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CDL Class A & B Events and Job Information
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ATS Logistics Launches Advanced Web Tools For Its Customers
St. Cloud, MN, February 05, 2007 – ATS Logistics Services Inc. (ATSLSI), a division of Anderson Trucking Service Inc. (ATS), announced today that Load Tracking and Image Retrieval are now available for all of its customers. more
CT Transportation Welcomes Kevin Nixon as Vice President of Operations
Kevin Nixon is Vice President of Operations for CT Transportation LLC. In this position, Nixon is responsible for managing the terminal network of CT Transportation LLC. These operations include eight terminals and employees supporting 600 drivers. more
CTL Transportation Welcomes Gary Hill as Terminal Manager in Tampa
Tampa, FL — CTL Transportation, LLC is pleased to announce that Gary Hill has accepted the opportunity and responsibility to manage the company’s Tampa, Fla. terminal operation starting Monday, March 19. Gary will work directly with Don Hendricks, Director of Phosphate Operations. more
Decker Truck Line Driver of the Month
Decker Truck Line Inc. is pleased to announce that Michael Washington was selected as the February 2007 Driver of the Month for the Flatbed division. Michael has been with Decker Truck Line for about a year and a half and is based out of our Birmingham terminal. Michael and his wife Beatrice enjoy spending lots of time with their granddaughter, Asia, when Michael is at home. Congratulations, Michael! more
2007 Volvo 780 Tractors Now Available in Hill Bros. Lease Purchase Program
Omaha, Nebraska — For the first time, drivers at Hill Bros. Transportation can choose to lease a brand-new Volvo tractor. To increase tractor selection for drivers in their lease purchase program as well as company drivers, Hill Bros. recently ordered fifty 2007 Volvo 780 tractors in addition to the 2007 Kenworth T-600 and Peterbilt 387 models (and pre-owned trucks) already available in the program. more
John Christner Trucking, LLC Receives Honors for Safety
Oklahoma City, Ok – March 1, 2007 – Oklahoma Trucking Association awards John Christner Trucking with a First Place Feet Safety Award. more
Sitton Motor Lines Educational Partnership Helps Truck Drivers and Family Members Earn College Degrees
A college education is very valuable in today’s world. A degree enhances your lifestyle and opens many doors. However, because of the cost investment and the need to earn a living, many see it as a dream that will never become a reality. But what if scholarships reduced the cost of a degree? What if you could earn a degree while you maintained a job? A new program at Sitton Motor Lines of Joplin, Missouri will let you do just that. more
Western Express Divers Offers Assistance
On a cold day in Ohio, Gary and Bonnie Pigman were making there way to an important meeting—signing Bonnie’s State Teacher’s Retirement papers. Ice blown off the road by another vehicle exploded through the windshield of their car. Western Express driver Russell Cox was in front of the Pigmans when the accident occurred. He stopped to offer assistance, providing materials and helping cover the shattered window so they could continue on their journey. more
February 20, 2002 to February 20, 2007 — that’s five years of learning, reacting, saving, driving, waiting, seeing places you just
Driver Alan Wood: His Take on Five Years with Wil-Trans
read about, and doing things the ordinary person just doesn’t have the time for. But mostly it’s doing what I want to do and having fun doing it. moreTrucking Associations
During tough economic downturns it's best to protect your CDL, as a Class A or B truck driver your license is your money maker. Joing a trucking association can help you network, know your rights, help with legal representation, and provide you with discounts on some products or services. The following are list quick list of trucking associations you may find of interest, click here for a complete list of trucking associations.
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New York State Motor Truck Association
828 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12203
Phone: (518) 458-9696
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North Carolina Trucking Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 2977 19 W. Martin Street
Raleigh, NC 27602
Phone: (919) 834-0387
Fax: (919) 832-0390 -
North Dakota Motor Carriers Association, Inc.
PO Box 874
Bismarck, ND 58502
Phone: (919) 834-0387
Fax: (919) 832-0390 -
Ohio Trucking Association
50 W. Broad Street, Suite 1111
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 221-5375
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Oklahoma: Associated Motor Carriers of Oklahoma
P.O. Box 14620 7201 N. Classen Blvd.
Oklahoma City, OK 73113
Phone: (405) 843-9488
Fax: (405) 843-7310 -
Oregon Trucking Associations, Inc.
4005 SE Naef Road
Portland, OR 97267
Phone: (503) 513-0005
Fax: (503) 513-0008 -
Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association
910 Linda Lane
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Phone: (717) 761-7122
Fax: (717) 761-8434
Events in Trucking
September 2009
Click here for a complete list of trucking shows, you can request additional information and register right from the site. If you would like to have your event listed or featured please contact us. Trucking companies; if you will be attending a job fair to promote any openings for truck jobs for OTR truck drivers please contact us, and we will list them. Also, truck driving companies can post their truck driving jobs for free on our site. Recently as many as a quarter of a million drivers have registered with us looking for trucker jobs in their area, many are willing to relocate or take a a lease purchase and become a trucking owner operator to secure a job. Post your trucking jobs, and find eager people ready to drive!
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Technical Advisory Group Meeting
Sponsored by American Trucking Associations (ATA)
Linthicum, MD
2200 Mill Road
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703-838-1700
2200 Mill Road
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703-838-1700
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Independent Contractor Division Meeting
Sponsored by Truckload Carriers Association (TCA)
Chicago, IL
2200 Mill Road
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703-838-1950
Fax: 703-836-6610
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2009 Big Iron Classic
Sponsored by Big Iron Classic
Kasson, MN
26487 600th Street
Mantorville, MN 55955
Phone: 507-635-2112
Fax: 507-635-5220
12 - 16
Aftermarket Distribution Summit
Sponsored by Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network
Amelia Island, FL
Contact: (904) 737-2900
5121 Bowden Road, Suite 303
Jacksonville, FL 32216
Phone: 904-737-2900
Fax: 904-636-9881
14 - 17
Fall Meeting & SuperTech
Sponsored by American Trucking Associations (ATA)
Raleigh , NC
Website: www.truckline.com
2200 Mill Road
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703-838-1700
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2009 Fall Meeting and National Technician Skills
Competition
Sponsored by Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC)
Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh, NC
Contact: (703) 838-1763
18 - 20
Trade Show & Convention
Sponsored by North American Trailer Dealers Association
(NATDA)
Louisville, KY
6860 Gulfport Blvd. #116
South Pasadena, FL 33707
Phone: 727-360-0304
Fax: 727-231-8356
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2009 Annual Conference
Sponsored by Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA)
Baltimore, MD
1101 17th Street, NW, Suite 803
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-775-1623
Fax: 202-775-1624
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2009 Brake Safety Week
Sponsored by Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA)
Nationwide,
1101 17th Street, NW, Suite 803
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-775-1623
Fax: 202-775-1624
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Hirschbach
Base Terminal:South Sioux City, NE( 1 opening )
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JB Hunt Transport
Base Terminal:Lowell, AR( 7 openings )
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McLeod Express, LLC
Base Terminal:Decatur, IL( 1 opening )
McLeod Express is offering regional positions if you live within 550 miles of Decatur, Illinois paying $ .32cpm . Call 866-379-8377 today to learn more about this offer. O/O $1.02 per mile, fuel protection plan, tolls, lumpers, scale tickets paid, layover pay $150. ..read more
Smith Transport
Base Terminal:Roaring Spring, PA( 1 opening )
Smith Transport is one of Americas most recognized trucking companies. The drivers are carefully selected and among the top drivers in the industry. The few, who qualify, are rewarded with a balance of above average earnings, frequent home time and superior equipment to drive. At Smith Transport,... ..read more
Barr-Nunn Transportation / Owner Operator Division
Base Terminal:Granger, IA( 1 opening )
Barr-Nunn Owner Operators earn $3200-$3900 per year in Performance Bonuses (paid every 30k miles). We pay Practical Miles. Our Owner Operator Sign-On Bonus will be $1,000 - valid thru 5/28/10! ..read more
Heartland Express
Base Terminal:North Liberty, IA( 3 openings )
Heartland offers the top pay in the industry, period! AS much as $.48 per mile! Heartland is an industry leader with the newest, most well-maintained conventional trucks on the road. Our 53 dry van trailers are also new and in top condition. ..read more
Lessors, Inc
Base Terminal:Eagan, MN( 2 openings )
Lessors Operates in the top third of the United States, Florida and various West Coast points. I would like to take the opportunity to invite you to join our Company, Lessors, Inc. I feel that we are the premier transportation company in the United States today. Working together and treating... ..read more
Hi-tech Express Inc
Base Terminal:Roseville, MN( 3 openings )
We are a focused, agile, result-oriented company and we recognize the value of hard work. We constantly track nationwide fuel prices and taxes, enabling you to maximize your profit. Combining your efforts with your experience and driving skills, we will bring the best to this competitive,... ..read more