Tuesday, May 27, 2008

What You Should Know

A job in the transportation industry requires a lot of hard work and dedication. Especially if you have one of the approx 4 million driving jobs in the United States. But for those that choose to drive it provides a lot of advantages that no other career can match. Freedom from the office, working without a boss hovering over your shoulder, meeting new people, and the chance to see the country as you make a great living are just a few of the reasons that Swift trucking jobs are so appealing.

Once you’ve decided to become a truck driver you then need to choose which company to work for which brings us to the next point.

Swift Transportation is the nations leading truckload carrier. This is a big deal for drivers because it means greater opportunities, better pay, excellent benefits, and more miles. It also means that you’ll be working for a company that has the size and strength to provide you with the resources and CDL training necessary to become a successful driver. There has never been a better time to get a Swift trucking job and start a new career.

Once you’ve got the job you need to make sure you are a safe driver. Swift rewards their drivers based on driver safety so it’s important that you maintain a clean driving record. As you log miles and gain experience you’ll have the option to advance into a regional or dedicated run. Or you can choose to become a driver mentor and teach other truckers how to be safe on the road. With Swift your career choices are endless.

If you are interested in applying for Swift trucking jobs, Drivers Central provides an online application located at http://swift.drivers-central.com/. Once you have applied they will work with you on completing the Swift Transportation hiring process.