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Helpful Information About Truck Driving Careers
Check out this selection of articles below to learn more about career choices and how to prepare for in-demand job opportunities.
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Find out if a CDL Career is Right for You
Updated December 2021 If you are looking for a steady career and a solid paycheck with benefits, getting your CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) may be worth a hard look and thoughtful consideration. With Napier, you would have the option to receive a Class A CDL. This enables the holder to operate vehicles up to a … Continue reading “5 Reasons To Get Your CDL”
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Understanding The Effects Of A Previous Felony
Yes, as a felon you can get a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). However, it depends on a number of factors, including what kind of felony you committed and when. At the federal level, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulates who can get a CDL. Each state also has rules governing CDLs and who … Continue reading “Can I Get a CDL with a Felony?”
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How Much Do Truck Drivers Make?
Updated July 2021 The exact salary that truck drivers make will depend largely on the position they hold and the regular route that they drive. The main job that most truck driver’s start out with is over-the-road (OTR) driving. These routes have drivers travel across large portions of and sometimes the entire continental US to … Continue reading “Realistic Salary Expectations for Truck Drivers”
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Which One is Best for Me?
Before it’s time to hit the road and begin your new trucking career, you’ll need to decide what kind of driving is right for you and your lifestyle. For those who love to travel and tour the country, OTR (over-the-road) may be the best option. If staying close to home and spending nights with your … Continue reading “Types of Trucking: OTR vs. Local Driving”
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The King of Rock and Roll Started his Career as a Truck Driver
We all know truck drivers are the Rock Stars of the Road. America’s economy would not be the same without you. But did you know that the King of Rock and Roll started out as a truck driver too? Yes, Elvis Presley landed a job driving a truck out of high school. Ultimately, it was … Continue reading “Elvis Presley was a Truck Driver Too”
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Finished my CDL Training, Now What?
Congratulations! You have finished your CDL Training and are we assume you are ready to take on the next step. However, before you are ready to get out on your own, there are a few more steps you need to complete. Make sure you check these items off your list. 1. Finish your Licensing Process … Continue reading “What To Expect After CDL Training”