. has a lot of experience in trucking. Norbert has achieved millions of safe miles with Roehl, and in this bonus episode with Travis, Norbert shares how he got started in trucking, why he came to Roehl, why he stays at Roehl and some tips for success. Norbert also talks about eating well as a truck driver, and his life outside the truck. Nobert lives Roehl's values every day. 

Jason & Travis catch up with Roehl dedicated truck driver Jon A. in this episode. Jon shares his journey - from he was a tow truck driver to upgrading Class B CDL to a Class A through Roehl's on-the-job training program. Jon also talks about how he's been successful with Roehl and his passion for working on cars and dirt track racing when he's not driving. 

In this episode, Jarred G. joins Jason & Travis to talk about how he got into trucking. Jarred shares that he was a postal carrier and worked at a sign company before he decided to search for the best companies to get his CDL through. As a dedicated fleet driver, Jarred said he's getting great miles, excellent home time and a much better living. He loves what he does, and that's why he also became a certified truck driver trainer.  

Eric Wilson, Roehl's Director of Refrigerated & Dedicated Operations, joins host Jason and Travis to discuss what dedicated operations look like at Roehl. Eric and Jason also dispel some of the myths about refrigerated trailers and customers. Eric recently celebrated 15 years with Roehl, and he has held positions in operations and recruiting during his time with Roehl.