Truck Driving Jobs Q & A

A lot of people a deciding that truck driving jobs are for them. That's fantastic because the trucking industry is always looking for new drivers who are excited to learn.

Here are some some questions that a lot of people ask about the trucking industry when they are deciding if the industry is right for them or not. These questions are pretty simple but address a lot of the popular concerns.

QUESTION AND ANSWER:

Question – Is trucking just a job, or does the industry offer a career path?
Answer – Whether the economy is good or bad, trucks will always be shipping supplies from one place to another place. There is always a need for truck drivers in all sorts of markets whether the economy is good or bad. Many Trucking Companies offer a career path. You may start over the road and then get opportunites to lease your own truck. You may even get the opportunity to build your own small fleet.

Question – I am interested in getting my CDL license. What is the first step?
Answer – First, look for quality truck driving schools. Check out their curriculum and make sure it is a valid school and a good fit for you. Go to our web page, CREngland.com, it will save you a lot of time.

Question – Are there medical benefits for my family and me in trucking?
Answer – Yes. When checking out trucking companies to drive for, look into their benefits program. Every company has their own plan so make sure you and your family can live with those benefits. CR England offers many different options.

Question – How much money I can make?
Answer – Drivers start out about $29,000 to $39,000. The longer you work for a company, the more you make. A lot of drivers who have been on the road for a few years and own their own equipment or have low lease payments can make over $75,000 a year.

Question – How often can I get paid?
Answer – Most of the time, it’s once a week. There are a few companies that have a different pay schedule.

Question – How long am I on-the-road before I can come home?
Answer – It depends on the job you take. Most drivers are gone for 2 to 3 weeks before getting back home. There are day jobs near your home or there are jobs that take you across the country. You choose what you want. CR England is currently hiring Over the Road Drivers that are out 3 to 4 weeks and home three to four days at a time.

Question – How many truck drivers are there out there?
Answer – Just working in the United States there are over 3 million.

We hope this quick list of Q and A questions will help you out. If you looking for truck driving jobs, or looking for more information about our truck driving school click here.