USA Truck Driving Jobs

You know what we mean - wake up, get ready for work, drive the same route each day, do the same job (such as operating a  forklift) over and over with seemingly no signs of progress or change.

Steven was in a similar spot before he decided to go after a truck driver job.  In fact, Steven went to another truck driving school prior to finding Driver Solutions.  He soon found out that a school with credit checks and loans was not the best option for him.  Driver Solutions, on the other hand, was able to find a company to sponsor his training (USA Truck) which meant no upfront tuition money and no credit checks. 

Not only was the ability to travel the country appealing to Steven, he also wanted to provide a better living for his family.  With a wife and 2 kids there were some upcoming expenses (such as dance school) he was going to have to take on and the first year potential salary that comes along with a truck driver job was encouraging.

We were able to catch up with Steven while he was waiting on this USA Truck Driver Trainer to pick him up.  Watch the video above for more from Steven! 

Considering A Truck Driving Job?
Are you ready to make a change?  If you like the idea of seeing the open road and getting paid to do it, go ahead and complete our secure online application to schedule a time to speak with a Driver Agent about your training and job options in the trucking industry. 

Finding a truck driving job isn't easy if you lack the experience necessary for trucking companies to consider you a safe driver. 

So, now we're back to the age old question - if you don't have any experience, how do you meet the qualifications to find the job?

Luckily, there are trucking companies that train inexperienced drivers...and Driver Solutions has partnered with two of these companies that offer some of the best entry level trucking jobs available in today's market.

PAM Transport and USA Truck both offer over the road trucking job opportunities for students that complete the Driver Solutions CDL training program.  This basically means that these companies are willing to cover the upfront tuition costs for you to get the training and basic experience needed to prove to them that you are a qualified CDL driver.  
Once you've completed the training, you'll be qualified for a trucking job opportunity with one of these companies.  For many students we talk with each and every day, this is the best option available for them to get the experience needed to enter the trucking industry. 

So how do you get started?

It's super easy.  Just complete our secure online application.  This does not commit you to anything and will allow you to schedule a time to speak with a Driver Agent who will answer any questions you have about entering the trucking industry. 

For more information, check out these related links:

• Where to Find Trucking Companies with CDL Training
• Find Companies Offering Trucking Jobs with No Experience Needed
• Looking for CDL Trucking Jobs with No Experience?

Driving trucks is something I always wanted to do. When I was a kid, I used to help my dad out on the farm an be at awe over the big trucks. Its was from then on I have always been fasinated by them.

When I was 12 yrs old, my dad passed away from a job accident and I was devistated. After I had gotten married I was laid off from a furniture retailer after being with that company for ten years. My wonderful wife told me 'You always talk about it, do it baby'. So I made the call to Drivers Solutions an went to trucking school in indianapolis, IN. A year has passed an I still enjoy every bit of my career, I'm with USA Truck and I'm about to enter there Driver Trainer program. Dreams do come true and if my dad was here, he would be so proud of my accomplishment.

Your Name: Timothy Seay
Truck Driver: Timothy Seay

If you are thinking about starting a trucking career, it’s vital that you have the right tools to help you learn and find success. The first thing you need to do is look for an effective training program that can teach you the skills and information needed to earn your CDL.

The best CDL training schools should have trainers with several years experience in the trucking industry, and should provide opportunities for students to learn rules and regulations in a classroom as well as get hands on driving experience.

Another great way to learn is from other drivers' experiences. We’ve put together a few quick links to some of the most helpful interviews of students that have gone through the Driver Solutions company-paid CDL training program.

Check out these articles and interviews to get some great tips on what to expect from trucking driving school:

•    Making Friends at Truck Driving School
•    Tips on Passing the Pre-trip Inspection
•    3 Part Interview with a USA Truck Driver
•    Getting a CDL License at Truck Driving School
•    Trucking School – It’s What You Make It

Driver Solutions is devoted to providing drivers with the right tools to start a successful career in the trucking industry. Our hassle-free training program offers an environment that fosters learning, allowing you to get your CDL and find great opportunities for your career.

If you’re ready to jump into the driver’s seat, take a few minutes to complete our online driver application and learn more about your trucking career options.

Truck driving is a career that offers great benefits and high earnings potential, that is if you know where to look for the right kind of jobs and if you have the right qualifications. To start your trucking career, you first have to attend a truck training program, pass your driver's exam and obtain your Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Upon completing these initial steps, you're considered qualified to pursue an entry level trucking job.

Here are some articles about the different career opportunities you can get as a qualified truck driver.

Is a PAM Transport Trucking Career For You?- PAM is one of the leading trucking companies in the country today. Are you qualified to be one of their drivers?

Wanted: 140,000 Truck Drivers For 2011- There are literally thousands of opportunities for you in the trucking industry. There is no better time to start a career in truck driving than right now.

Learn More About USA Truck- Start your career with USA Truck. If you are worried about tuition costs, you can apply for a company-sponsored program and we can help you start your training immediately.

Driver Solutions can help you start a successful career in the trucking industry. Take a few minutes to complete our online driver application and you'll be able to schedule a time to speak with a Driver Agent about your trucking career options. 

Are you looking for a trucking company that has a good compensation package and offers training that will help you improve your skills as a truck driver? There are thousands of driving jobs in the country today. When choosing a company to work for, it's important to get into a company that not only offers high pay and great benefits but also offer career growth opportunities.

USA Trucking is one of the leading trucking companies in the country that is continuously striving for quality service through on-time cargo arrival and efficient business processes. Just recently, they were given the 2010 Dedicated Carrier of the Year Award. This goes to show how serious the company is in assuring their customers that they only get quality service from them. Part of their quality service is proper training for drivers.

Drivers from this company are in demand in the industry because of the valuable training and experience they received. Be one of these drivers by getting into a truck driver training school that is affiliated with this trucking company. You can qualify for the company's driving positions if you graduate from a respectable school recognized by leading companies.

Let Driver Solutions help you get driving jobs from leading companies in the industry. Enroll in our training program today. You can visit us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for more information on our program and company affiliations.

If you're looking to obtain your CDL and find a trucking job with no experience, you may be wondering:

• How do I get started?
• What does the process look like?

Here are 3 posts to help answers these questions:

• Are You Trying to Find Trucking Jobs with No Experience?
• How to Pay for Truck Driving School
• Getting a CDL License at Trucking School

The key to starting a trucking career is to secure an entry level trucking job and build your experience over the first year behind the wheel.  Once you've proven yourself in the industry, you'll improve your chances to advance or move on to something new within trucking. 

It's not uncommon for us to talk with a CDL training grad that's advanced to a Driver Trainer position with a company like USA Truck or PAM Transport in a year or less.  It's also not uncommon to talk with a graduate that has put in a year of over-the-road driving and moved on to a local trucking job with more home time. 

If you would like to start the process of finding a trucking job with no experience, complete our online application today.  This will allow you to schedule a time to speak with a Driver Agent about your trucking career options. 

Today, we have a guest blog post from Marsh Carroll.  Driver Solutions intitially connected with Marsh via a tweet about texting while driving.  Marsh was kind enough to send us a link to his new hit music video - Won't Start Texting. 

We checked out the video and decided we had to share this on our blog.  Marsh was able to connect with us via the Driver Solutions Facebook page to make this is a possibility.

Texting while driving is a serious issue that's definitely been a hot topic lately.  While not something to joke around about, Marsh does a great job of putting together a "fun" approach to a very serious topic.  Enjoy!

Below is the guest blog post from Marsh about his new texting while driving video (featured above).

Won’t Start Texting – A New Music Video About Distracted Driving.

Howdy!  My name is Marsh Carroll and I am a high school science teacher in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. I am also the safety officer so I train my co-workers annually about the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).  This past year, to spice up the training, I composed a folk song called “The WHMIS Warble”. It became a YouTube sensation. A USA Today reporter saw it and asked me to make an American version – The OSHA “HAZCOM Song” was born. The HAZCOM Song became a huge YouTube hit. (As the trucking industry knows, HAZCOM is an important component in the transportation of dangerous goods.)

ZoomSafer, a company dedicated to reducing the level of distracted driving,  enjoyed that song so much that it asked me to make a music video about the dangers of distracted driving, specifically texting while driving . “Won’t Start Texting” was the result.

Won’t Start Texting tells the story of a trucker who has to transport 400 chickens and a pig from East to West.  There are distractions along the way but he makes sure to live by the chorus:

“Won’t Start Texting / Resisting That Temptation / Eyes on the Road / To My Destination”

I hope you enjoy the video and remember, texting and driving do not mix in any country.
Thank you.

For links to all my songs and more about me, visit www.marshcarroll.com.

Many people who are looking for better income opportunities have considered getting into the trucking industry. As a truck driver, you can earn as much as $40,000 in the first year.  And it gets even better as you gain more experience and continue to advance within the company to positions such as a driver trainer.  The setback, however, in planning to start a career in truck driving is the training cost.

A couple of weeks to a month's worth of training can cost you several thousands of dollars.  For many people, coming up with $4,000.00 - $7,000.00 isn't an option.  So, what do you do if you don't have the resources to pay for your training fee?  Do you just pass up on this great career opportunity?

If you are serious about becoming a truck driver, you can look for trucking companies that offer CDL training. Because of the demand for qualified drivers, trucking companies like USA Trucking are now able to sponsor drivers who have what it takes to be part of their growing team of drivers. With a company-sponsored program, you are able to train with no upfront tuition costs.  You are even pre-qualified for a trucking job opportunity prior to training. 

Get your training from Driver Solutions and we'll help you qualify for a company-sponsored program.  Take the first step right now by using the Apply Now button to complete your online application. 

John Henries came through the Driver Solutions training program in August of 2010.  He’s kept in contact with us via our Facebook page and we recently had the opportunity to do a phone interview so we could catch up.  Over the next 4 days, we will be posting this interview series, so be sure to check back.

Now, let's get started with part 1...


Q: Why did you decide to become a truck driver?

A: I am 45 from West Virginia.   I was working in Telemarketing and the hours were really going down.  It got to the point to where I was wondering if I was even going to have a job.  At that point for me, it was either work in the coal mines, on a river boat or truck driving.  I’ve always wanted to do it (drive trucks) and a lot of people in my family have worked in the trucking industry.  I wanted to take advantage of the timing, so I went to Driver Solutions.


Q: Why Driver Solutions?

A: My cousin went through the Driver Solutions program about 10 or so years ago and drove for PAM Transport.  He told me about it and recommended it to me.   I got on the Internet to check it out and decided to apply.


Q: How do you like it at USA Truck?

A: I love it at USA Truck.  I wouldn’t go with any other company right now.  I am getting the miles, I am getting the loads, and I am staying busy.  They are treating me good and getting me home when I request it. 


Q: How long are you out on the road at a time?

A: I am out about 3 weeks at a time.  I then get about 3-4 days at home.  The longest I have been out is 56 days.  This was a favor for my fleet manager.  He asked me first if I would stay out longer, so I agreed to help out.  Overall, USA Truck is great about getting drivers home and they will do everything in their power if it’s any type of emergency.


Q: How many miles are you getting a week?

A: I am getting between 2800 to 3100 miles per week.  When I first started, the miles were a little low until I proved myself and then the miles came my way.  I would say it took about 90 days.  If you really put your nose to it and you want to make money then you need to make sure you are eager, on time and prove yourself.  If you do these things you aren’t going to have a problem.

Be sure to check back tomorrow for part 2 of our interview with John!

Today, we bring you part 1 of our 4 part interview with John Carpenter.  John came through the Driver Solutions training program in July of 2010 and has been driivng with USA Truck ever since. 

Find out more about why John decided to get into truck driving, what it's like working for USA Truck, and how many miles he's getting each week. 

Q: What were you doing before trucking and how did you get into it?
A: Well, I will be 36 this year.  Back when I was 18 or 19, I was working for Coca-Cola and got a taste of driving trucks.  My grandfather drove trucks and I’ve been around trucks a lot of my life because other family members worked jobs where it always seemed like trucks were around.  I always found trucks to be very interesting, but at the time you had to be 25 to drive a truck for Coca-Cola and I didn’t want to wait.  So, I went into restaurants and bars business doing some management.  Later in life, I decided it was time to look back into the truck driving.  I ran across Driver Solutions & C1 Training.  They had a trucking school campus near me and it seemed to make sense.  I filled out the application and talked with a recruiter.  Everything worked out for me and I got started with USA Truck.  


Q: Why truck driving?
A: I am a business savvy guy.  From a business standpoint, the trucking industry is almost recession proof.  There is always going to be a need for trucks and deliveries to be made.
From a personal standpoint, I love the travel, freedom, and flexibility that come with a trucking career.  I have the sense of being my own boss and for the most part, I am.  Now I do have a fleet manager, but on the day-to-day there is a lot of freedom.


Q: What is it like working for USA Truck?
A: USA Truck is a very supportive company.  I have a fleet manager that I talk with on a daily basis and he assigns me loads by working through the freight coordinator.  Right now, I am usually out around 5 weeks at a time and then I get 5 days off.  It’s almost like a mini vacation after putting in several weeks of hard work. 

As far as miles, I am getting about 3500 miles per week and for the most part other drivers I talk with are getting right around 2200 or so miles on average.  Last week was my go-home week and I was still able to get 2100 miles working Tues-Thurs.  I take my breaks, don’t abuse my time, and stick to my schedule. 

There are some times when things don’t work out as planned.  Just last week, I wasn’t able to make it home when I was originally scheduled.  That’s to be expected in this industry, but the important thing was my fleet manager put forth the effort and I could tell he really tried to get me back home – it just didn’t work out that way.  It still meant a lot that he took the time to try to work things out.

Overall though, I have a blast with my fleet manager and he keeps me moving.

Be sure to check back tomorrow for part 2 of our interview with John to learn more about his training experience and how he balances life on the road with family time. 

The Driver Solutions Training Program is an accelerated course designed to teach inexperienced truck drivers the basic skills needed to obtain their CDL and start a career behind the wheel.  Part of that process is learning skills out on the driving range with a CDL instructor. We caught up with a USA Truck driver while he was waiting on his trainer to pick him up and had the chance to ask him about this process.

Like any new skill, there are going to be times when things don't always come easily to you.  It's during these times that it's important to remember that you have an instructor with you for a reason.  Steve brings up a great point in this video - take a minute to sit there and calm down, then ask your instructor for help.  The instructors have a lot of experience and are always willing to help.

If you are interested in pursuing a driving job with USA Truck like Steven, just complete our online driver application by clicking on the Apply Now button in this post. 

There are many reasons that motivate individuals to become a truck driver.  Some are tired of their 8-5 jobs.  Others were laid off unexpectedly and looking for employment.  Others have retired from their main profession but are still looking for a "second career" to make some additional income.

For all of these reasons and many more, truck driving is a great career choice to pursue.  The rewards of becoming an employee for a company like USA Truck begin in the job description itself - you get paid to travel from point A to point B and see the country.  There is a true sense of freedom that comes from seeing things behind the wheel of a big rig without a boss looking over your shoulder.

Another big reward is the opportunity to earn up to $40,000 in the first year behind the wheel.  More that the truck driving pay, in that first year you also acquire truck driving experience that's priceless and will allow you to advance your career.

Here is a Driver Solutions' graduate who can tell you more:



The best truck driving school is one which can provide the best opportunities there are in the industry. It is also one that offers a complete program to meet and exceed your training needs.

Be it in a classroom setting or on the field training, Driver Solutions fits the bill. Complete our online driver application and start your new career just like Steven!

With most CDL training programs, the road leading to a truck driving career is paved with initial expenses.  Even before you can start applying for jobs, you must first attend CDL training and pass the CDL tests.  The fees for enrolling at such schools are not exactly cheap.  In fact, with most trucking schoosl you can expect to pay $4,000 to $6,000 to get started.

As you can imagine, the upfront cost is the main reason that company paid CDL training is very beneficial for someone who's looking to become a truck driver.  Reputable companies such as PAM Transport and USA Truck cover these tuition costs for CDL training making it much easier for those looking at a new career to make the switch. 

If truck driving is something you are considering, having the ability to get started without taking our a loan or dipping into your savings is something that offers a very nice added bonus to getting into a new career.  Having a trucking company that will cover your upfront tuition costs in exchange for just 1 year of employment with the company is something that not many other truck driver training programs offer to their students. 

The bottom line is that company paid CDL training can help you get a new career started that will help find the job stability that many people are looking for.  Whether you are just getting started in the workforce or have grown sick of working a dead-end job with no advancement opportunities - getting the proper training is essential.

To get started, just complete our online application. 

A boom in the country's economy is often shown by the fast deployment of trucks carrying goods across the country.  Our economy has always depended on top trucking jobs to deliver all of the goods we need and want on a daily basis.  From dry goods to business supplies, trucks have always been the choice for most companies across the nation.

How the flow of supply and demand affects trade and commerce also affects how truck driving jobs will fair.  This is a very vital role that the trucking industry plays to insure that the balance of supply and demand are always met.  When the buying capacity of people increases, the demand for goods also rises.  Supplying the demand becomes essential and this results in more availability of entry level trucking jobs.

Distribution of goods, consumption of consumers and production by manufacturers are all connected. Trucking companies like USA Truck are continually monitoring this as the need for new truck drivers changed. 

Right now, the trucking industry is in full swing and drivers are being hired to meet this demand.  Fill out our secure online application form if you are interested in starting CDL training and working toward finding a truck driving job. 

As part of its 2011 Survey of Driver Wages, the National Transportaion Institute recognized USA Truck as the "Top Pay Carrier" in the trucking industry. Gordon Klemp, NTI President, explains how the company earned the award in a press release:

"In order to get this, they have passed a rigorous three-part qualification process. This award was given to USA Truck only after we examined the long-term financial success they offer drivers, as well as what they provide in terms of job security, retirement income, and health & wellness coverage." 

Director of Driver Recruiting at USA Truck Scott Loveday, shares his delight over the award, "We're honored to be recognized for our efforts to be a great career choice for truckers. We're committed to being the kind of company that quality drivers are looking for."

NTI is an independent third-party analyst that ranked USA Truck as part of the top 20 percent excellent carriers based on truck driving pay, financial stability and health and retirement benefits.

We are honored to have USA Truck as part of our Driver Solutions Network and congratulate them on this honor.  It is clear they offer great trucking career opportunities to those looking to start something new or make a change.  If you have been considering applying for USA Truck driving jobs, complete our online application form to get started.  We will help you being CDL training and work to pre-qualify you for a job opportunity with USA Truck.  

If you are considering a truck driving career with USA Truck, now is the time to get started.  2010 is winding down and USA Truck is still looking to fill truck driving jobs heading into 2011.  In order to provide an incentive to encourage new drivers to attend the company-sponsored truck driver training this year, USA Truck is extending their $1,200.00 sign-on bonus to December 27th, 2010.  So, if you get off the couch and get started with the Driver Solutions trucking school program on or before December 27th, you will be eligible to receive the bonus.

Many students that come through truck driver training school tell us they wish they would have started earlier.  The fact is, the faster you get through CDL training, the faster you can get out on the road making great money.  The $1,200.00 bonus gives those that are on the fence about starting a trucking career the extra perk to start now.  Talk about a great gift for the holiday season!

At Driver Solutions, we can help you get signed up with truck driver training to make sure you take advantage of this limited time bonus.  Just complete our online application to get started.  Once we receive your application, we will begin working to get you scheduled to start training on or before December 20th.  We will also work to pre-qualify you for a trucking job opportunity with USA Truck. 

Choosing the path to become a truck driver gives you the open road of opportunities. Before any journey, you must make sure you have a map which can guide you to get you where you want to go. Here are some simple steps to start working toward securing a truck driver job.

For starters, you need to conduct a research on CDL training options. To help you acquire your CDL license, you can chose to look for a truck driver school or trucking companies that offer CDL training. The first option will lead you to select a top truck driver training school. The second option will lead you to look for the best trucking companies that offer CDL training.

The next step is to earn your CDL license and afterward, begin your search for truck jobs.  At Driver Solutions, we offer a pre-arranged trucking job opportunity BEFORE you even start training and as a  partner of PAM Transport and USA Truck, a company sponsored CDL training is an available option which will make getting started in the industry.  In the company sponsored option, your upfront tuition to get the training you need will be covered by the company.   

Start your truck driving career by filling out our online application form. Let us guide you to success!

TheTrucker.com reports that an effort for truck driver safety was implemented by the Wisconsin State Patrol this week. The Operation Safe Driver program is "designed to improve the behavior, habits and decision-making of commercial motor vehicle operators and other operators of large trucks."

The program has been successful in lowering the rate of large-truck crashes (21%) , injuries (26%) and fatalities (12%) in 2009. The results were due to dedicated law enforcement and education on commercial motor vehicle safety.

The safety initiative propels State Patrol inspectors to tackle traffic violations such as speeding, improper lane changes, following too close, disobeying traffic rules and impaired driving.  Working together with other law enforcement officers, drivers like those on PAM trucking jobs or USA trucking jobs will also be checked for license requirements, medical card regulations and service standard hours.

State Patrol Capt. Charles Lorentz further adds, “Lives can be saved and injuries prevented by reducing irresponsible and dangerous behavior like speeding, tailgating and aggressive driving.”

When it comes to CDL trucking jobs or student truck driving jobs, safety is very important and with safety efforts like Operation Safe Driver, trucking careers continue to flourish and grow.

If you have decided that you are going to pursue a trucking career, it is important that you take your time and do research on the best school to attend for CDL training.  We had the chance to talk with some students here at CDL training to ask more about the process they went through while choosing a trucking school and how they ultimately chose the Driver Soltuions program. 

Some actually head out to truck stops to talk with truck drivers about how they got out on the road and how they like their career as a trucker.  We always encourage people to do this if they are able to take the time to visit a truck stop while they are out. It really is the best way to get some "first hand" feedback from those that are out there behind the wheel every day.  If you aren't able to make it out to a truck stop, here is an interview with a USA Truck Driver.  

Another solid options for choosing the best driving school is to do your research online.  Look at all of the programs out there to see if they offer pre-arranged trucking job opportunities and company sponsored options.  One such site that provides real, non-biased feedback on trucking schools is TruckingTruth.com.  We encourage you to read their review on the Driver Solutions Program.

To find out what our students had to say, check out the video below or complete our online application form to get started: