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DAT: Key markets push spot rates higher
Mar 23, 2016 Fleet Owner
Led by strong regional demand, spot truckload rates rose across all three equipment types during the week ending March 19, reported DAT Solutions, which operates the DAT network of load boards.
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Shannon M. from Richfield MN, just graduated from Interstate's Professional Tractor Trailer Program. She's not exactly sure where she's going to work, but there's no doubt that she will be successful where she goes.
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Leasing on: Finding the right fit
Mar 4, 2016 Kevin Jones American Trucker
Many of the more successful men and women in trucking got into the business because of the freedom and independence it presented. From dock to dock, a truck driver is largely on his own, and the measure of success is straightforward: Was the load delivered safely and on time?
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Roger A. from Minneapolis just graduated from Interstate's Professional Tractor Trailer Program and now is a Class A CDL Driver. He started with us in mid January and got his Class A License after passing his test the first time. He also walks away with a 160 Hour Certificate so he can go to work for any of the nearly 40 truck driving companies that we work with.
FedEx Freight will be coming to our South St. Paul campus to talk about their company. FedEx is one of the shipping leaders in the world and they are looking for CDL drivers to join their team. Check out what they can offer you below.
Benefit:
-Health / Dental / Vision -Stock Purchase Plan -Paid Vacation
-Personal Paid Time -Retirement Plan -Holiday Pay
-Funeral Leave -Life Insurance -Credit Association
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Mohamed A from Owatonna MN, came to Interstate looking to get his Class A CDL and a job that has benefits, job security and independence. So he came to us and is now a Class A Truck Driver. He hopes to be driving for Schneider in the near future.
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Jason is one of the newst group of Interstate's graduates. He started with us in mid January and is now on his way to a new career with Sysco.
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Interstate was featured on a local news program called Twin Cities Live. The story is based on the truck driver shortage and the truck driving industry in general. Twin Cities Live reporter Emily Engberg stopped by our South St. Paul Campus to try out one of our driving simulators.
Check out the full story by CLICKING HERE.
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The long awaited Driver training rule will be published on Monday
Proposal requires 30 hours behind the wheel, 'demonstrated proficiency'
This rule will have a significant impact on new drivers.
according to: Kevin Jones | Fleet Owner
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Eli P., a Veteran from Hastings came to Interstate looking for a new career. He liked the idea of driving and wanted to make sure that he got the best training. He got funding using his GI Bill, and started his training with us in mid January and now, lless than two months later he has his Class A CDL and a job waiting for him at Schneider.
