Did you know there is a current shortage of truck drivers in the United States? This is affecting all kinds of trucking businesses including chemical trailers and tanker fleets. In fact, many kinds of trucking businesses like these are specialized, and they are feeling the pinch even more.
According to a recent article at Truckinginfo.com, business is very good in the liquid tanker hauling business and is specially well in the petroleum industry. In fact, the demand for qualified truck drivers is exceeding the supply. This is creating more jobs for drivers of Chemical Trailers, tanker mechanics, and technicians.
Also, fleets of chemical tankers are dealing with new regulations from the federal and state government concerning HAZMAT. This makes it much harder to comply with regulations than standard trucking companies.
Liquid trailers are often stopped more frequently for inspections, especially since there is a higher risk of terrorism all over the United States. Even though none of these trucks has ever been included in a terrorist plot, they are still closely scrutinized these days.
Because of new regulations, it is getting harder for drivers of chemical trailers to get the proper certification. For example, they now must have a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card). It is more expensive to receive the certification and requires more endorsements also. All of these problems are causing many drivers to turn to other types of trucks. However, this is creating lucrative opportunities for the chemical transport business for the right people.
Trucking Affects Everyone
According to KSHB News in Kansas City, the shortage of truck drivers in the US, is at 40,000. Also, many truck drivers are retiring, and there are not enough new drivers to replace them. This is expected to have a trickle-down effect on the economy. For instance, the process of shipping will take longer and longer, and this will increase wait times for products, raising prices.
Good News for New Truck Drivers
If you are thinking about a new career as a truck driver, the future looks bright. In fact, there should be few chances for layoffs or waiting in the unemployment line. Also, the shortage is expected to raise the average wages of truck drivers to about $50,000 annually or more.
Training is not difficult for much good trucks driving jobs too. For example, there is no need to put in many years of college and earn a special degree. If you decide to drive chemical trailers, you should have less competition and excellent chances of finding employment in the future.
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