{"id":2331,"date":"2017-09-12T12:26:24","date_gmt":"2017-09-12T16:26:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alltruckjobs.com\/blog\/?p=2331"},"modified":"2021-07-12T11:34:19","modified_gmt":"2021-07-12T15:34:19","slug":"interview-tips-for-truckers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alltruckjobs.com\/blog\/interview-tips-for-truckers\/","title":{"rendered":"Interview Tips for Truckers | The Basics"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-top\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;2331&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;top&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;2&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;3.5&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;3.5\\\/5 - (2 votes)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Interview Tips for Truckers | The Basics&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;99&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best} - ({count} {votes})&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 99px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 19.2px;\">\n            3.5\/5 - (2 votes)    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\">Although the inside of your cab is not exactly an executive office, truck drivers are true, career-oriented professionals nonetheless. Sure, being out on the road requires a great deal of dedication and hard work, but at least you\u2019re not forced into that stuffy suit and tie every day! And yet, despite the freedom to keep your workspace casual, you\u2019ll likely deal with the formalities of employment during things like interviews and corporate events if you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alltruckjobs.com\/jobs\">work for a big company<\/a>. Whether you\u2019re new to the business or a seasoned pro, these interview tips for truckers will definitely come in handy! <span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Interview tips for truckers<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"p1\">So, first off let\u2019s start with the basics!<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">The first part of this whole process is submitting your resume so that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alltruckjobs.com\/trucking-companies\/\">hiring companies<\/a> can give you a call in the first place. It\u2019s critical that you include all the exact specifications that you can in regard to your license type, any exemptions you have, and any other special endorsements showing you can haul certain types of loads.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\">After you\u2019re sure you\u2019ve got all of the right license-type information, you\u2019ll want to list things like your previous experience, any applicable skills, and of course all of the ways employers can contact you for an interview. Here, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alltruckjobs.com\/blog\/hired-or-fired-resume-tips-for-truckers\/\">find out more about trucking resumes<\/a>&nbsp;.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"838\" height=\"471\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cCmOAJ6ofg4?start=22&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\">Interview Tips for Truckers | The Basics<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Although it may not be that common, you\u2019ll want to prepare for an employer conducting an in-person interview. For many truckers who have been in the business a while, a phone interview may be all it takes for a company to verify you\u2019ve got what it takes to start hauling. However, in any event, being prepared for either a phone interview or in-person interview scenario is still a best practice.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">For In-Person Interviews:<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Firstly, you\u2019ll need to plan to arrive at least 15-20 minutes early to the interview. You probably know as well as anyone that delays can appear out of thin air on the open road, so getting to your interview early should always be a no-brainer. Even if you\u2019re sure you\u2019ll have no hang-ups, having enough time to rehearse your pitch for employment never hurts! Pop on some motivational tunes, take some deep breaths and make sure you know exactly where to go to meet your future employer.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">For Phone Interviews:<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">So, if it\u2019s not possible you\u2019ll be brought in for an interview, conducting the meeting over the phone or even on Skype is your next scenario to prepare for. If you\u2019re at home, be sure to cut out any distractions that may take away from you being able to focus on the interview. Another solid tactic is to have your notes prepared and available so you can reference them at any point all while making it seem like it\u2019s just flowing from your brain!<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Although it could be a bit much for some, getting dressed and going about your morning as if you were meeting an employer in-person can really help to create the right mindset for success. Plus, then you can look great celebrating your new job afterward!<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2335\" src=\"https:\/\/www.alltruckjobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/interview-tips-for-truckers-cover.jpg\" alt=\"interview tips for truckers\" width=\"2484\" height=\"1689\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.alltruckjobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/interview-tips-for-truckers-cover.jpg 2484w, https:\/\/www.alltruckjobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/interview-tips-for-truckers-cover-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.alltruckjobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/interview-tips-for-truckers-cover-768x522.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.alltruckjobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/interview-tips-for-truckers-cover-1024x696.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.alltruckjobs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/interview-tips-for-truckers-cover-140x94.jpg 140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2484px) 100vw, 2484px\" \/><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\">Regardless of the scenario, really nailing an interview is about preparing the right responses ahead of time. Sure, you may be cool as a cucumber driving a big rig, yet providing thoughtful and reassuring responses may not come so naturally to you \u2014 and that\u2019s totally fine! Here are some of the questions you\u2019re likely to hear during your next trucking interview.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Trucking Interview Questions to Prepare for<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">1. What challenges have you faced on the road\/ how have you overcome them?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">While this sounds like a straightforward question, hiring managers are really looking for answers regarding your approach to problem-solving. This is a question where specific examples are desirable, so if you can\u2019t think of one off the top of your head, then you&#8217;ll want to prepare for it. Ideally, you\u2019ll want to pick a situation that can display things like team work, a level-head, and technical knowledge.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">2. What are your career plans?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">If this is an interview that may lead to a long-term contract, then this is an essential question to have thought out. As an employee, you\u2019re an investment that a company makes, so they want to know how the decision to hire you will pan out in the future. This question allows you the opportunity to communicate your commitment, work ethic, ambition, and enthusiasm for trucking!<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">3. Why \/ How did you get into trucking?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Hiring managers really want to know whether you\u2019re in this profession because you enjoy the work and lifestyle rather than for strictly monetary reasons. Of course, making a decent salary is very important, however, driver burnout is something that companies need to plan for. If you\u2019re genuinely into driving, make sure to make that evident here!<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">4. How do you handle stress?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Although life on the road can have its ups and downs, the way you react to stressful situations is key to being a career-driver. Whether it\u2019s an unexpected mechanical failure, difficulties with loading docks, or just standard traffic or fatigue, hiring managers want to know your approach for handling stress. Again, this is a great time to provide specific examples and your healthiest de-stressing techniques. Essentially, you\u2019re aiming to convince someone you can stay motivated, healthy, and safe on the road day in and day out.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">5. What are some of your strengths?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">While this may be listed on your resume, you\u2019ll need to be able to go in-depth in discussing what sets you apart from the fleet. Do you have former experience operating other machines? Study logistics in college? Military background? Having these aspects picked out ahead of time will make your answers flow much better, ultimately reassuring hiring managers that you\u2019re the right pick!<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"p1\">For more tips and tricks on nailing your next truck driver interview, check out <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bigrigbanter.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BigRigBanter&#8217;s<\/a> second podcast episode: Landing the Job. Got any other suggestions for interview tips for truckers? Let us know in the comments below!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Although the inside of your cab is not exactly an executive office, truck drivers are true, career-oriented professionals nonetheless. Sure, being out on the road requires a great deal of dedication and hard work, but at least you\u2019re not forced into that stuffy suit and tie every day! 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