Are you a military veteran looking for a new career? In this episode, we explore how trucking companies are actively recruiting the nation’s heroes through veteran apprenticeship programs. Chief Carriers recruiter, Mandee Lade, joins us to discuss the benefits of these programs, including using the GI Bill for income substitution and gaining valuable skills. 

 

Highlighting how veterans’ inherent discipline, mission-driven mindset, and comfort with solitude make them ideal candidates for trucking roles like drivers, dispatchers, and diesel technicians. Learn how these programs ease the transition from military to civilian life and offer a promising path in the transportation industry.

 

Takeaways

 

• The transition from military to civilian life can be challenging for veterans.

• Veterans can utilize their GI Bill for various career paths in trucking.

• Apprenticeship programs provide structured support for veterans entering the workforce.

• Documenting hours worked is crucial for veterans using GI Bill benefits.

• Different states have varying requirements for apprenticeship programs.

• The military provides placement services to assist veterans in their career transitions.

• Veterans possess skills that align well with the trucking industry.

• The trucking industry offers numerous opportunities for veterans beyond driving.

• Smaller carriers may provide a more supportive environment for veterans.

• Joining a veterans program can ease the transition into civilian careers.

 

If you’re a veteran looking for a career in trucking check us out at Chief Carriers. 

This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative.