Do you ever dream about quitting your job and hitting the open road? What if the open road was your job? If you begin a career as a truck driver, you could make this fantasy a reality! Plus, leaving your old job in the dust isn’t the only advantage offered by this career path. There are numerous …
As an operator, deciding which trucking company you want to work with is an important step in your career. You need to find a company that will provide the resources and support that you need to be successful for many years to come. So, how should you get started? Learn how to compare trucking companies, …
It’s no secret that truck drivers are in high demand. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts there will be some 260,000 openings every year over the next decade for drivers who are ready to get behind the wheels of tractor-trailer and heavy trucks. Becoming a truck driver creates countless opportunities. Some thrive happily as company …
Although many drivers enjoy the solitude of their days on the road, you may eventually find yourself craving a little companionship. At BLC Transportation, we’re happy to offer our drivers a pet-friendly pet policy. We understand that bringing a pet along for the ride can provide invaluable benefits including reduced stress, mood boosts, someone to …
When you’re learning the ins and outs of driving trucks for a living, there’s a lot of jargon you need to keep straight. Understanding the terminology is vital to building the career you want behind the wheel. Line haul vs. long haul: what do these terms mean, and how can they help you determine what …
The reports from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Pre-employment Screening Program (PSP) can have a major impact on your ability to secure or maintain employment. As a professional driver, understanding what your PSP driver report reveals is essential. How can you find out?
The freedom of the open road is often cited as part of the appeal of a career in truck driving. What if you could have the freedom of being your own boss too? To do so, you would need to own your own truck, and big trucks are major investments. So, you might wonder, how …
In November 2010, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) launched the Compliance, Safety, and Accountability (CSA) Program. Designed to remind carriers and drivers of their responsibility to share the road safely, the FMCSA’s program assigns each carrier a score that’s updated monthly so that they can keep track of how well they’re doing when …
Do you crave the freedom of the open road? Would you like to travel around the country and explore new places? Are you looking for a job that provides both independence and stability? You might want to explore hopping behind the wheel and forging a new career path as a truck driver. Scroll down to …
