Every job comes with its own health risks, whether you’re working behind a desk or out in the open field. Truck driving is a bit unique in that it’s a job that takes place outside of the office, yet you spend much of it in a sitting position. It’s very
With the growing need for more truck drivers and the number of quality truck driving jobs available, now is a great time to join the profession. Before you start down the path of becoming a trucker, however, it’s important to understand the qualifications. Below, we’ve written out the general requirements for truck drivers. You should also know that
As a truck driver, the last thing you want to do is get into an accident. If you hit another vehicle, especially a smaller car, the aftermath can be very serious. While you can make sure you follow all of the rules of the road, you can’t guarantee that other drivers will. That’s why it’s very important for
As we head into a new decade, the shortage of available truck drivers continues to grow. The industry is currently in need of more than 60,000 drivers. Analysts estimate that this number could grow to 100,000 by 2023. Most trucking companies are scrambling to entice new drivers with better pay, proper benefits, performance bonuses,
It’s important for everyone to keep a healthy sleep schedule, especially truckers. Regular sleep results in better sleep, which in turn makes you more alert, focused, and reactive. But for truck drivers, keeping a regular sleep schedule isn’t always a possibility. Sometimes, you need to get sleep when you can, and often, that’s
A new decade is upon us as we head into the year 2020. While every year comes with new goals, dreams, and resolutions, this year feels particularly special. Even if you’re not the type of person who normally makes resolutions, you may be wondering what you can do to not only improve your
While the majority of people will work at some point during the week of Christmas, many people expect to get the actual day off. There are, however, certain jobs that simply can’t stop, even for the most celebrated holiday in the country. One of those jobs is truck driving. The truth
With 60,000 spots to fill in the trucking industry, there are a lot of opportunities to be had for new and old drivers alike. Whether you’re just getting started, or you’ve been driving for years, you want the best trucking job available. A better trucking job doesn’t just mean higher pay, but it should come
When you’re a parent, it’s hard to have a job that takes you away from home. After all, parenting is essentially a 24/7 job. If you’re not around, it can be hard to fulfill your role. But for many, part of being a parent is providing for their family. Truck
In addition to an overall shortage in drivers, many trucking companies deal with high turnover rates. Sometimes, their drivers leave the industry completely. Other times, they simply switch to another company. Why do they switch? Generally, it’s due to a lack of satisfaction in their current job. Only about 50% of drivers are satisfied with their jobs. By