The differences between short and long haul trucking make them very different career choices. Some key differences are present between the two varieties of trucking. These include pay, travel distance, career outlook, and time commitment. These important differences make it easier for new truck drivers to differentiate between the two career options. Pay Although money …
Month: July 2016
Generations Working Together: The Pros and Cons
With many workers continuing their careers past the age at which they are eligible for retirement, many different generations are beginning to intermingle in the workplace. As the older generations stay on the job longer they increasingly come into contact with younger generation workers who are just setting out on the journeys of their careers. …
Retain Drivers: A Few Tips
This article will provide a few tips which could help retain drivers. Unfortunately, carrier companies within the trucking industry experience a fairly high turnover amongst their drivers. Often times truck drivers change carrier companies because they are unhappy with compensation or equipment. These are a few tips that could help reduce the turnover in your company …
Green Movement in Trucking
The trucking industry has made huge progress in becoming green, but it still isn’t perfect. Heavy duty vehicles are the fastest growing source of Green House Gas emissions. This fact among others is what has raised the question what is the trucking industry going to do to reduce emissions? What Has Already Been Done? In …
Apps for Truckers: New Efficiency
The trucking industry is being made more efficient with the arrival of new apps on the market. This new line of apps is working to eliminate wasted trips for truckers, as well as other problems holding the industry back. The main aspect of the industry being reformed by these new apps is the process by …
Advice For The Job Seeker
There are a few things every job seeker should know. These tips for job seekers are meant to be easy steps towards becoming more appealing to potential employers. The job search can be very competitive and every detail can make a difference. We hope this article points you in the right direction and reminds you …
Lifting Safely on the Job
Lifting safely is a very important skill to master when working with moderate to heavy items on the job. This article is meant to give some advice on how to prevent lifting related injuries. The best way to avoid injury from lifting is to follow all safety instructions, know your limits, read instructions, and ask …
Staffing Agency: The Solution
Employers are faced with numerous problems regarding the hiring process that are eliminated by working with a staffing agency. These problems can include high turnover, under staffing, long term employee benefits, and payroll. By taking these problems out of the hands of employers, staffing agencies have proven their worth and become integral to the economy. The …