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Often trucking
recruiters hear the horror stories from applicants when gathering their past employment
history. “I wasn’t paid what they promised or my route was changed” is commonly heard while companies are screening for qualified applicants. Those of
you who have years’ worth of experience in the transportation industry understand
nothing ever works out perfectly. Despite some of the downfalls with working in
transportation, below are few tips for Drivers. Especially those looking for
driving positions in today’s competitive market.
What’s true
and not true?
Recruiters
are hired to screen applications and find drivers who meet company hiring policies.
Trucking Company’s disqualifications vary but the majority of midsize to larger
ones typically follow the same guidelines. For example you have a recent DUI
and/or a suspended license and a recruiter say you are qualified? Best advice
is to change career fields for a while and excuses are like tires on a semi, it’s
full of them. Shifting towards the
subject of pay, what’s a realistic figure? According the Bureau of Labor Statistics,
the average yearly income of a heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver is
$43,660 annually. At Florilli our OTR drivers on average make anywhere from
$38,000 to $65,000 annually and depending on the driver's performance. Researching your
job market is your responsibility and helps separates facts from fiction. Lastly
when considering your next employer, make sure you are comfortable with equipment
they are currently operating with. Whether it is Peterbilt verses International or
APU’s verses nothing. Asking your recruiter these types of questions reduces
the chances of you wasting your time. Isn’t your time worth something, why waste
it?
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us on Facebook, look for our next 3 part posting, ‘The Internet, fact or fiction’ and
as always we appreciate all of our viewers and drivers.
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