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Human Trafficking: What Truck Drivers Need to Watch for & How to Help
By Averitt on Jan 16, 2024 12:00:00 PM
In the ongoing battle against human trafficking, the trucking industry and the individuals who are a part of it act as crucial ally. Professional drivers can act as the eyes and ears of law enforcement, providing critical information and contributing significantly to the dismantling of widespread trafficking networks. As a supporter of this fight, and in light of January being National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, here is a look into an instance of one professional driver who intercepted a human trafficking network, as well as a comprehensive list of red flags and insights on how you can make a difference in this fight.
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Beyond the Road: Investing in Facilities for Driver Well-Being
By Averitt on Dec 7, 2023 9:56:22 AM
In the world of professional truck driving, our team stands out by prioritizing the well-being and satisfaction of our associates. One of the key ways we achieve this is by investing in our facilities to ensure safe, secure, and easily accessible parking, as well as other conveniences for all our associates. We have strategically established a network of over 100 safe and secure facilities in 21 states. We’re committed to expanding and improving these facilities to better meet the needs of our associates.
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Averitt Recognized as Top 10 Military Friendly Employers and Military Spouse Friendly Employer for 2023
By Averitt on Nov 10, 2023 2:00:00 PM
For the sixth time, Averitt has been recognized by MilitaryFriendly.com as a Military Friendly Employer. This year, we’ve also been named a Top 10 Military Friendly Employer and a Military Spouse Friendly Employer. These distinctions follow the results of an annual survey conducted by Viqtory, a military marketing company with a mission to connect veterans to civilian opportunities. We’re proud of our longstanding commitment to military service members and their families, and we’re honored to receive this recognition again.
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Honoring Averitt Associates During NTDAW and Year Round
By Averitt on Sep 5, 2023 11:39:25 AM
Our Driving Force Is People. This is a core principle at Averitt and is something we focus on daily to provide our associates with lifelong and rewarding driving careers. During National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW), we get the chance to uplift and honor our associates even more.
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What Veteran CDL-A Drivers Would Tell the Next Generation
By Averitt on Aug 16, 2023 9:00:00 AM
With years of priceless experience, ourassociatesshowcase plenty of skill behind the wheel. And beyond that, they’re always ready to help a fellow professional driver create the best career for themselves. We’re proud to further that mission by being a sponsor of Next Gen Trucking, a nonprofit that builds up and engages the next generation of professional drivers. To do our part in creating a bright future for the truck driving industry, our veteran associates gave us their best pieces of advice for building a great career in the driver’s seat.
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How CDL-A Drivers Can Create Work-Life Balance
By Averitt on Aug 2, 2023 9:00:00 AM
It's essential to find the right balance between work and personal life, along with ways to manage stress effectively to stay healthy, happy, and productive. We want our associates to have pride in their careers, while feeling fulfilled in and out of the driver’s seat. Here are four great ways to achieve work-life balance.
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Truck Essentials from Experienced CDL-A Drivers
By Averitt on Jul 19, 2023 9:00:00 AM
Loading up for a trip out on the road can feel like an overwhelming task, especially if it’s one of your first. With over 50 years in the truck driving industry, we’ve learned that other CDL-A drivers are the best resource, so we asked some of our experienced driving associates for their top recommendations on must-have items.
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A CDL-A Driver’s Roadmap to Operation Safe Driver Week
By Averitt on Jul 5, 2023 9:00:00 AM
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Operation Safe Driver Week is quickly approaching. As CDL-A drivers, you spend most of your time on U.S. highways and roadways, making driver safety a top concern. Whether you’ve been on the road during Operation Safe Driver Week before, or this is your first year experiencing it, here’s a roadmap for navigating it.
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How a Father and His Two Sons Found Their Career Home at Averitt
By Averitt on Jun 18, 2023 9:00:00 AM
Securing a lifelong career that feeds your passion is an honor, but helping the people you love find those same types of careers is an even bigger honor. Professional driver Joel Shaffer and his two sons, Wesley and Shane, did just that with us. Here’s the story of how a father and his sons all found a career home that gets them the support, stability, and satisfaction everyone deserves.
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Bonnaroovian Logistics: Guaranteeing Good Vibes for the Festival
By Averitt on Jun 15, 2023 8:54:37 AM
Since its introduction to the music festival scene in 2002, Bonnaroo has boasted record-breaking numbers of attendees and set the stage for many notable performances. And any Bonnaroovian will agree that the ‘Roo lives up to its name, which comes from a Creole slang term meaning “a really good time.”