Just a few decades ago, if you said the word “trucker,” everyone in the room assumed you were talking about a man. Today, though, society has changed quite a bit; it’s not unusual for men to be doing jobs women traditionally did, and vice versa. What’s more, in the year 2020, as we start a… Read more »
Israel Hernandez was a garbage truck driver up north, but wanted to get out of the cold, snowy winters so he moved to the south recently. While down south, he trained to be a long haul truck driver whereas he’d travel the southern states delivering various loads. So far, so good– he has been to… Read more »
It’s vital for truck drivers to get more than enough sleep while they’re out on the road. Studies have shown about 30 percent of fatal truck accidents take place as a direct result of fatigue. Falling asleep in the sleeper cab of your truck can be challenging, though. Let’s take a look at some of… Read more »
How do you find the right truck driver placement agency? There are several things to consider… Employee Status First, there’s employee status. It’s better to be an employee than an independent contractor. When you’re an employee, the employer takes care of your salary, benefits, workers’ compensation and more. Pay and Benefits Next, how about benefits?… Read more »
Truck drivers have a lot of responsibilities. Our country wouldn’t run without them– they’re the men and women who transport materials and goods, making our economy run as well as it does. Three keywords associated with truckers include manufacturing, distribution and retail. Without trucks, our stores wouldn’t have stuff in them for you to buy… Read more »
Before heading out on the road, truck drivers should always make sure that they’re well rested. They should be focused and alert from the moment they step on the gas. They should also inspect their truck to make sure it’s ready to hit the highway. Here are some of the things truck drivers should always… Read more »
Have you visited a truck stop lately? If you visit the typical gas station/convenience store, you’re bombarded with salty, sugary snack foods and drinks. You could easily eat nothing but junk food if you wanted to– potato chips, cookies, pastries, Coke/Pepsi, etc. So, how can truck drivers eat healthy on the road? Lean Meats If… Read more »
What is your first year as a truck driver like? It’s hard. You have to adjust to a trucking lifestyle, the truck you drive, routes you take, people you meet, and, of course, develop the skills of driving a truck, even though you’ve had some training and passed some tests. First year Challenges Some of… Read more »