Want To Drive
Feel the freedom of the open road.
If you've ever dreamed of driving a truck, you've probably imagined yourself behind the wheel of an 18-wheel rig, driving along the highway. You've thought about the freedom and what it would be like to be your own boss. Become a Domestic and International Long-haul Driver, and you can turn that dream into a reality.
This is what you need to know to live out your dream:
- What would I do?
- Where would I work?
- How much would I get paid?
- How do I get to be a Domestic and International Long-haul Driver?
- Where would I go from here?
- How do I get started?
Where would I work?
If you choose to become a Long-haul Driver, essentially your office and living space are the inside of your cab. Many trucks are equipped with some of the comforts of home, such as bunks for sleeping, televisions, microwave ovens and fridges. In addition, many trucks include air ride driver's seats, and an ergonomically designed control centre. These help the driver avoid muscle strains and back pain. As the technology in designing trucks improves, so do the creature comforts found in the trucks.
As a Long-haul Driver, you'll likely be employed by a carrier that hauls goods across the country and/or internationally. A small company will have only a few trucks on the road, while a large multinational trucking company will have a great number of trucks on the road. There are many carriers in every region of the country. Some specialize in particular types of hauling (dry goods, bulk, petroleum, etc.), while others will haul almost any cargo they have the equipment to handle.
As a Long-haul Driver, your work day will be limited by hours of service. In fact, there are regulations that limit the number of hours a driver can be on the road. Nonetheless, the hours can be long, and time away from home will be a fact of life for a Long-haul Driver.
