The Real Reason Trucking Companies Use Cameras

Josh Rouse came up through trucking, stepped away for a stretch, and got pulled back in by a buddy with an opening in operations. Two years on the board later, he moved into human resources and safety — and now handles the hiring, the safety tech, and the IT that ties it all together. A.M. Express is a locally owned, Escanaba-based carrier running vans, tankers, flatbeds, lowboys, and reefers across the lower 48, and it's one of the companies that comes into the school to recruit.Takeaways:The use of technology in trucking, such as inward and outward facing cameras, enhances safety and accountability for drivers.Having a clear long-term goal in the trucking industry can help prevent burnout and ensure career satisfaction.Training programs can effectively turn new drivers into top performers, emphasizing the importance of learning on the job.Cameras in trucks may seem intrusive, but they can protect drivers from unfair blame and improve their skills over time.Opportunities for growth in the trucking industry are abundant, with various specializations available for drivers to explore, such as flatbed and tanker.The trucking industry is a viable alternative to traditional college routes, offering potential earnings with minimal student debt.🔗 LINKSCheck out AM Express: https://amexpressinc.com/Listen wherever your get your podcasts: https://built-in-the-midwest.captivate.fm/listenMidwest Truck Driving School: midwesttruckdrivingschool.com North Country Heavy Equipment & Electrical Line School: https://ncheschool.com/Submit your Questions: https://webforms.pipedrive.com/f/6WfGT9X1zlYC6WvssJqfWxOOkvVa1AjzqgnAIIHOq70WWiNo5czEWXpBMqxVTW7UST 💬 CONNECT Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CDLMidwest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwesttruckdrivingschool/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@midwesttruckdrivingskool