KAMIDA

KAMIDA, a Lithuanian trucking company, presents divided driver experiences depending on tenure and adaptation. Long-term employees (3-4+ years) report stable work and substantial earnings exceeding 2000 EUR monthly after initial adjustment, with recent rate improvements to 80 EUR plus bonuses. However, this company is highly challenging for newcomers. Initial wages are minimal (35-40 EUR for inexperienced drivers), and entry costs are significant: 600 EUR training fee, 60 EUR equipment charges, and controversial 3000 EUR material purchases before initial departure. Payment practices raise concerns—new drivers receive only 25% of earnings upon return, with remainder withheld, and accounting errors are frequently reported. Management culture is consistently criticized as dismissive and harsh, treating drivers poorly according to multiple reviews. Employee turnover appears severe, with constant departures noted. International routes like Italy are underpaid (0.05 EUR per wheel according to driver feedback). Most troubling are allegations of exploitative practices: drivers report debt collector calls following resignation, suggesting potentially fraudulent charges. While experienced drivers familiar with harsh management may find sustainable income, the company's labor practices and high turnover suggest systemic issues with worker treatment and contract transparency.