How do I find drivers for my trucks?

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  1. Regional

    Regional Light Load Member

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    I am looking to expand and make regional runs. So there is home time here and there. But how do I find drivers?
     
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  3. bigdad7

    bigdad7 Road Train Member

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    That is the million dollar question sir.....if the frieght apocalypse stArts soon they should be easier to find , but you are going to have to be able to convince a person that has everything on the line that you can deliver, and as a small fleet guy myself that is sometimes easier said then done . My current drivers are my best salesman and my turnover is zero.
     
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  4. Eddiec

    Eddiec Road Train Member

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    Depends - What kind of drivers are you looking for?
    How much experience do want them to have?
    Where must they live?
    How much are you going to pay them?
    How will you pay them - mileage,% or hourly?
    Are you paying them on a W-2 or 1099?
    What type of equipment?
    How many miles a week?
    Any health benefits?
    Any vacation time?
    Minimum days out?
    How old are your trucks?
    Orientation - yes or no?
    Orientation pay?
     
  5. kemosabi49

    kemosabi49 Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    "Home time here and there"? Lol. Might not be the best way to put it if your trying to find drivers. You can put an ad in the jobs section here.
     
  6. Just passing by

    Just passing by Road Train Member

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    "I am looking into building an extension to the house, but how do I find a house?"
    :D
     
  7. Brandt

    Brandt Road Train Member

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  8. Speed_Drums

    Speed_Drums Road Train Member

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    Post a new thread on here: Trucking Jobs
     
  9. PE_T

    PE_T Road Train Member

    Search online for jobs as if you were looking for a trucking job. A few popular sites should come up, including Craigslist.
     
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  10. BackwoodsGA

    BackwoodsGA Road Train Member

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    Good luck.Good drivers are extinct.Steering wheel holders is all you'll find these days.
     
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  11. SoulScream84

    SoulScream84 Road Train Member

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    I hear there are benefits like "if you work you might get compensated".
     
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