Truck Driver's Career Guide Chapter 7

Choosing the Right Trucking Company: Tips & Advice

Learn the most important things to consider when choosing a trucking company. Get tips on how to apply, what to ask recruiters, and career advancement. Understand the differences between large and small companies, and the best way to apply for trucking jobs. Discover how to choose the right company to work for, and the potential career advancement opportunities for truck drivers.

Choosing the Right Trucking Company

This page provides an overview of what to consider when choosing a trucking company, including types of freight, home time, and driver lifestyle. Learn the differences between dry van, refrigerated, tanker, and flatbed carriers, and how to get insider information from current drivers and mechanics.

Evaluating Truck Driver Pay & Benefits

Examine ways to evaluate truck driver pay and benefits, from sign-on bonuses to home time to per diem pay. Learn the average salary for a truck driver and find out what trucking companies offer the best pay and benefits.

Questions to Ask Company Recruiters

Learn the most important questions to ask company recruiters before committing to a trucking job. Understand what recruiters do and how to contact them. Get tips on how to get the information you need and make the right decision. Find out why it's important to get promises in writing and how to get a feel for a company through the recruiter.

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