Ashley Coker Prince
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
5 best practices for hiring inexperienced drivers
With brand new drivers, carriers have the advantage of training them from the ground up.
With brand new drivers, carriers have the advantage of training them from the ground up.
Roadmaster Drivers School President Brad Ball joins Taking the Hire Road to discuss the importance of bringing new drivers to the industry.
Driving a big rig isn’t a vacation, nor is it as flexible as one would expect — there’s a job to do.
No amount of technology can take the place of a warm, inviting work atmosphere.
Teamsters and YRC Worldwide agree to implement $7,500 hiring bonuses to new drivers. YRC will select the regions for the new bonus pay but the local unions have the autonomy to decline them.
Drivers should closely watch the market and adapt to the freight in high demand.