Gypsum Express SPRING 2018

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DID YOU KNOW?GYPSUM EXPRESS PAID OUT OVER $1.9

MILLION DOLLARS IN BONUSES FOR 2017

So far in 2018...

COMPLIANCE BONUS PAYOUTS:January Compliance Bonus- $28,351.20February Compliance Bonus- $30,266.60

March Compliance Bonus- $29,794.39

PERFORMANCE BONUS PAYOUTS:January Performance Bonus- $49,920.08February Performance Bonus- $49,485.37

March Performance Bonus- $50,758.37

FUEL BONUS PAYOUTS:January Fuel Bonus- $28,059.60February Fuel Bonus- $27,016.80

March Fuel Bonus- $28,649.63

DID YOU KNOW?

Gypsum Express has recently joined forces with a third-party platform called WorkHound. WorkHound

focuses on daily driver feedback. It does require a smart phone to use it, but it is not an app. On Thursday of each week, WorkHound sends our

drivers a text message asking how they are feeling on a scale from 1 to 10. From there, it will direct you to a comment box where you can anonymously give feedback. Drivers can access this link for the entire

week. A second text message will go out on Tuesday of each week with our broadcast message. This is a place where we can address some of the concerns that we have received. We read every message that comes in through WorkHound and appreciate our

drivers taking the time to let us know their thoughts and feelings.

If you have any questions about WorkHound, please contact Emily Otte at 219-874-6271 ext. 2829.

INTRODUCING WORKHOUND

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GYPSUM EXPRESS NEW DRIVER REFERRAL PROGRAM

We are now offering more money for experienced drivers! If they qualify and stay employed with Gypsum

Express for more than 6 months, you will receive the bonus as listed:

Hire a driver with at least one year of verifiable CDL-A tractor/trailer experience - $2,000

$500.00 after new driver completes 1 full week$500.00 after new driver completes 3 full months

$1000.00 after new driver completes 6 full months

Hire a driver with less than one year of verifiable CDL-A tractor/trailer experience - $1,400

$300.00 after new driver completes 1 full week$300.00 after new driver completes 3 full months$800.00 after new driver completes 6 full months

EFFECTIVE FOR DRIVERS REFERRED AFTER MARCH 5TH, 2018

DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN SAVE MONEY EACH PAY PERIOD WHEN YOU GET AN ANNUAL PHYSICAL EXAM

WITH YOUR PRIMARY PROVIDER?

WEEKLY PAYROLL DEDUCTION RATES

Single with wellnessSingle without wellness

Family without wellnessFamily with wellness

$100.00 $40.00$130.00 $71.00$225.00 $104.00$265.00 $130.00

PLAN A PLAN B

Save up to $40.00 a week!For any questions contact HR

1-800-621-7901 ext. 6408

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We have a new website specifically designed for jobs here at Gypsum Express. Our main goal for this website

is to make it easier for potential employees to get on board at Gypsum Express. Be sure to check it out:

www.gypsumexpress.jobs

SAVE THE DATELittle Kids, Big Trucks Day – Smokey Hollow Rd,

Baldwinsville, NY 6/02/18

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Baldwinsville Terminal Picnic – Thunder Island Fulton, NY 6/16/18

2:00-6:00 PM

Shoals/Hillsdale Terminal Picnic – Location to be determined

07/28/18

Carrollton Terminal Picnic – Butler State Park, KY 08/18/18Time TBA

Aliquippa Terminal Picnic – Center Township Park, PA8/25/18

Time TBA

NOW OFFERING MORE FOR TARP PAY

We heard your feedback! We want to better compensate you for your time and efforts with our new tarp pay

policy!

Pay to tarp a load - $25.00Pay to untarp a load - $25.00

Pay to secure a pre-tarped load - $12.50Rolltite loading - $12.50

Rolltite unloading - $12.50Rolltite pre-load prep from shipper - $12.50

These new rates make Gypsum Express the premier flatbed carrier for total compensation for our drivers and better addresses the time you put into being a

professional and properly securing your load.

Talk to your recruiter today!

24/7/365 on-demand access to affordable, quality healthcare. Anytime, anywhere.

How much does it cost?There is no cost to Gypsum Express employees or their family members enrolled in the company health insurance plans.

Are my children eligible?Yes. Please note, a parent or guardian must be present during any interactions involving minors.

Please visit www.gypsumexpress.com/md-live for more information.

MD LIVE

Did you know as an employee for Gypsum Express you are eligible for employee

discounts at AT&T and Verizon?DAVIS VISION MEMBER SAVINGS

AT&T offers up to 19% off of the monthly service charge of qualifying wireless plans!Visit att.com/wireless/gypsumexpress for more information or visit a local AT&T store with proof of eligibility.

Verizon Wireless offers up to 18% off for Gypsum Express Employees. Register for your employee discount online today! Visit www.verizonwireless.com/discounts for more information.

Davis Vision members save up to 60% off of retail on brand name hearing aids from major manufacturers through the EPIC Hearing Service Plan.

Call EPIC today to start the process to better hearing.1-844-246-0544

www.epichearing.com/davisvision

Shoals/Hillsdale Terminal Banquet

Aliquippa/Shadyside Terminal Banquet

Tim S. awarded 2018 Trainer of the Year

Justin H. celebrated 15 Years of Safe Driving

2018 SAFETY BANQUETSSAFETY BANQUET

Savannah Terminal Banquet

Georgetown Terminal Banquet

Vanlue Terminal Banquet

Michigan City, Demotte andWaukegan Terminal Banquet

Carrollton Terminal Banquet

Aliquippa/Shadyside Terminal Banquet

Danville Terminal Banquet Terry S. celebrated 10 Years of Safe Driving

Carrollton Terminal Banquet

Danville Terminal Banquet

OUR DRIVERS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

Baldwinsville Terminal Banquet

John H., Jim N., and Darrel H. celebrated 10 Years of Safe Driving

Baldwinsville Terminal Banquet Shoals Loading Service

Hopedale Driver Luis M.

Hopedale Driver Adam K.

Hopedale Driver Steve L. Baldwinsville Terminal Banquet

Hopedale Drivers Joey M. & Bobby B.

Hopedale Ron H.

JANUARY DRIVERS & MECHANICSScott M. - 28 Years

Robert C. - 23 YearsJerome B. - 22 Years Thomas L. - 22 Years

John B. - 22 YearsKirk H. - 22 Years

David S. - 15 YearsRandy B. - 13 YearsWayne M. - 11 YearsDaniel D. - 9 YearsRobert S. - 8 YearsCharles B. - 7 YearsJoseph H. - 7 YearsPeter S. - 6 YearsJames I. - 5 Years

Robert M. - 5 YearsHarvey H. - 5 Years

Jeremiah R. - 3 YearsClinton C. - 3 YearsAdam R. - 3 YearsTyler W. - 2 YearsBrian K. - 1 Year

Tanner S. - 1 Year Gregory J. - 1 YearAntwon T. - 1 YearJason J. - 1 Year

Timothy B. - 1 YearLonnie D. - 1 Year Steven S. - 1 YearWayne T. - 1 YearMark L. - 1 YearBarry W.- 1 YearBarry T. - 1 Year

JANUARY ADMINJim M. - 22 YearsTim S. - 18 Years

Stephanie S. - 11 YearsLarry W. - 10 Years

Tom T. - 7 YearsSusan H. - 4 YearsDavid R. - 3 Years

Melissa O. - 3 Years Pam S. - 1 Year

Randy E. - 1 Year

FEBRUARY DRIVERS & MECHANICSRodney D. - 30 YearsDwain P. - 18 Years

Ova D. - 14 YearsRobert M. - 13 YearsGeorge O. - 12 YearsRobert T. - 10 Years

Scott B. - 9 Years

Gypsum AnniversariesJames H. - 8 YearsAndrew L. - 7 Years

John R. - 7 YearsWilliam S. - 7 YearsTimothy P. - 7 Years

Christopher W. - 6 YearsTerrence O. - 6 YearsLindsey J. - 5 Years

Nick G. - 5 YearsRichard N. - 5 Years

Terry D. - 4 YearsKevin C. - 4 Years

Matthew C. - 4 YearsMark J. - 3 Years

Richard K. - 3 YearsJoseph A. - 3 YearsCharles B. - 2 YearsWilliam S. - 2 Years

Timothy M. - 2 YearsBridgette N. - 2 YearsJonathan H. - 2 Years

Jason S. - 1 YearNathan S. - 1 YearDavid L. - 1 Year

Waylon C. - 1 YearMichael S. - 1 Year

Timothy M. - 1 Year Jeffrey V. - 1 YearRocco C. - 1 YearSteve C. - 1 Year

Michael A. - 1 YearLee L. - 1 Year

Anthony J. - 1 YearDonovan N. - 1 Year

Christopher W. - 1 YearJerry D. - 1 Year

Wayne J. - 1 Year

FEBRUARY ADMINSteve H. - 22 YearsBrian N. - 22 YearsPeter M. - 18 YearsEric D. - 18 Years

Cheryl C. - 10 YearsGary T. - 10 YearsJamie R. - 7 Years

Stephanie N. - 5 YearsAmy D. - 5 Years

Nicholas S. - 4 YearsKim A. - 3 Years

Virginia B. - 2 YearsDoreen B. - 1 Year

MARCH DRIVERS & MECHANICSTimothy S. - 22 Years

Wilfred V. - 20 YearsJames H. - 14 Years

Kenneth T. - 12 YearsRobert H. - 11 Years

Leo R. - 10 YearsBob H. - 9 Years

Johnny E. - 9 YearsRichard Y. - 9 YearsRonald Y. - 9 YearsHorace H. - 8 YearsClifford Z. - 8 Years Joseph J. - 8 Years

Paul K. - 8 YearsDouglas H. - 7 Years

Julius L. - 6 YearsDennis C. - 6 Years

Anthony L. - 5 YearsBobby B. - 5 Years

Richard B. - 4 YearsRobert K. - 4 YearsJohn B. - 4 Years

Aundrey C. - 4 YearsJesse G. - 4 YearsRufus E. - 4 YearsMark B. - 4 Years

Steven J. - 4 YearsDavid P. - 4 Years

Dennis R. - 4 YearsKerry J. - 4 Years

Randy M. - 4 YearsJoseph M. - 4 YearsGregory M. - 4 YearsPatrick M. - 4 YearsRoger B. - 4 Years

Christopher M. - 4 YearsSteven R. - 4 Years

Eric W. - 4 YearsSteve T. - 4 Years

Patrick T. - 4 YearsRoger W. - 4 YearsJames H. - 4 YearsJohn B. - 4 Years

Gregory S. - 4 YearsDavid W. - 4 YearsBrian F. - 3 Years

Christopher B. - 3 YearsRyan P. - 3 Years

Zachariha T. - 3 YearsEarl C. - 3 Years

Matthew D. - 3 YearsAndre L. - 2 YearsCharles I. - 2 YearsDana H. - 2 Years

Thomas H. - 2 YearsJason W. - 2 Years

Richard G. - 2 Years

ANNIVERSARIESDale K. - 2 Years

Wayne R. - 1 YearPaul D. - 1 Year

Ricky W. - 1 YearBenjamin M. - 1 Year

Frank K. - 1 YearMatthew B. - 1 YearJeffery C. - 1 Year

Richard W. - 1 YearJeffrey T. - 1 Year

MARCH ADMINBryan G. - 18 Years

Adrienne D. - 9 YearsRod G. - 6 Years

Tiffany S. - 6 YearsToni B. - 5 YearsNick G. - 4 Years

Gisele K. - 3 YearsThomas K. - 2 YearsMichelle O. - 1 Year

APRIL DRIVERS & MECHANICSTimothy V. - 32 Years

Kevin S. - 10 YearsRey B. - 8 Years

Michael B. - 7 YearsBen D. - 7 Years

James K. - 6 YearsJames G. - 6 YearsBrian R. - 6 YearsTim M. - 6 Years

Gordon L. - 6 YearsEdward B. - 5 YearsMatthew L. - 5 Years

Rico C. - 4 YearsBenedict F. - 4 Years

Bryan W. - 4 YearsCynda S. - 4 Years

Tim S. - 4 YearsRaymond G. - 4 Years

equipment up, help a fellow driver, and go the little extra mile. A little help goes a long way. Look around, it is a great program that started with 10-15 trucks and look where John Wight is today. Stick with him and you will always have a great paycheck.”

Thank you, Rodney for 30 great years of service here at Gypsum Express and a lifelong dedication to the trucking industry.

Rodney Dewey’s StoryRodney began his career at Gypsum Express on February 28th, 1988. His driver number is 115. John Wight’s is 110. He pulls Flatbed Doubles out of Baldwinsville, NY after over 30 years with the company. Rodney was referred to the company by former driver Roger Parkhurst whom Rodney had encountered on the NYS Thruway periodically. Roger said he was making good money and thought highly of the company, so Rodney checked us out. He came in on a day off and filled out an application. After accepting the job, he was told to report to work Monday. He had wanted to take a week off between jobs, but showing his commitment from day one, he showed up on Monday. He has been showing up for roughly 1570 Monday’s ever since. The International cabover was one of the first trucks Rodney Drove for Gypsum. He says, “Do what you have to do to get the job done. You have to look at trucking differently, if you don’t have a load you are not making money.”

Rodney’s advice for new drivers starting today is this, “You have to stick with the program. Do good pre-trip inspections, keep your

Rodney’s first truck at Gypsum Express in 1988.Jerry H., VP of Vans with Rodney Dewey.

Charles C. - 4 YearsGuy B. - 4 YearsPeri R. - 4 Years

Daniel S. - 4 yearsDennis H. - 4 YearsNicolas P. - 4 Years

John C. - 4 YearsTracy P. - 4 Years

Joseph W. - 4 YearsChristopher P. - 4 Years

John B. - 4 YearsRobert R. - 4 YearsCharles D. - 4 Years

Frank D. - 4 YearsFrederick J. - 4 YearsDonald A. - 4 YearsWilliam S. - 4 YearsJeffrey G. - 4 Years

Johnathan B. - 4 YearsLevy P. - 3 Years

Edward F. - 2 YearsThomas W. - 2 Years

Case B. - 2 YearsScott B. - 1 YearDavid E. - 1 Year

Donald T. - 1 YearJames M. - 1 Year

Jacob J. - 1 earRobert Y. - 1 Year

Christopher S. - 1 YearMatthew H. - 1 YearFrancis S. - 1 YearAndrew F. - 1 YearJoseph P. - 1 YearAaron M. - 1 Year

Brandon R. - 1 YearVirgil Y. - 1 Year

David M. - 1 YearGeorge B. - 1 Year

Beau Y. - 1 Year

Ryan L. - 1 YearKenneth S. - 1 YearMannuel M. - 1 Year

APRIL ADMINTimothy P. - 19 YearsConnie F. - 18 Years

Douglas T. - 15 YearsMatthew M. - 8 YearsCaroline J. - 7 YearsKristen D. - 7 YearsDavid E. - 6 YearsEric G. - 4 Years

Toby B. - 4 YearsFinbarr K. - 4 YearsLeslye K. - 4 Years

Richard E. - 4 YearsCasey T. - 3 YearsJose S. - 3 Years

Jordan T - 3 years

On the Road

Zach S. out of Shoals, Kyle S. out of Hillsdale, Jacob G. out of Shoals and Robert A. out of Shoals hanging out at our Bridgeport, AL terminal.

Justin H.’s truck out of Baldwinsville, NY

Kirk H. out of Baldwinsville, NY

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John B. out of Danville, Va.

James I. out of Carrollton with his truck!

ON THE ROADDRIVER TIPS AND TRICKS“You have to pay attention to what you are doing and slow down. If someone tells you to hurry up, just continue to go at your pace. Also, no matter how upset you are at your shipper or receiver, you just have to bite your tongue and be nice.” – Don A., Michigan City Driver with 4 years at Gypsum Express

“Leave good tarps on trailers and turn 4-inch straps the right way.” - Tharron W., Savannah Driver with 14 years at Gypsum Express

“One of the things that drivers tend to do is stop early in the day, with too much time left on their clock. If you have enough time, make it to that customer and it will get you more miles at the end of the week.” - Jacob G., Shoals Driver Trainer with 6 years at Gypsum Express

“My best advice as a new driver, making relationships with other truckers is a good thing. Go to sleep at the customer to maximize your hours in a week. Always check in before you pull your truck into the consignee and always watch your mirrors.” -Duncan R., Carrollton Driver with 5 months at Gypsum Express

“Be patient and remember when you’re pulling out in front of someone that there is 48 or 53 feet behind you that needs go out into the intersection as well. Everyone out there thinks that they are on the most important mission in the world. They will do anything to pass you, get by you, or pull out in front of you and if they do play the pass-you game, let them go because the further you are away from them the safer it’ll be for everyone. Patience is key.”

“Something else that is important that no one understands, do your pre-trip. You take care of your equipment because your equipment takes care of you.” - Kirk H., Baldwinsville Driver with 18 years at Gypsum Express

Antwon T.’s truck out of Danville, VA

Will V. celebrated his 20 years of service in March! Here he is pictured with Matt M.

Gypsum Express Bulk Division is based out of Baldwinsville, NY.

Q & A with Toni B. - Carrollton Service Manager

In the SpotlightDemotte Driver Robert F. retired from the U.S Army / Army Reserve on February 28th after 29 years of Service. To mark the occasion and show our appreciation for his service, Robert’s Driver Manager Stephanie N. presented him with a card of thanks, signed by his coworkers at the Demotte Terminal and a $50.00 gift card. On behalf of Gypsum Express we would like to congratulate Robert on this accomplishment and thank him for his service to our country.

Robert Initially joined the Army in 1979 as a 13b artillery crewman where he

was stationed at Fort Sill, Oklahoma and Neu-Ulm Germany. Robert went into the Army Reserve in 1987 where he served until his retirement. During that time, he was deployed twice. He served in Iraq in 2004 and later stateside, both in support of operation Iraqi Freedom. Robert has been with Gypsum Express since 2014. The same level of commitment and dedication that made Robert a good soldier for 29 years has made him an excellent employee. He is always willing to help when needed and is one of the “go to” guys at the Demotte Terminal.

Congratulations Robert! Thank you for your service and thank you for being part of the team here at Gypsum Express!

Q. How do you feel about being the new Carrollton Service Manager?

A. Thankful for the opportunity and excited to get started.

Q. What are some things you have planned or hope to achieve in your

position?

A. Building a team with a positive attitude that continually develops their skill set to better address the needs of

our drivers.

Q. What advice would you like to give to drivers and fellow co-workers?

A. Be considerate of your fellow drivers. Take the time to fill out red tags and

VCRs to better help the shops help you.

Q. How long have you been with Gypsum Express and what positions

have you held?

A. I have been here 5 years. I started as the parts manager, moved to

purchasing manager and now I am the Carrollton Service Manager.

Q. What do you love most about Gypsum Express?

A. My co-workers. We’re a team and the best teams find ways to work together to accomplish great things. Everyone has something to share that we can learn from. I will always appreciate

their support for me and my husband through some difficult times.

IN THE SPOTLIGHTMEET VAN: ALIQUIPPA TERMINAL MANAGER

Van has been the terminal manager at Aliquippa for three and a half years and served as a driver manager before that.

Van believes truck drivers are the hardest working and unappreciated people in

today’s society. As a terminal manager, he is motivated by doing the best he can for

his drivers by getting them home safely for the weekends and by helping them make

an honest living. He is amazed by the sacrifices these drivers make to support their families. He appreciates everything the drivers do for him and the company

as well.

Van started his career in trucking after going to Kent State University when he was 18 as a part time admin person for

JJ Nulfco Trucking as an assistant for the Safety Manager and eventually became

head of safety and recruiting. After JJ Nulfco Trucking partnered with Dart

Trucking Company, he continued on to be the Recruiting and Safety Manager. He

spent 7 years at PGT before being hired on at Gypsum Express. Van has been in

the trucking industry for 20 years. He tries to be committed to everything he does in

life. He feels as if he has learned a lot in this time, but also has a lot more he wants

to learn and accomplish.

MEET THE DRIVER:Terry D., Georgetown Driver TrainerQ. How long have you been with Gypsum? A. 4 years.Q. How much experience do you have as a truck driver? A. 4.5 years.Q. What’s the coolest thing about your job? Lack of micromanaging and being a Driver-Trainer.Q. Tell us about your family... A. I have a wife of 16 years that is amazing, 2 children, one is in college and the other is working, both of them are great kids.Q. What do you do on your weekends home? A. Race RC Cars

Eric W., Savannah DriverQ. How long have you been with Gypsum? A. 4 years.Q. How much experience do you have as a truck driver? A. 25 years.Q. What’s the coolest thing about your job? A. Seeing the scenery and change of seasons.Q. Tell us about your family... A. I have daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Q. What do you do on your weekends home? A. Wood carving and sleep! (Pictured: Santa Clause coming out of a chimney!)

Wood carving of Santa

GYPSUM EXPRESS MOBILE APP

The app for drivers is now available on Android or iPhone.

Driver mobile app instructions are found at www.gypsumexpress.com under the

employee access menu. Feel free to contact your driver manager if you have any questions regarding the driver app.

-Send and receive messages-See your dispatch assignments

-Submit paperwork-See payroll history

Gypsum Express owner, John Wight, continues to look for new ways to grow and improve our team. We are excited to announce that we

will be adding these 2019 Freightliner Cascadias to our fleet.

OUR

DRIVERS

MAKE THE

DIFFERENCE