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12 months ago
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"Working for this company felt like aging 100 years. I've been driving for over 10 years, and I've never experienced such deception. Avoid the contract; they lure you with high rates but the reality is around $60. The equipment is as described by others – it's clearly very basic. They make it impossible to get home, and it feels like they're taking advantage of drivers. I don't want to jump between companies either."

Permanent · Regional routes · Apr 2024 — Jun 2025
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.67
Excellent
about 2 years ago
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"I've been working here for 2 years. There are pros and cons, but overall I'm satisfied. I haven't had any unfair deductions. If you do a good job, everything is fine. Management is always accommodating and the staff are friendly."

Permanent · International routes · May 2022 — May 2024
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Very Poor
about 2 years ago
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"This company is terrible. They offer two cooperation options: a contract with a salary of 9000 if you work hard, and a B2B contract with a daily rate of 100 euros, but only 50 euros if you're parked. There's a black market deduction for uneconomical driving. They expect you to drive 14,000 kilometers per month and pay taxes on a 11,000 zloty salary. No vacations or sick leave are provided. The base hotel is a mess, and you have to beg to stay there. Drivers are treated worse than animals, and if something goes wrong, the driver is always to blame. Getting a bonus for training new drivers requires being in the top eco drivers for three months. Communication is impossible, and nobody cares. Asking why your salary is lower than expected is met with confidentiality. Just because there's no night driving doesn't mean you won't drive at night without additional pay. Pallet replacement is becoming more common. The cargo is like garbage, full of pests, wood, and fresh hides from the slaughterh"

Agency · International routes · May 2023 — May 2024
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Very Poor
about 2 years ago
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"This company is best suited for experienced drivers. Issues include unprofessional dispatchers, chaotic loading/unloading, hauling of any cargo that fits, and vehicles in poor condition. Obtaining vacation, sick leave, and repatriation benefits in Poland can be problematic. Despite these challenges, the company promotes itself as friendly and rapidly growing."

Permanent · International routes · Sep 2023 — May 2024
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Very Poor
about 3 years ago
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"The company's mechanics and reception staff were unprofessional and dismissive, creating a negative impression. The driver felt undervalued and does not recommend working there."

Permanent · International routes · May 2021 — May 2023
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 2.28
Poor
about 3 years ago
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"The company is decent, offering work in Poland while waiting for paperwork. Expect daily loading and unloading. Pay in Poland is around 8,000 zΕ‚oty. European pay varies depending on how often you return to Poland and the base, as rates are lower there. The base, once a nice hotel, has deteriorated into a place with excessive drinking and fighting. Some drivers have left due to the behavior of colleagues. The company seems to tolerate this group. Breathalyzer checks are easily bypassed. Pros include newer trucks and work availability. Cons include below-average pay, unpredictable routes, customer issues passed to drivers, unclear vehicle assignment, and frequent truck changes."

Permanent · International routes · Jul 2021 — May 2023
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Very Poor
about 3 years ago
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"I tried to get hired with this company in January 2023. During the hiring paperwork process, I discovered many hidden fees that drivers shouldn't be responsible for. The company presents it in a way that drivers agree to pay these fees, which are then deducted from their salary. Even after discussing this with management, nothing changed. I left. Protect your time and effort; always read the fine print."

Permanent · International routes · Jan 2022 — May 2023
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Average
about 4 years ago
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"I worked at KOIMEX and recently left. While many might expect a negative review, I want to share my experience, which might be helpful to others. The trucks are practically new, and the company processes documents quickly (invitations, driver's certificates, code 95, etc.). Payment was always on time; I worked there for a couple of months and didn't experience any delays."

Permanent · International routes · Dec 2020 — May 2022
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Very Poor
about 4 years ago
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"The company is now being deceitful. They force drivers to work two 24-hour shifts back-to-back, then send them to Świebodzin, Poland, where they wait for planned 45-hour rest periods, which take three days. They falsely claim drivers are on leave. Vehicles are sometimes reassigned to colleagues, leaving the driver stranded for a week. Job assignments suddenly disappear. The company tracks driver hours and penalizes lateness. Many drivers are leaving due to non-payment or unfair compensation in Poland. They now offer a 150 euro bonus for referrals, indicating a focus on rapid turnover."

Permanent · International routes · Nov 2021 — May 2022
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Very Poor
about 4 years ago
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"Based on reviews from Vitaliy and Arkadiy, and my own experience, Koimex's practices are concerning. The company withholds the final month's salary upon termination, claiming it requires signing a delegation document at the end of the month. This can necessitate travel to Poland to sign paperwork before payment is released."

Permanent · International routes · Jan 2021 — May 2022
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Very Poor
about 4 years ago
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"Don't consider working for this company. Promises are only half true. Expect weeks-long waits for training and trucks, with potential delays getting a new vehicle. Communication includes offensive language. They frequently send drivers to bases to avoid paying, offer minimal rates in Poland, and unfairly deduct fuel costs. The attitude is dismissive; inquiries are ignored. The company has declined since a competent manager left."

Permanent · International routes · Oct 2021 — May 2022
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Very Poor
about 4 years ago
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"The company initially presents a positive image with promises and good stories. However, reality differs significantly. Drivers faced a three-week wait for paperwork, were exploited for free labor in Poland, and experienced unexpected deductions for various reasons like loading/unloading, route deviations, and tire pressure checks. Communication with logistics was difficult, and drivers were often treated poorly. They haul waste and furniture, with drivers performing most of the unloading themselves. The mechanic is often unreliable, and drivers should expect only 45-50 days out of the month, despite promises."

Agency · International routes · May 2021 — May 2022
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Good
about 4 years ago
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"The description is 95% accurate."

Permanent · International routes · Sep 2021 — May 2022
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about 4 years ago
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"When I started, things were good and the company had a good reputation. Now, it's a different story. New recruits ask me about the work and pay, and I tell them to check online reviews. Many haven't even heard of them and look disheartened. I advise them to read the reviews before it's too late and to consider leaving. Things were normal when I joined, but now I'm looking for a new company."

Permanent · Regional routes · Sep 2021 — May 2022
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about 4 years ago
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"The main issue is the mechanics, especially those from Kharkiv with a law enforcement background."

Permanent · International routes · Sep 2020 — May 2022
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Very Poor
about 5 years ago
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"There are no reviews for this company yet."

Permanent · International routes · Oct 2019 — May 2021
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about 5 years ago
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"Expenses for fuel are deducted significantly, ranging from 50 to 400 liters. Routes in France are restricted, with drivers provided a list of prohibited roads and facing strict fines. Trucks are typically assigned to experienced drivers; replacement drivers use them during vacations, potentially leading to delays in receiving a new truck and unpaid waiting time. Pay varies widely, from $1500 to $1900, depending on deductions. Work in Poland pays 75 zΕ‚oty per day, with 4-6 days per month. Earnings are based on mileage, requiring drivers to exceed standard quotas. The work involves hauling waste, which is problematic. There's an initial 1000 zΕ‚oty deduction for training, and the original Code 95 certificate is retained by the company, with drivers receiving a stamped copy."

Permanent · International routes · May 2020 — May 2021