Destination: Excellence | Winter 2021

BLACK and CHROME SALUTES

“Last Friday after I got my lazy butt out of bed to untarp, mystery dude came over and helped me fold the tarps. Not only that, he also rolled them up as I went to check in. Not only that, he also helped me unchain the load. I would have gladly returned the favor but he was already done with his load by the time I got up. Thank you to my mystery dude... it’s awesome to know there is other drivers out there still willing to offer a helping hand.” - Joshua Kopp to Phillip Nelson

“He took time out to help us fat boys with tarping our loads. We could not get on top of the loads being too high. He helped two drivers at the customers” - Randy Aldridge to Paul Babineaux III

“Jesse and I loaded at the same shipper and helped each other strap and tarp both loads. made work quick and easy” - Joshua Luttrell to Jesse Beasley

“Richard was very efficient and safe helping me secure the load. He willingly came up and helped out a fellow Driver. He helped with throwing straps as well as Proper TMC Securement Procedures.” - Alberto Gomez Jr to Richard Stauble

“I just want to take a few moments to RECOGNIZE ALL Driver and Trainer/ Trainees for an AMAZING JOB helping each other get strapped and tarpped. 10 Trucks on the move.” - Wymark Barton to all TMC drivers

“Didn’t catch the driver’s name, but he saw my trainee and me doing a trailer swap and just jumped in and lent us a hand. That’s what this is all about, it’s good to see there are still driver’s that will help each other.” - Christopher Salik to James Zega

“Driver helped me put up tarps on top of a load. Thanks.” - Floyd Haynes Jr to Cesar Marmolejo Jr

“Helped me with a ripped tarp at the Des Moines terminal late in the afternoon” - Storm McKinley to William Crane

“After 5 years, I am never too prideful to ask for help or ask questions. I totally forgot his name but I know his truck #! He helped me tremendously. From giving me extra tips, a helping hand, & help me secure my load! He has been with TMC for 15 years & he is the prime example of a team player. He deserves a salute! Thank you again.” - Eric Sullivan to Lorin Mendanhall

“Big thank you to driver in 12970!! He helped me fold tarp. I left tarps folded but not rolled when I had to go to back to get unloaded. My plan was to roll my tarps after being unloaded and waiting on new load. Well much to my surprise, upon returning to roll tarps, they were already rolled. Thank you driver making my day!” - Paul Babineau III to Keilyn Debose

“Mr. Haskell went out of his way to help me finish tarping my load so I could get home to my family on Thanksgiving.” - Zackary Bailey to Russell Haskell

“I met Dave in Birmingham... we happened to be on the same load. I am on my second day after training, and I was not 100% confident with my securement method. Dave took the initiative to introduce himself as we were loading. He later met me at the securement area and helped me develop a plan to ensure proper securement. Once Dave was complete, he took his own time to check on things and helped me finish securing my load. Dave also provided some tips on simple tools that can make the job more efficient. Once we were complete with securement, I followed Dave to our parking spot. Dave took more time out to go further indepth with the load securement and additional methods to make the job easier and more efficient. As a brand new driver, Dave taking the time out to ensure I was squared away and able to reach my destination safely was invaluable. In closing, I sincerely appreciate him taking the time out to ensure I was good to go and sharing his knowledge with me. Dave is truly an example of an exceptional driver and teammate. Please pass a long my appreciation to him. Thank you” - David Castle to Nathaniel Schmidt

“Big thank you to Richie for helping me unstrap this morning and the fresh cup of coffee. Enjoyed running with him yesterday.” - Harry Colquitt to Richard Padilla

“Driver of 12121 is a truly outstanding fellow and a great person. In the pouring down rain, he got out of his truck to help me unstrap and untarp my drywall load. He could’ve sat in the truck since he was already empty but he didn’t. This guy has good character! Give this guy an additional % bump!” - Stephen Dites to Justin Gandy

“Josh was a big help with both helped each other lumber tarp are loads” - Jesse Beasley to Joshua Luttrell

“Carlos routinely goes above and beyond for his fellow truckers. Recently, while instructing his trainee on proper load securement on copper coils, a driver from another company asked for advice on securing his load. Without hesitation,Carlos began assessing, instructing, and assisting the driver in ensuring DOT compliance. His efforts reflect greatly, not only on himself, but on the TMC culture and our dedication to the safe transport of all loads; not only our own.” - Shawn Godby to Carlos McFall

“Charles helped unstrap and secure equipment while waiting to get unloaded. Thanks for the help and the Starbucks.” - Harry Colquitt to Charles Back

“Justin is going above and beyond to help new guys with securement.” - Robert Beardsley to Justin Howe

“Not only helped me navigate the mill on Friday I picked up from, but we delivered to the same consignee where he helped untarp and roll straps. Made my day!” - Derek Campbell to Michael Molina

“Mr. Wood helped me out with my tarp today, showing me a different and easier way to do it along with some tips and tricks. Really appreciated the help and info! Great guy and didn’t mind helping out. - James Barnes to Richard Wood Jr

“I want to thank Corey Biship for taking the time without me asking to see if I needed help and lend his knowledge about securing a load I had never hauled before. Very appreciative we have guys like Corey on our team.” - Toby Landry to Corey Biship

“Dropped what he was doing to give a rookie a hand. passed on some knowledge to me. forever grateful.” - Robert Beardsley to Marcus Rodriguez

“I just wanna say I Appreciate this young man. rolled with me from pick up to drop off,radio on for good strong communication. Next morning we took care of our loads one trailer at a time.” - Richard Padilla to Harry Colquitt

“They helped me secure and tarp my whole load.” - Brandon Simmons to Michael McAlister

SALUTES FROM THE OUTSIDE

Got a call from another flatbed driver saying Barber took the time last night to help him fix his four coils that had leaned over. He said Barber helped him work to get them stood back straight again and resecured. This was an older driver and was amazed that Barber took the time to help him out of a bad spot. The other driver said he tried to give Barber money but he refused to take it. He wanted to let us know that we have a great driver and is very thankful that he took the time to help him get his load fixed and delivered without any issues.

Safety took a call today from a driver with another company. He wanted to make certain that we were aware of the type of person Mr. Chapman is and how he represents TMC. The caller said that Greg was on a job site in Wasco, CA when Greg approached him to see if he needed any assistance. Greg was well groomed and in full PPE. The gentleman said they had a long chat and was impressed with Greg’s attitude. He quoted Greg as saying “my company takes care of me, so I take care of my company.” Mr. Hudson said he was blown away by the refreshing attitude and said “if there was a driver pool of his caliber and class, we would be a much better industry.”