You Won’t Believe What The Doctor Has

If you are in a truck driving school, this will interest you. You know that medical exam you have to take to get your CDL License?

Well, the CR England truck driving school has a test you don’t see at your family practitioners. They literally have a rear end of a truck as a physical testing area. Called “Functional Capacity Evaluation Equipment”, it is used to test the physical needs of being a truck driver.

It is actually the exact size of a rear end of a refrigerated truck and the patient has to prove he is fit enough to maneuver around and do what is required like bending under the truck or step up on the back of a truck without any physical inabilities.

Once you have been on the road some you will certainly see a few different tricks drivers use to get in the back of the truck. There is the "Step Stool", there is the "running Start" and the "jump hop and lunge" an fo course my favorite is the "Indiana Jones." This is where drivers actually keep a rope like lasso with a hook on it so they can Macgyver their way into the truck.

The "Functional Capacity Testing Device" is there to make sure you don't need to do any acrobatics to do your job.

This is a great tool for the driver as well as he or she can find out if they can’t physically work on the back of a truck. It’s better to know before you start driving and you can’t do your job. Right? You’ll find out at this school.
Tools like this one shows how serious CR England CDL School is about making sure their students are ready for the road. Their requirements to become a student as well as their curriculum in class are top of the line.

And once you graduate, you have a job! They definitely make sure you are prepared to drive for their company. If you are interested in becoming a driver for CR England and go to school for them, go to http://gototruckdrivingschool.com. Or, if you have a friend that would like to be a truck driver, let them know about this school. It’s top of the line and a great lifestyle.

Are You 50 and Just Got Laid Off? Drive Truck

I just read an article from Monster.com that suggested that those people that are middle-aged will be struggling harder than younger workers to find a job because younger employees have newer job expertise. They support their concerns with the fact that technology has evolved so quickly in the past decade or so. They went on to suggest that “auto manufacturing, publishing, retail and financial services” would probably not come back. So those middle aged unemployed from fields diminishing are really struggling to find jobs.

Truck driving school might be a solution for people looking for a job that is 45 years or older. The trucking field is hiring, even in high unemployment and all ages can apply. Some bigger trucking companies like CR England Trucking have schools where they train drivers and then automatically hire them for employment. Some people 50 years of age and on have it easier to drive trucks than their younger counterpart. Their families are older and there is more freedom. And some parents that have no children at home anymore have the opportunity to team together. Both husband and wife can go to truck driving school together and see the country with flexible hours.

At CR England Truck Driving School, they have school loans that would be slowly taken out of your paycheck once you start working at CR England Trucking Company. They take care of the cost of your transportation to the school and for your hotel room once you get to the school. The only thing you have to pay is for your own meals. And once you graduate, you have a job. That’s the best part.

http://hiring.monster.com/hr/hr-best-practices/workforce-management/hr-management-skills/unemployment-older-managers.aspx

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.

Looking For Work? There Are Jobs in Trucking

This spring, forecasts are looking better about the economy with rumors of hope and improved job numbers coming soon. That’s all great and we are very excited. Right now people need work, not forecasts. For those people who would like a job now and don’t want to wait until unemployment is down, there is a great career opportunity at CR England.

It seems like no matter what the unemployment rate is, there are always jobs in transportation. People still need to eat and transportation is what gets food to the stores. People may buy less, but they still buy.

Not only is it a great way to make an income in a down turn economy, but also it is good money and stable earnings. Drivers average about $30 to $40 thousand dollars their first year of driving. And it goes up from there. Experienced drivers make $100,000 or more quite often. In fact, CR England Trucking Company, like other trucking companies, never lay off drivers. With 90 years under their belt, CR England Trucking Company, it has been around the block a few times and is highly respected in the trucking community.

No matter what the economy, good or bad, truck drivers are needed. And many people leave the jobs they have to become a truck driver for the flexibility and travel they are looking for. It’s a popular career for different reasons and needs of the driver.

CR England Trucking Company actually has a truck driving school and takes all graduates as a driver for their company. Known for their safety curriculum (because they want safe drivers), it is a top-notch school with a great reputation.

If you would like to look into there school more, go to CREngland.com and click on the Truck Driving School tab. Many people are looking into driving truck because there are always jobs.

Start 2010 With A New Job

They say making a New Years resolution to find a new career or job is right up there with dieting. If a new career is making it on your list, you may want to consider a career in the trucking industry.

If you look into the industry you will find trucking jobs with training are a great way to find yourself a new job in the trucking industry and also get the training you need all in one shot. Many people make the mistake of going to a truck driving school and then looking for a trucking job after they complete the training. This works for some but there is no guarantee you’ll get hired.

Also, going to a separate school can be a big mistake. In most cases, you’ll pay for training twice since almost all large carriers will require that you go through their individual training program regardless of the truck driving school you attended.

This is the case with CR England. It will be much better for you to skip the local school and come right to CR England. You will get training at a reduced rate and be guaranteed a job all at once. No double payments for school.

If CR England doesn't have the program for you, choosing other trucking jobs with training can eliminate the instance where you pay twice for training and you can also be guaranteed a job. Make that your goal when your looking at a new career in the trucking industry.

The job guarantee comes because trucking companies that train generally only enroll students that meet the trucking companies hiring criteria. The company is hoping the students who get into the training are going to work for the company.

Good luck to you in the New Year, And if trucking is something you'd like to pursue please visit our company website to apply.

Get a New Career for Christmas!

CR England is offering an amazing holiday promotion. If you enroll in truck driving school before the end of the year you can save up to $2000 off of the cost of CDL training. This is a truly once a year type promotion so if your on the fence about going to truck driving school, now could be the best time ever. No more worries about a job because CR England guarantees you a job after you have completed the school year.

Here promotion details:
All you have to do is enroll, and start training in one of our Premier Truck Driving Schools before the end of the year and you can save up to $2000.00 on the cost of tuition. That's right that's 66% off the price. This holiday special only applies to students who begin class on the following dates:

December 14, 2009
December 21, 2009
December 28, 2009

Truck Driving School Tuition Cost Breakdown:

Standard Tuition Cost: $2995.00
Holiday Special Cost: $1995.00
Prepaid Cost: $995.00 A $2000.00 Dollar Savings!

You'll be glad to here that CR England hasn't had a driver layoff in the trucking companies 90 year history. Now is a great time to go to truck driving school. Start your new year with a career with industry leading safety training and on of the longest length of hauls in the industry.


CR England wants you to know, We are here to help you succeed! We look forward to hearing from you. Please fill out an application to enroll in our truck driving school and then contact a recruiter at 1-888-532-8512. M-F 8am-5pm.

Sleep Apnea Program Saved Life

A very hot topic in the trucking industry is the issue of Sleep Apnea. Here is a story the Reuters ran November 4th, 2009 about how a sleep apnea program saved a million mile drivers life. Here is the story:

SleepSafe Drivers, Inc. Announces Early Success in Sleep Trials with J.B. Hunt
Transport Services, Inc.
LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif.--(Business Wire)--
SleepSafe Drivers, Inc., a national provider of sleep apnea diagnosis and
treatment programs for fleets, today announced positive preliminary results from
a clinical trial focused on testing and treating truck drivers suffering with
sleep apnea as part of a national contract with J.B. Hunt Transport Services,
Inc. The clinical trial is a collaborative effort between J.B. Hunt, SleepSafe
Drivers, Inc., and Fusion Sleep LLC, Georgia`s leading provider of clinical
sleep medicine services to patients and employers.

The goal of the trial, which is backed by an Independent Review Board, is to
improve the health and safety of the drivers. The trial results will document
any cost savings from reduced medical expenses and lower accidents as a
consequence of the program. J.B. Hunt is accelerating the pace of the trial and
expects to continue expanding the program over time.

"We are committed to enhancing the safety and health of our drivers, and
SleepSafe Drivers is helping us get that done," said Greer Woodruff, Senior Vice
President of Corporate Safety and Security at J.B. Hunt. "One of our Million
Mile drivers recently told us that he felt the sleep apnea program had literally
saved his life. After starting APAP therapy, that driver has lost 115 pounds,
knocked out his challenging and chronic daytime fatigue, and was able to begin
exercising again for the first time in years. There is absolutely no doubt that
he is healthier and safer as a result of the program."

One of the major benefits of the SleepSafe Drivers program is the Company`s
unique On-SiteTM testing and Sure ComplianceTM treatment program designed
specifically for truckers. These programs offer the ability to test drivers for
sleep apnea using out-patient testing via ambulatory tests wherever the driver
is sleeping that night. Ambulatory testing is less costly and more convenient
for truck drivers, making it easier for them to get tested sooner and start
receiving treatment.

"We are proud to be helping J.B. Hunt deliver on their goal of improving the
health of their drivers while also reducing avoidable risk and expenses," stated
Dana Voien, president of SleepSafe Drivers. "Working with our clinical partners
at Fusion Sleep in Atlanta, we are confident that fleets will recognize a four
to ten month payback period on the program investment, so it more than pays for
itself in the first year alone. Our national network assures that we can cover a
fleet`s entire needs across the nation."

"The goal of the trial is to quantify the health benefits and document changes
in fatigue-related accidents and safety as a consequence of this unique program.
Preliminary findings already demonstrate real and significant health benefits,
and we anticipate that this research will provide us with the most comprehensive
data and cost-effective model for disease and accident prevention in the
trucking industry," said Jeffrey Durmer, MD, PhD, and Chief Medical Officer of
Fusion Sleep and principal investigator of the clinical trial.

About SleepSafe Drivers, Inc.

SleepSafe Drivers, Inc. is a provider of programs to reduce sleep apnea risk for
both trucking fleets and their drivers. The SleepSafeDrivers program is designed
specifically for employees in risk-sensitive jobs or with challenging work
schedules. The specialized program minimizes downtime and delivers a 90%+
success in treatment compliance. The SleepSafe Drivers management team has
unparalleled experience and expertise in ambulatory testing, high-compliance
treatment products and protocols, and a strong network with the nation`s leading
sleep labs, sleep physicians, and Durable Medical Equipment (DME) providers. For
more information, visit www.sleepsafedrivers.com.

SleepSafe Drivers, Inc.
Dana Voien
President
949-330-3682 or 877-749-2728
danav@sleepsafedrivers.com
or
Launchit Public Relations
Susan Fall
858-490-1050
susan@launchippr.com

Copyright Business Wire 2009

Not a Bad Time to Become a Truck Driver

According to an article that ran on Freep.com written by Free Press Business Writer John Gallagher, economists are expecting steady growth in the trucking industry. The article discusses the many trucking jobs that are available and highlights the fact that no experience is required.

This is all great news for individuals that are considering a new career in the truck driving industry. Truck driving schools are training drivers for a career in an industry that pays a driver up to $40,000.00 in their first year of employment.

For many the great pay is nice, but the job security of the trucking industry is the new draw especially after all the layoffs that have occurred in other industries. Some trucking jobs may have been lost but carriers like CR England never laid off a single driver in the down turn. In fact CR England hasn’t ever laid off a driver in its 89 year history.

In the article Stevens Transport vice president Angela Horowitz said "There will always be goods moving across our nation, and 80% of all the volume goes over the road" and "Having a CDL and getting involved in transportation is a lot more stable and secure than probably 98% of the other career paths out there."

That’s a fact!

If you or someone you know is looking for an exciting, new career come see what CR England has to offer. CR England has many trucking jobs open for experienced and non-experienced drivers and even truck driving school students are guaranteed a job upon completion of training.

The original Freep.com article can be found at: http://www.freep.com/article/20091011/BUSINESS06/910110453/1320/No-letup-in-truck-driver-demand