Koch Trucking

Though I have left the trucking industry and went back to a sales role in corporate america, I loved my time as a driver for Koch Trucking. Collectively I drove for 14 years. In 14 years I worked for 4 different trucking companies and by far, Koch was the BEST company I drove for. They kept me moving and their maintenance department was incredibly responsive when I needed help on the road. If ever my career points me back to driving (I love the road) I won't hesitate to reapply to Koch. Great company, phenomenal dispatch and fantastic equipment!

I was hired to drive for an account that was new to Koch. I've been on this account for going on three years now, In that year they had added more work, and more drivers, and new trucks. After a year in a half they asked me to be a local lead driver, and now I basically run the day to day drivers needs on this account and another. I can honestly say without a doubt that Stan Koch is a place drivers should come and stay. This company cares for you needs, and listens to your wants. If you are a worker and willing to do the job that you are hired for you will be a great fit to this company. I have 7 drivers that I deal with on a daily basis, they all feel the same. Great pay great equipment, and great leadership is why I will be here till retirement.

I am a driver for Koch Trucking since March of 2019. I am in the Polaris division. I am so thankful this company has given me this opportunity. The support and assistance are great. The Driver Manager is empathetic and quick to assist. The shop people are very good too. I think this is a good company even without my personal bias. I appreciate dealing with people that have integrity.

I started at Koch a little over 6 months ago on their Polaris Division. One of the best decisions of my life. The staff at Koch trucking including my dispatcher are some of the best people I’ve had the pleasure of working with. Koch as a whole is a very supportive company keeping my family fed, as well as getting me home when I need. It’s a great change of pace. Thanks for everything you do Koch.

I was seeking a job there and Recuter G tell me to put an application in! I told him when I put it in the application I will call him and let him know that I did so he said ok! So he hung up on me before I could finish speaking with him! Anyways I call him 15 minutes after I finish the application he never answer so I left a voice message on his phone! I called him the next day and he still never answer I called a different number and got somebody else and they transfer the call to him and he still never pick up! So I am saying in my mind that if this is how they treat a driver I can’t imagine what’s next if I am to be hired SMH.

I wouldn't even give this place one star but for the sake of this review, i am. The way this place talks to and treat their drivers unbelievable. Chris/Kris from safety she is one rude, disrespectful, nasty, EVIL woman when she's talking to drivers. I KNOW SEVERAL PEOPLE HAVE complained about her several times and to hear even more drivers have complained about how disrespectful she is and for the Koch family to keep allowing this to happen to their drivers from this woman says ENOUGH. These drivers are fed up with the level of disrespect and wants to continue to work for the company but not under that kind of disrespect. I work for the Better business bureau of Investigation and I am doing my reports on her and this company since no one will sit her down and talk to her about how she talks to people. She owes some of these drivers an apology. You're supposed to treat your drivers with the upmost respect and from the call I was added to with her a week ago says alot about this company. You don't treat your drivers like they are beneath you. Koch talk to your employees in office because this is getting out of hand. When all of your drivers are saying the same things you know the problem starts with your office personnel.

Put on a great show and have top notch equipment. But sitting around for hours waiting on a new dispatch last one was 6 hours clock just keeps on ticking. Snot gram automated messages don’t work for me. Pet policy is a classic extortion $500 non refundable then $520 a year administration fee. Ran for 11 days $1258.00 just under 4000 miles day one waisted most of my clock doing city work made less than $100. I met another driver that was also quitting after only 2 weeks.

The worst company ever. Their management and safety don't really know what they are doing. Their Safety is not responsible at all, If one of their trucks will damage your property they will just say that damage has been already and they will not cover it. They own their own insurance company and whenever you call them about their damage, they will not even open a claim and will never care about you. We had the same situation, when their truck and driver Mr. Harold damaged our truck while backing up causing the damage on the front of our truck. Their Safety manager Ms Julie and her assistant Shirley, they tried to assure us that the damages were not caused by his driver's failure. Don't recommend this company and using their services, as they are not a safe company, they just have their own insurance company, so they never open the claims even it was a major accident. Stay safe from their trucks and their company. The proof of my complaint is attached.

I work the night shift, running from Indianapolis to Chicago daily. My shift starts around 8 PM and ends around 5 AM. The night consists of a few deliveries followed by a drop and hook on the return trip. My dispatchers are excellent, and I enjoy plenty of home time. I typically work a 50-hour week.

Amazing people to work for—they always try to help if an issue arises. I hauled boats out of Cadillac, MI, but needed more time at home due to unforeseen circumstances. I wish I could have stayed.

What’s the best part of working at the company? They look out for you as long as you perform your job professionally. What’s the most stressful part? Maintaining a strong safety record, as I was monitored by a computer in my truck that flagged safety concerns. What’s the work environment like? The work environment and culture were great. 👍👍👍 What’s a typical day? I loved coming to work, running my route in my clean and well-maintained 2022 Volvo.

I’ve been employed here for five years, working with different managers. I deliver to stores, though wait times at customers can be long. Managers communicate well, and if you want work, they’ll find it for you. Typically, I work Monday through Saturday, home daily, with Sundays off.

What’s the best part of working at the company? Good runs and benefits. Coworkers and management in Appling are great. What’s the most stressful part? None—it’s a laid-back environment with a great yard to relax on days off. What’s a typical day? Helping load trailers and preparing for the next load.

Pros: Competitive pay, flexible time off, supportive management, and top-tier Volvo trucks. Cons: Orlando and Miami traffic. Some docks are challenging, but there’s plenty of time to maneuver.

What’s the best part of working at the company? They fired me because they couldn’t provide enough miles. They initially promised I’d be out for two to four weeks but later changed it to six to eight weeks. What’s the most stressful part? Dispatchers were incompetent—they couldn’t schedule jobs on time or communicate effectively. They only used a slow, unreliable app. What’s the work environment like? Very cliquish—if one dispatcher disliked you, they all did, treating you poorly. What’s a typical day? Stressful. Either they gave you jobs or made you wait a week. I barely saw my family, and the job was frustrating.

I receive my dispatch, pick up my load when it’s ready, manage my time efficiently, and work with great supervisors. The job is varied, so I’m not always going to the same place.

What’s the best part of working at the company? Nothing. The pay was far below expectations. I was hired for first-shift hours, but my schedule changed to afternoons, which I hadn’t agreed to. What’s the most stressful part? Dealing with Florida drivers and never having a consistent shift. What’s the work environment like? No response—I wasn’t around management much as a driver. What’s a typical day? Long and unpredictable, especially working the same area every day.

The company has a solid hiring process—they fly you to an orientation location and then to the truck you’ll be assigned to, which impressed me. However, experiences vary depending on the assigned account. I had the choice between Cummins flatbed and a Marine division account, ultimately getting placed on the Manitou account in Lansing, MI, where I live. I regret not choosing Cummins because the miles are highly inconsistent. Thankfully, the account offers an $800 weekly minimum pay guarantee—otherwise, I wouldn’t even make that some weeks. Four main issues contribute to the pay inconsistencies: 1. Weekly pay cutoffs are Fridays at 5 PM instead of Sundays. 2. Boat dealerships don’t accept deliveries on weekends, and some only take deliveries between Tuesday and Thursday. 3. Frequent delays occur due to absent workers and poor communication between departments, causing loads to be unavailable on time. 4. They overhire drivers so that loads don’t have to wait for a returning driver, as invoices are sent as soon as a load is picked up. I didn’t get into trucking for an $800 gross paycheck—it’s not worth it. I’m trying to switch accounts before leaving, but I’m struggling to find someone within the company who can help. This has been my experience with Koch so far.

What’s the best part of working at the company? Everything! Best trucking job I’ve ever had. I would still be there if not for the pandemic. What’s the most stressful part? Sometimes loads are scheduled too close together. What’s the work environment like? Relaxed—management is laid-back, creating a stress-free atmosphere. What’s a typical day? Picking up a load from the Ardmore Warehouse and delivering to Best Buy stores across six states.

This company looks great—I’m set to start next month. Everyone has been kind and welcoming. I’m genuinely excited for this new opportunity.

An excellent company—great supervisors, a strong team, and new trucks every three years.

Not all trucks come with refrigerators, so finding one that fits can be tricky. The job isn’t difficult—you’ll assist with unloading boats and breaking down the bar rails that secure them. Pay is strong during the holidays, but after Christmas, freight slows down for a week or two. Home time is easy to get, and holidays are off. Overall, it’s a solid OTR company. I left because I wanted to be home more. Boat hauling is steady until after Christmas, then picks up again around February. If you need to strap boats, it’s a flat $15 per load—not hourly. Once experienced, strapping 4-5 boats takes about three hours. Not all drivers strap boats—it depends on the account. You’re paid per stop, which helps. Mileage is low, ranging from 2,000 to 2,700 miles per week—you won’t reach 3,000 miles on the boat hauling side. Dispatch and management are friendly, and the daily work is manageable. Most loads are preloaded and pre-strapped.