KAMIDA exhibits a stark divide between experienced and new drivers. Experienced drivers who stay 3-5+ years report earning competitive wages (2000+ euros monthly), with recent improvements to base rates (80+ euros). However, the onboarding experience is exploitative: new drivers earn 35-40 euros for initial periods while paying mandatory fees (600 euros training, 3000 euros documentation, 60 euros equipment). Payment systems are unreliable, with drivers reporting frequent accounting errors and partial payment withholding. Management practices are concerning—drivers describe disrespectful treatment, coercive tactics forcing safety rule violations, and manipulative resignation procedures involving post-termination collector calls. Successful employment appears conditional on accepting poor initial treatment and avoiding performance issues. Those with low expectations and thick skin report satisfaction, but systemic issues with payment integrity and labor practices warrant caution.
Pros
Competitive wages for experienced drivers (2000+ euros monthly)
Recent salary improvements (80+ euros base rate)
Long-term employment possible for compliant drivers (3-5+ years)
Some supportive individual managers available
Cons
Extremely low starting wages (35-40 euros) with high driver turnover
Lithuania
