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My Truck Driving Jobs Blog

Mark Kinsel Driver SolutionsMy name is Mark Kinsel and I'm the President at Driver Solutions.  I've been with the company for over 19 years.  During this time, I've spent a great deal of my efforts managing our relationships with truck driving companies to make sure we're able to offer the best entry level truck driver job opportunities to our applicants.  While the transportation industry has changed a lot over the years, there has always been a need for well-trained truck drivers. 

At Driver Solutions, we've been able to help over 20,000 students get the training they need to start trucking careers and fill some of these positions.  I hope to use this blog to help you find more information on the trucking job opportunities that are available and how you can successfully get started in the industry. Follow Mark Kinsel on Google+

 


Beyond the Driver's Seat: 3 Trucking Jobs After Your First Year

Monday, May 14, 2012 by

Whether you’re an inexperienced or a seasoned truck driver, you may be curious about the other trucking jobs available to you after you gain some experience. Perhaps you want to remain in the transportation industry, but are looking for a change of pace from the over the road driving you’ve grown so accustomed to. Well, it’s important to note that you don’t have to leave the industry if you’re interested in a job change! There are many opportunities for advancement, but the key is getting...

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2 Reasons Not to Miss Out On Company Sponsored CDL Training

Wednesday, May 9, 2012 by

With all the possible CDL training options, it can be difficult to make a decision on which program is right for you. Starting a new career is a big deal and you want to make sure you're comfortable with everything so you can focus on the task at hand - getting your CDL and becoming a professional truck driver.

Driver Solutions has been able to help over 20,000 people get a new career started and most of these people choose our company sponsored CDL training program.  Today, we're going to take...

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4 Ways To Fail Your First Truck Driving Job

Tuesday, May 1, 2012 by

For the vast majority of people, beginning a new job is nerve-wracking, and rightfully so. Being thrown into a brand new career full of unknowns can be scary, and it’s easy to second guess yourself by becoming consumed by “could've/would've/should've" thoughts.

Could’ve attended a different school.
Would’ve gotten a more localized route.
Should’ve taken a job with a higher paying company.

Eventually, these thoughts begin to wear on you, and as a result, you start questioning yourself, your...

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USA Truck - Future Looks Better, Customer Service Is Key

Tuesday, February 7, 2012 by
USA Truck LogoUSA Truck president & CEO, Cliff Beckham, recently addressed freight market conditions in a phone message to his drivers. He outlined the soft freight market in January, traditionally the softest month of shipping freight in the trucking industry. Mr. Beckham, however, reassured his drivers that new freight customers are coming on line, and he expects the company to rebound and be in a stronger position in the months ahead.

In addition to freight picking up, he noted that customer service is a...Read More » »