owner operator driver

truck driver

local driver

dispatcher

transport driver

Mackie Transportation Inc.

Beautiful yard, Great office, family owned for almost 100 years. I'm sure it's a great office to work at. And that's where it ends.

Very poor dispatch and management communication Average to below-average pay for drivers (set by multi-year collective bargaining agreement). Comically low rates for enclosed automotive company drivers. Lots of drivers, who have been around forever (good thing), but they've likely been grandfathered in. Have to join Teamsters Union to drive here (likely due to contracts with automotive manufacturers), which is completely useless, without any union pull and unable to negotiate with the company for your benefit. New drivers lack seniority, and miles. New CBA to be signed April 2025. Epic time off between runs during "slow periods" without communication from dispatch nor management. Company equipment is modern, clean and well maintained, but poorly spec'd for OTR.

Worked as an AZ driver at Mackie. Family owned business and these are good people. Unfortunately, the place is run by managers who say one thing to the owners and something else entirely to the drivers. Teamsters own the drivers' union but do nothing for you beyond eating a portion of your paycheque every month. If you ever file a grievance, you'll be on the bad list until the company finds a reason to fire you, and even the flimsiest reason is good enough for the union to back management against the driver. Last couple of years, the company went from flat hourly pay for local work to a mixed bag of trip rates even in the city for the purpose of nickel and dimeing the poor driver who has to try to figure out the jumble of numbers every pay statement to see how much he's been shorted.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Nothing whatsoever.  Only good things were  interactions with some good coworkers. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Low pay, company doesn't care about employees nor their rights.  The Union is even worse.  They're not there for the employees and union members, just for our money and the companies money and interests.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Awful.  This is the first trucking job I can say I honestly hated every bit of the experience.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Uncertain. Micromanaged, lacked respect and trust and understanding of their drivers.

I recommend staying away from this company. They are extremely against anyone who doesn’t look or act like the social “norms” . They will blatantly lie and gas light you. They act as if they are doing you a favour by forcing you to work overtime. They don’t care if you are sick or having an emergency. They treat you like less than a human. I wouldn’t recommend working here to my worst enemy . But if you prefer pizza lunches over raises and fair treatment, this is the place for you. 

A typical day would consist of the usual pick up paperwork and keys to rig dispatch would always greet and wish a save run....overall runs were straight forward not to difficult. Fellow coworkers would help you if you have never been to a certain location...I like that👍 My hardest part was parking the truck for the night....didn't want to stop driving. It's a good family run business that appreciates the drivers.

Pre trip inspections and report any defects found and if needed, get them fixed ASAP.
I did learn how to better manage my trip time especially when crossing border and having to find a parking spot to shut down.  Became more familiar with hours of service both in Canada and US. 
Hardest part of the job was being away from home.
Most enjoyable was being able to see and travel around the US.

2 sr. managers
2 Managers
1 supervisor
3 lead hands
2 order management
1 inventory anylyst
 above people handle 15 working people on floor and few temps
all above people nothing to do just doing baby sitting and working on just overtime.

This is a family run business. They care about their employees. If you are respectful, they will be fair. They have several programs to show their appreciation for drivers commitment. 

I only worked there for a short time, about 2 years but it was a good experience. Always paid on time and they have excellent benefits. My boss was always respectful and fun to chat with.

Most days you know what your doing depending on which division your in.most have dedicated truck do day to day operations are easier on driver.sharing the yard with multiple other companies can be a bit crazy at times

Top Job Titles	Average salary
Owner operator driver 5 salaries reported	$117,462 per year
Truck driver 3 salaries reported	$72,500 per year
Local driver 1 salary reported	$23.54 per hour
Dispatcher 1 salary reported	$50,000 per year
Transport driver 1 salary reported	$85,000 per year

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