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13
Apr
6 Types of Jobs You Can Get with a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
There are many advantages to earning your commercial driver’s license (CDL) with the training provided by America Truck Driving School. It can open the door to many exciting opportunities that can also turn out to be very well-paying. Whether you want to stay local or are willing to travel for work, a CDL gives you the freedom and flexibility to find a great job just about anywhere you look. (more…)
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04
Apr
Truck Driving School: Myth vs. Facts
If you are looking to pursue a career as a commercial truck driver, then truck driving school will help you get there. The primary purpose of a truck driving school is to train drivers on the rules of the road and get them ready to pass their commercial driver’s license test (CDL). (more…)
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18
Mar
What is Per Diem Pay and What Do You Need to Know About it?
Many truck driving companies will advertise that they offer “per diem pay,” which can leave some people scratching their heads as to what exactly that means. The term per diem is actually a Latin phrase meaning by day. Essentially, it is an alternative way to compensate you for daily expenses while on the road. (more…)
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11
Mar
A Truck Driver’s Complete Packing List for the Road
Life on the road as a commercial truck driver can be demanding. You want to make the journey as comfortable as possible and you want to make sure your job gets done right. Before any long haul, it’s a good idea to have your packing checklist ready so you can have everything you need along the way. (more…)
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15
Feb
Are You a Veteran? Consider Becoming a CDL Truck Driver.
If you’re a veteran looking for a new career path, life as a commercial truck driver to be the perfect fit. Many veterans are ideal candidates to earn their commercial driver’s licenses (CDL) and pursue careers in trucking. The values instilled in the military apply directly to professional truck driving. Whether you drove trucks or heavy machinery during your service, you may be perfectly suited to get behind the wheel of a big rig.
Here are some of the traits that are often behind a great truck driver: (more…)
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