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I hope you had a great August! So many of you had kids and grandkids returning to school.

Busy month!

 

Safety is Important! - We hope this message finds you all in the best of health and spirits. We are thrilled to express our sincere gratitude for your remarkable dedication and unwavering commitment that has led to a significant milestone for our company. Your collective efforts have elevated our safety score from Tier 2 to an outstanding Tier 4, and we couldn't be prouder of each and every one of you.

Your commitment to safety has been truly exemplary. Through your meticulous attention to detail, your adherence to strict DOT inspection standards, and your diligent pre-trip inspections, you have not only ensured your own safety but the safety of everyone sharing the road with you. By promptly addressing maintenance issues and consistently going above and beyond, you've displayed a level of professionalism that sets a benchmark for excellence in our industry.

Your dedication to preventing accidents has been a game-changer. Your careful driving, situational awareness, and skillful maneuvering have contributed to a record of zero preventable accidents during this period. This accomplishment is a testament to your vigilance and commitment to upholding the highest safety standards.

Completing the required safety training showcases your eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow. Your willingness to stay updated on the latest safety protocols not only reflects your personal dedication to improvement but also reinforces our company's position as a leader in safety-conscious operations.

It is also heartening to see how you all take immense pride in your roles. Your enthusiasm, work ethic, and the sense of responsibility you bring to your jobs make our company not just a fleet of trucks, but a family of dedicated professionals striving for excellence.

As a management team, we want to assure you that your hard work and dedication have not gone unnoticed. Your achievements will inspire us all to continue raising the bar and setting new standards for safety, professionalism, and teamwork. We look forward to celebrating more milestones together and achieving even greater success in the future.

Please accept our heartfelt thanks for your incredible contributions. Your dedication makes us proud to be part of this remarkable team. Here's to your outstanding achievements and the brighter future they promise.

 



Safety tip by Donald Knowlton

 

Don’t be complacent just because the weather is nice! Just remember Labor Day is coming up!

Always buckle up.

Whether you’re behind the wheel or a passenger, always wear your seat belt while riding in a vehicle. Seat belts can help save your life or reduce the severity of sustained injuries if you’re involved in a car crash. In 2017, seat belts helped to save close to 15,000 lives.

If you see a drunk driver on the road, call 911. If you suspect someone is driving drunk (e.g., driving erratically, driving too fast or too slowly), notify the authorities by calling 911. You’ll want to give them the name of the road or major intersection that the impaired driver is traveling on, as well as the direction in which they’re driving. Another dangerous driving error is wrong way where a driver is driving in the wrong direction. This usually happens on highways, where a driver gets on an off-ramp. The NTSB reports that impaired driving is the number one cause of wrong-way driving. If you see wrong-way driving, drive on the most right-hand side of the road, stop at a safe place (e.g., a gas station), and then call 911.

Jarrod Grady

Paul Scharnhorst



CONGRATULATIONS TO CHUCK PIERSE ON HIS 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY WITH KNOWLTON TRUCKING!

Our Mission Statement

To service our customer, FedEx Ground, by being the best contracted service provider we can be and partnering with professionals dedicated to high performance and integrity by doing the right thing in everything we do.


EBO Pro – Hopefully everyone has had a chance to get logged into our new scheduling system.  You are now able to request your time off on this system.  If you have any question regarding this system, please let me know.


INFORMATION - Everyone should have received an email needing your shirt, jacket, hat, and shoe sizes.  If you have not yet done that, will you please text or email Karla Kilgore with that information. 479-366-1184 or karlakilgore3@gmail.com


BLACKOUT DATES - for vacation will be November 1, 2023, to January 15, 2024


HOS – PLEASE BE AWARE to avoid any unnecessary HOS or service violations, allow the ELD to completely load before entering any on duty status. 


Time off Request – Before making any travel plans, please get your time off approved.  We can’t always accommodate your dates and we would hate for you to lose money if your trip is non-refundable.


Permit Books – We are putting new permits books in everyone’s truck this month.  They are green and all should be the same in each truck. Please look through them and let me know if you’re missing anything in your books.  Also let me know if you did receive a new one.


Power Lift Training – Training should be happening now.  You will be contacted by Cheyene or Tifanni to get started on your Power Life Training over the next month.


Violations – You are only allowed 6 violation logs in a year.  After that you will be disqualified with FedEx.




EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

CONGRATULATIONS!

 

Jim Deremiah


Jim has been with the company now for 7 years. Jim is hard working, punctual, adaptable to changes and has an exceptional safety record. We appreciate his dependability and loyalty to the company. 

Jim will be receiving a $25.00 gift card.

 

Thank you for all you do Jim!


 

     

                    Jacob Taylor

     Michael Smith

       Terry Smith




DRIVER APPRECIATION MONTH

Thank you for the sacrifices you make to keep this country moving. It's no secret that truck drivers are special, independent, tough, and capable. Without that legendary truck driver spirit, our nation, and our lives, would look very different. You make a difference in the world every day, just by virtue of being you.

                                                                                             -Bryan Knowlton

                                                                                               President

 

“I THOUGHT BEING A SQUAD LEADER IN THE MOUNTAINS OF AFGHANISTAN WAS TOUGH, HOWEVER, BEING A MANAGERS OF KNOWLTON TRUCKING INC DRIVERS IS TOUGH. A DRIVER IS ASKED TO RUN AT DIFFERENT TIMES; DIFFERENT ROADS; AND DIFFERENT CONDITIONS. MY RESPECT RUNS DEEP FOR THE DRIVERS I HAVE THE PRIVILEDGE OF WORKING WITH. SEEING THE PERSONAL GROWTH AND FINANCIAL GROWTH THAT HAS YIELDED FOR MY DRIVERS, MAKES MY DAY.”

                                                                                        -CHEYENE CURTIS

                                                                                          FLEET MANAGER

 

We can be thankful for truck drivers and recognize that without them, our table, our closet, and the store would all be empty. Truckers move America forward.

Trucking is in our blood here at KTI. We are proud to be a hard-working trucking company that was built from the ground up. Starting with one truck and a dream, Bryan and dad grew the company to what it is today! We are proud of all our hard-working drivers and the ongoing professionalism and excellence that they have continued to provide day in and day out!

 

You guys and gals really do rock…………. God bless and stay safe!!!!

                                                                                          -Donald Knowlton

                                                                                            Fleet Manager



CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Robert Castro and Cody Smith had a great DOT inspection and 

got $500.00 each.

 Way to go Robert and Cody! 


EXCITING NEWS


We are excited to announce a raise coming in October! You will be receiving a 0.02 raise for everyone. Teams will earn 0.02 split and solo drivers will earn 0.02. You will see this on your safety bonus.


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