How To Become an Efficient Team Truck Driver

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Truck drivers are in higher demand than ever, but many drivers who get their commercial driver’s license (CDL) prefer shorter drives rather than long hauls. Yet, many businesses still rely on people driving across the country to get their products where they need to be. This is, of course, where team truck drivers come in.…

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3 Truck Driver Pay Changes at Barr Nunn Transportation

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There are many reasons why truck drivers prefer Barr Nunn Transportation truck driver pay. Experienced and safe truck drivers receive regular raises in cents per mile, Band Pay (in qualifying areas), Economic Recovery Pay, and Company Driver Anniversary Bonus for starters. Practical miles are going up too. So, suppose you want a top-paying driving job…

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Truck Driver Referral Program Delivers Big Money

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The Barr-Nunn Transportation Truck Driver Referral Program is another reason our trucking company has a reputation as a top-pay carrier. Our philosophy on driver referrals is straightforward; pay our drivers a ton of money plus additional PTO (vacation) to refer other professional drivers to our company. Our drivers are thrilled that they helped the company…

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4 Ways Barr-Nunn Truck Drivers Earn Paid Time Off

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After pay and benefits, the most asked question our new drivers have is, “What’s the vacation policy?” Many are shocked to learn how many ways Barr-Nunn Transportation truck drivers earn paid time off (PTO). Most carriers offer one way for drivers to PTO, while Barr-Nunn Transportation offers up to four methods. Typical Carrier/Industry PTO Most…

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Top 10 Most Stressful Roads for Truck Drivers

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Truck drivers deserve every penny while delivering goods around the country. Crammed roads feature construction, distracted drivers, aggressive drivers, and other hazards – on a good day. Some U.S. roads take driving a semi-truck to the next level. Here are the top 10 most stressful roads for truck drivers 1. I-95 in Miami, Florida The…

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How Safe Truck Drivers Earn More at Barr-Nunn Transportation

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Barr-Nunn Transportation is approaching its 40th year and remains a trucking industry leader in pay for safe truck drivers. Superior financial performance combined with a culture committed to driver career success keeps Barr-Nunn Transportation a certified top pay carrier, now sixteen years in a row. The trucking company forged a reputation as a carrier with…

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7 Money-Saving Tips for Truck Drivers

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Life on the road for professional truck drivers can be rewarding. Life on the road can also get expensive fast. Budgets bust without proper planning for impulse purchases, unforeseen expenses, and overpaying for convenient supplies. Seasoned truckers know how to manage money on and off the road. Here are 7 Top Money-Saving Tips for Professional…

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4 Important Winter Driving Tips for Truck Drivers

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Winter is the most dangerous time for America’s truck drivers. Snow, ice, wind, and rapidly changing temperatures make life on the road stressful during the winter months. Although truckers can’t control every aspect of what winter brings to the job, they can take steps to make hauls safe for everyone. Here are 4 tips for…

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7 Qualities of Great Truck Drivers

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There’s a reason the demand for truck drivers is at an all-time high. To be successful today, a trucker needs the right combination of driving skills, experience, and personality traits. The expectations of the transportation industry are reaching new levels. So too, are the expectations of what carriers are looking for in truck drivers. Here…

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