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CDL Class A & B Events and Job Information
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News: Trucking Companies
KLLM HOLDS ANNUAL STEWPOT CHRISTMAS PARTY FOR AFTER-SCHOOL CARE
JACKSON, Miss. (17 December, 2007) – On December 6, KLLM held their annual Christmas Celebration for children at Stewpot Community Services in Jackson. As a result of employees’ generous donations, KLLM provided gifts and a party for 61 children. Jim Richards, Chief Operating Officer at KLLM, also presented the after-school care program with $3,500 collected by the company, making KLLM’s total contribution of cash and gifts to more than $10,000. more
Barr-Nunn Driver Participates in Toys-for-Tots
South Bend, Indiana – December 14, 2007 – Barr-Nunn Transportation is a leader in the industry with great pay packages and award-winning programs. They have been in business for 25 years and know what drivers need. The company is always creating new ways to prove to drivers how much it values them and gives back to the community. For the passed few years, Barr-Nunn teamed up with the Marine Corps to assist in the delivery of toys for the Toys-For-Tots program.more
Trucking 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
Fax: (518) 458-2525 -
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
Fax: (614) 221-3717 -
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
March 2009
9 - 12
The World of Asphalt Show and Conference
Sponsored by World of Asphalt
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL
Contact: 800-867-6060
Website: www.worldofasphalt.com
111 E. Wisconsin ave., Suite 1000
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: 414-298-4141
10 - 14
Annual Meeting
Sponsored by Truck Renting & Leasing Association (TRALA)
Carlsbad, CA
Website: www.trala.org
675 N. Washington, Suite 410
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703-299-9120
Fax: 703-299-9115
11 - 13
Specialized Transportation Symposium
Sponsored by Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association
(SCRA)
Hyatt Regency Albuquerque, Albuquerque, NM
Contact: (703) 698-0291
Website: www.scranet.org
2750 Prosperity Avenue
Suite 620
Fairfax, VA 22031-4312
Phone: 703-698-0291
Fax: 703-698-0297
16 - 18
Clean Heavy Duty Conference
Sponsored by CalStart
Long Beach, CA
Website: www.calstart.org
48 S. Chester Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91106
Phone: 626-744-5600
Fax: 626-744-5610
17 - 18
AASA 2nd Annual Vision Conference
Sponsored by Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association
InterContinental Chicago O'Hare, Ill., Rosemont, IL
Website: www.aftermarketsuppliers.org
PO Box 13966
10 Laboratory Drive
Reasearch Triangle Park, NC 27709-3996
Phone: 919-549-4800
Fax: 919-549-4824
19 - 21
2009 Mid-America Trucking Show
Sponsored by Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS)
Kentucky Fair & Expo Center, Louisville, KY
Website: www.truckingshow.com
1404 Browns Lane, Suite E
Louisville, KY
Phone: 502-899-3892
Fax: 502-899-3952
23 - 28
Faster Fleet Cleaner Air , California
Sponsored by Faster Fleet - Cleaner Air
Long Beach, CA
Website: www.ffcacalifornia.com
3015 Main Street
Suite 300
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Phone: 800-993-0302
Fax: 310-314-9196
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Safety & Maintenance Council Fleet Safety
Awards
Sponsored by Alabama Trucking Association
Birmingham, AL
Website: www.alabamatrucking.org
P.O. Box 2339
36102-2339
Phone: 334-834-3983
Fax: 334-262-6504
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Hirschbach
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JB Hunt Transport
Base Terminal:Lowell, AR ( 7 openings )Company Drivers: J.B. Hunt Transport has long been known as home to the industry's best Over the Road jobs, and while we're proud of our OTR heritage, we are also proud of the diversity of driving jobs we offer. Did you know we're home to the industry's best local and regional driving jobs... ..read more
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Seward Motor Freight, Inc
Base Terminal:Seward, NE ( 1 opening )Driver Requirements: All drivers must be at least 23 years old, have two years verifiable experience and a clear Motor Vehicle Record, must meet Department of Transportation requirements and be screened for alcohol and drugs. Our drivers have a reputation for being courteous, competent, and... ..read more
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Drivers Service Company, Inc. (DSCO Inc.)
Base Terminal:Denver, CO ( 1 opening )WANTED! Professional OTR (Over the Road) Truck Drivers! Colorado-based - 48 State Operation. Competitive wages with medical benefits in addition to many other benefits. ..read more
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J&R Schugel
Base Terminal:New Ulm, MN ( 3 openings )J&R Schugel Is Known As The Carrier With Heart! NEW PAY PACKAGE JANUARY 1ST. STARTING PAY .36CPM We Have OTR Positions In our Van and Reefer divisions. No Money Down Lease Options Available We Take Pride In Our Equipment and our drivers! Family Owned And You Are Treated As... ..read more
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Heartland Express
Base Terminal:North Liberty, IA ( 2 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