If you’re looking for a job Material Handling doesn’t come to mind for most people. But what if I told you it might end up being your dream job? If your looking for a job that keeps you active, has flexible and dependable hours, and is crucial for getting the…
Consider how the mail moves, and how packages are shipped from one place to another. It is easy to believe that your Christmas orders moved from a warehouse to a truck, to a plane, to another truck, then to a smaller van, and straight to your door. However, there are…
The purpose of Veterans Day is to celebrate America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Matheson is proud to work with a number of veterans across the United States. This Veterans Day, we are spotlighting two such men. Read…
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…
As a Class A CDL driver driving a tractor-trailer, there is a lot to think about while out on the open road. Pre-Trip The last thing you need to be worried about is vehicle maintenance issues, which are a leading cause of accidents. At Matheson, our main goal is…
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is the main federal government agency responsible for creating regulations for buses and commercial vehicle companies to reduce crashes, injuries, and deaths on the road involving large vehicles. Regulations One of the ways the FMCSA keeps the highways safe is by implementing…
It’s a Way of Life Truck driving is known as a lonely job. Though it is made less lonely when a driver travels with a partner. This is known as “team driving” and for some over-the-road drivers, it makes all the difference. Often, team drivers become friends outside of work,…
A 24-hour control center makes a huge difference in the world of trucking. Matheson boasts an internal control center known as the Matheson Control Center or the MCC. We are happy to introduce you to this all-important department. What makes the Matheson Control Center different from other trucking companies? …