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FAQs

Is it hard to get a local truck driving job? ›

Local truck driving jobs are very competitive. Since the demand for them is high, carriers can afford to be a bit choosier because they have a lot of interested candidates. It's very common for local positions to require a minimum of one year over the road before even being considered.

XPO moves customers' freight through one of the largest LTL networks in North America , with 294 terminals and approximately 13,000 professional drivers covering 99% of US zip codes as well as Canada and Mexico .

Behaviors like reckless and careless driving, speeding and violating a law and causing an accident can cause you to be turned away from many carriers. Similarly, if you have too many CSA points, you won't be hired.

XPO Rider Policy

The company has a free rider policy. One passenger will be allowed at a time. Passenger must be over 12 years old and be documented with the company. Driver may have a passenger once they are driving solo.

Werner Enterprises

Today, Warner Enterprises operates worldwide with a fleet of more than 24,000 trailers, more than 7,800 tractors, and approximately 13,000 independent drivers. The company specializes in freight management, intermodal transport, and truck brokerage. The company's 2021 revenue was $2.6 billion.

The company was initially called Express-1 Expedited Solutions and listed on American Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol XPO. It was acquired by Brad Jacobs and renamed to XPO Logistics in September 2011.

This may lead you to wonder “Do local truck drivers make good money?” Although local truck drivers may not drive the same number of miles that OTR drivers cover, they can still earn a great living. As of May 2024, local company drivers at Schneider currently earn between $1,160 - $1,420 a week.

Network with area trucking companies and other businesses that move and deliver large loads of goods on a regular basis for job openings. Many companies provide on-the-job training for aspiring truck drivers with no experience.

Is it hard to get into the trucking industry? ›

Getting your foot on the career ladder can be difficult in some fields. Many require college degrees before you can even be considered, and snagging that first job is tough when every job posting lists experience as a must. Truck driving is different. Entry into this field is relatively easy and quick.