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DRIVERS' SHORTAGE * USA - Big demand goes unmet for drivers of big rigs
Trucking is increasing because of imports, but national organizations contend the industry is hurting
Toledo,OH,USA -The Toledo Blade, by TED FACKLER -April 17, 2008: -- Ohio's unemployment is at 5.3 percent, and some noted economists say the country is in a recession, but the demand for more drivers of semi-trucks remains high... In Ohio, the hiring is swift, said local recruiters... On average, drivers are paid $35,000 their first year, $40,000 to $50,000 a year within two years, and can increase to $80,000, several experts said... Motor Carrier Services Inc. in Northwood, which recruits 25 drivers annually, is seeking two. It operates 100 trucks and requires two years' commercial driving experience... In Findlay, Garner Transportation Group is recruiting five to six drivers. It operates 90 trucks... In Perrysburg, Falcon Transport Co. is hiring 10 to 15 drivers... Overall, the trucking industry is divided on the economy's affects. Some argue that the industry is in a slump, others call that nonsense... The Toledo Trucking Association said trucking is increasing because of imports, but national organizations contend the industry is hurting... (Photo by JEREMY WADSWORTH/The Blade - Drivers make $35,000 their first year, on average, and hiring is swift locally) Labels: drivers' shortage
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