Trucking jobs are at their all time high as the trucking industry struggles to keep above a slow down in the economy by either merging with other trucking companies, or shutting down divisions that seem less cost effective. But where does that leave the truck driver? The owner operator? Many are turning to alternatives until the trucking industry picks up again, while others are going to the web and the magazines in search of someone hiring. Even during slow times like these, the industry in seeing more and more new drivers fresh out of truck school.
That is where EveryTruckJob.com can help. Search our database
of trucking companies by position or state to find those currently
hiring.
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Truck Driving Schools
If you're new to the trucking industry, the first thing you're
going to want to do is get your CDL License ( commercial driving
license ). The test involves both a written and a driving exam.
First thing you will need to do to become a truck driver is to head
down to your local state trooper or driving center. There you will
be able to pick up the booklet for the written test to review the
questions and procedures used in trucking. The written test costs
anywhere from $5-15 depending on where your live. Once you are
done you will either take your test through a driving school or an
employer ( more than likely a driving school). Then you will bring
the results of your driving test to the state center. You are now
a truck driver.
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Trucking Owner Operators
Owner Operators are independent trucking contractors who usually own their own truck and lease out to larger companies, or broker there own loads. Most trucking owner operators also have years of experience under their belt, so it is unlikely you're going to go straight from truck school to owner operator overnight.
EveryTruckJob.com does currently list quite a few companies
hiring on owner operators. Also our specialized job board allows
some companies to post loads that are in need of being hauled.
Currently, only 15 companies are looking for OO but the number is
growing daily.
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Trucking / Automotive Mechanics
Trucking mechanics are becoming more and more
in demand, as the transportation industry works to keep the trucks
they have to keep cost down. The mechanic is becoming more and
more in short supply. If you're a mechanic than you are a hot
item. Browse through the 340 companies that are looking for
mechanics now.
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Trucking / General Dispatchers
Trucking dispatchers have the job of making
sure everything goes where it needs to be. If you are experienced
in the industry, then the need for you is high. Truck driver jobs
are in demand, but it is ultimately the dispatcher that gets them
there. Not only is the trucking industry looking for Dispatchers,
the medical industry has been flooding us with requests for
experienced Dispatchers as well. Take a look at who is hiring in
your area.
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