Trucking Careers
& Types of Truck Driving Jobs

A trucking career offers a lot of benefits besides just a paycheck. Considering a career in trucking as a professional truck driver opens the door to a lifetime of job opportunities. There are several different types of trucking jobs available. But it's important to understand what a trucking career requires and whether you can accept any changes to your lifestyle in order to become a truck driver. The best place to begin a discussion about careers in the trucking industry is to briefly explain how the industry is organized.

Truckload & "Less-Than-Truckload"

The trucking industry has two major segments, truckload and less-than-truckload, and the demands on the driver can vary between the two segments. As you consider a career change into truck driving, it’s important to understand the types of jobs available. Most drivers begin trucking careers behind the wheel for a truckload carrier, such as USA Truck or PAM Transport.

Trucking Careers Beyond The Driver's Seat

Careers in trucking go beyond the driver’s seat. Many experienced truck drivers climb out of the cab and begin new job opportunities with their current company. Important jobs like driver recruiters, dispatchers, or safety and compliance officers provide truck drivers with new responsibilities and room for career advancement. In fact, there are many respected trucking professionals today that started their careers as truck drivers.

You can begin a great career in trucking with the company-paid CDL training programs offered by the Driver Solutions Network.