Is Lumping a Scam
What really grinds my gears is when people think lumping (Lumpers) are a scam, I will tell you why they are not a scam.
Truckers should Know the Truth about Lumpers
Lumping refers to the act of hiring a third party to unload freight from containers. Warehouses opt for lumper services as it cuts their expenses on staff and labor significantly, resulting in cost savings in millions annually. However, there is a common misunderstanding that the truck driver bears the cost of the lumper fee. The reality is, the fee is included in the agreement between the shipper and receiver. If the trucker is expected to pay for the fee, it would have been clearly stated in the contract, avoiding any unexpected charges.
FAQ
Below we answer the most commonly asked questions by truckers about lumpers and lumping services.
Is it common for the lumpers performing the lumping service to not declare their income to the CRA or IRS?
No, Lumping companies are run like any other staffing agency so taxes are deducted and reported to the relevant agencies.
Are Lumper Services Legal?
Yes, Lumper services are legal and part of the supply chain labor force. Lumper services allow warehouses to save money on payroll costs and reduce their on employee injury numbers.
Why is lumping considered a scam?
Lumping is considered a scam because of mis-information on the internet. In reality lumping services play a huge role in the supply chain and are able to save warehouses and distribution centers a lot of money on payroll costs.
How can truckers protect them selves from paying lumper fees?
As soon as truck driver starts working with a trucking company, they need to make sure that the contractual agreement states and sets out how and who lumper service fees will be paid by.
Can you negotiate Lumper Fees?
Lumper fees are already established with the receiving company and cannot be negotiated in most cases.
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