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Averitt's Driver Advisory Council - We Hear You!
When Averitt says we listen to our drivers, we mean it. In fact, we ask our Driver Advisory Council for input on pretty much everything.
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Celebrating Truck Driver Appreciation with a 50th Anniversary Twist
In 2021, Averitt Express has a lot to celebrate. Last month, we joined the nation in recognizing the hard work of our truck drivers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW). And we put a 50th anniversary spin on it!
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Podcast - Driver Appreciation with Gary Sasser
On the newest edition of our podcast, Gary Sasser, Chairman and CEO, makes a special appearance to give a special Driver Appreciation Week thank you to the best team in the business! Listen as Gary gives his thoughts about celebrating 50 years together, and where we’re heading for the future.
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Celebrating 50 Years Of Professionalism
Our team’s professional image has set us apart for 50 years now.
For our associates, our image has helped us create a reputation every associate can take pride in. It helps us hire and retain the best people. Image also sets us apart in the marketplace. Customers want to work with providers who represent them to their customers in a professional way.
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How to Get Your Hazmat Endorsement
Getting your HazMat endorsement can open up a lot of opportunities for you as a truck driver. Not only will you be able to transport a wider variety of freight, but you’ll also have the ability to increase your income. At Averitt, our regional drivers earn more per mile when they have their HazMat endorsement. If you’re ready to take your professional driving career to the next level, here are your next steps:
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Premiering Our First Averitt Music Video - Driving Force!
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Averitt by the Numbers: Celebrating 50 Years of Service & Success
We are celebrating our 50th anniversary this year! In 1971, Gary Sasser purchased a small carrier called Averitt Express. At the time, it had only two associates, three tractors and five trailers. From that beginning, we’ve grown a company that has made a huge impact on the trucking industry and the communities we serve. Here’s a quick look at some of our successes and how we’ve grown over the last five decades:
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Couples Who Drive Together Stay Together
As we celebrate Averitt’s 50th anniversary, it’s all about highlighting the teammates who make up our strong culture. Atlanta West team shuttle drivers Tim and Alison Rorabaugh are great examples of Averitt’s unique opportunities, which is one of the reasons why our team has enjoyed 50 years of stable success.
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What To Do When Disaster Strikes: Driver Survives Lightning Strike
“Out of nowhere I saw a bright flash. Instantly, everything inside the truck went black.”
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Virtual Orientation at Averitt: What to Expect
Before COVID-19, the orientation program here at Averitt was a 3- to 4-day intensive, but fun and energetic, course at our corporate campus in Cookeville, TN. This is where you’d get your first look at our Averitt facilities and be immersed in the company culture we’re so proud of all week long. Like the rest of the world, we’ve had to pivot our orientation experience for new drivers in order to provide you with a safe way to get all the information you need as you start your journey to become an Averitt driver.
