More Carriers Announce Driver Pay Raises
Carriers continue to hike pay in hopes of stemming the driver shortage, with Cargo Transporters, B&G Supply Co., Montgomery Transport and Two Marines Moving among the latest to announce raises.
More Trucking Companies Leverage Pay to Attract Drivers
Trucking companies are continuing to boost compensation packages as the coronavirus pandemic and the ongoing driver shortage intensify the challenges of keeping seats filled behind the wheel.
Walmart, Target Minimum Wage Hikes Drive Average US Retail Pay
Despite an industry shakeout that has been dubbed the retail apocalypse, store workers who have hung in there are seeing better pay than a generation ago, even with inflation.
MyLumper Offers Electronic Payment for Lumper Fees
Technology startup MyLumper has introduced an electronic payment platform for lumper fees designed to reduce driver stress and prevent fraud.
January 18, 2017Trucking Loses 3,600 Jobs in September, Department of Labor Reports
For-hire trucking lost 3,600 jobs in September, while overall payrolls increased by 156,000 the Labor Department reported Oct. 7.
October 7, 2016West Side Transport Offers New Pay Package
West Side Transport announced a new pay package for its regional and over-the-road drivers that ensures them a minimum $900 to $1,100 a week.
November 16, 2015American Central Transport, Boyd Bros. Set Driver-Pay Increases
Dry-van truckload carrier American Central Transport and flatbed hauler Boyd Bros. Transportation recently announced driver-pay increases.
August 17, 2015Payrolls Rise in 31 States, Led by New York
Payrolls increased in 31 states in June, and the unemployment rate fell in 21 as the labor market made strides across the nation.
C.R. England, Celadon Offer New Driver Pay Packages
National carriers C.R. England and Celadon Group Inc. announced new pay packages for their drivers.
EFS Offers Payment Processing for CAT Scale’s Mobile App
Electronic Funds Source said drivers now can use its payment cards in conjunction with CAT Scale Co.’s new Weigh My Truck mobile app.
January 9, 2015