1. Truck Driving Jobs
Types, Tips, and Myths

2. Common Myths
• Possibly the biggest myth of
truck drivers is that they are
all foul-mouthed, rough
people. When in reality, truck
drivers are often family
oriented people, who stay
out of trouble, and
sometimes have left other
careers for the freedom
offered by driving a truck
• Not all truck drivers are
male, either. Approximately
200,000 drivers are female.

3. (A Few) Types of Truck Driving Jobs
• Long Haul, more commonly known as OTR
(Over-The-Road): These drivers travel thousands
of miles for different hauls, and are away from
home for weeks at a time.
• Team: Team truck driving consists of two drivers
who split driving time.
• Local: These driving jobs keep the driver closer
to home, and the drivers are often home every
day
• Regional: These drivers stay in the states around
the state they live in. Regional drivers are home
more often than OTR drivers, but not as much as
local drivers.

4. How to Become a Truck Driver
• In order to become a
truck driver, you first
need to obtain your
CDL (Commercial
Drivers License).
• There are several CDL
schools across the
country,
find a school for you.
• Some companies even
offer a guaranteed
position after your
training is complete.

5. How to Become a Truck Driver, continued
• Depending upon how
much experience you
have behind the wheel
will determine what type
of driving job you are
able to have.
Find a job in your state,
and apply for as many
as you want. A recruiter
from the company
should contact you
within a week.

6. Life as a Trucker
• When out on the road for several weeks at a time, life
can get a little redundant. The most important thing is
to stay awake, whether you use music, talking on
your CB Radio, or chewing gum. It is always best to
pull over when drowsy.
• Eating while out on the road can be difficult, because
fast-food will call your name; it’s quick and easy.
Most trucks have a space for a mini fridge, so pack
your meals ahead of time, and you can keep them
healthy.
• Truck drivers sleep in their trucks. There is a bunk
bed behind the seats of the truck. If not in a truck
stop, truck drivers will often find an empty parking lot
where they can stay the night and get some shut-eye.

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