The United States Postal Service has a big job to do. According to the USPS website, it moves 423.5 million pieces of mail every day. This is accomplished with a workforce of over 500,000 employees and the use of postal contractors. History of Postal Contractors Contractors are not new to…
There are a lot of requirements for becoming a truck driver. These range from various legal requirements and regulations from the Department of Transportation (DOT), to specific requirements that companies set for hiring truck drivers. One such type of requirement is medical. Truck driving is a profession that requires a…
Seasonal truck driving jobs can be a great way to pick up some extra cash during the busy fall and winter months. At a time when everyone is shopping for the holidays, the demand is higher than ever for shipping and delivery of all kinds — and the nation depends…
There aren’t many professions that you are able to enter without at least some training. For some, this is just a day or two on the job learning the ins and outs, but when it comes to transportation — and specifically, operating large commercial vehicles — there are matters of…
In order to drive commercial vehicles such as trucks, you must first get your license. However, if you want to operate certain types of specialty vehicles, you may need additional CDL endorsements. Whether you want to work in a specific field of driving, or you are simply looking to expand…
CDL training is an important part of both becoming a truck driver and progressing professionally as a truck driver. Whether you are looking to become a truck driver, or looking to further your training or add endorsements, here is all the information you need. What is CDL training? In order…
Interviews can be intimidating situations, even for the most confident people. That’s why, whenever you find yourself interviewing for a new job, proper preparation is everything. So, to help get you ready for your next job interview, here is a quick guide to everything you need to do to prepare…
The trucking industry is one that is often misunderstood from an outsiders’ perspective. On the surface, many people mistakenly believe that all truckers need is the ability to operate a vehicle and sit for long periods of time. However, as any truck driver would tell you, there is a whole…