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Register in Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse to change jobs, ensure accuracy
The CDL drug and alcohol clearinghouse takes effect January 2020. What is that you say? Every driver as part of the hiring process will have to have their record checked through this database. The database contains information on failed and refused drug tests. If you are going to be changing jobs from January 2020 forward,…
Read MoreSleep Matters: A Truck Driving Priority
In the competitive trucking industry, it can be tempting to drive as many miles as possible within the drive time limit. However, those miles can be dangerous for both the truck driver and other motorists on the road if sleep is not treated as a priority on the job. The amount of hours a driver…
Read MoreWho is Sisbro?
Working in the truck driving industry is competitive and sometimes can be stressful. You’re consistently working to get the most of every mile you drive and trying to get the best rate for those miles. Sisbro Inc. wants to put an end to the uncertainty some drivers feel from their current employers. So, who is…
Read MoreIt May Not Be Over – Ask About Being Rehired
It’s common to believe the grass is greener on the other side, but what happens when the previous grass turns out to have been the better option? Life happens, and that’s why some trucking companies believe in giving former employees the opportunity to be rehired. Exceptions do apply, however, and drivers will want to ensure…
Read More5 Tips For Long Drives
Do you have a long drive in your near future? If you’re a truck driver, chances are this isn’t your first long haul. Harvard’s School of Medicine discovered that over 50 percent of participants would admit to driving while drowsy. But there are a couple of things you can do to make your trip safer…
Read MoreTruck Driver Appreciation Week – Thank You Drivers
With National Truck Driver Appreciation Week wrapping up for this year (Sept. 8th through Sept. 14th), we want to say thank you to all the truck drivers out there, especially our drivers at Sisbro. “The drivers at Sisbro are very important because we understand that without the drivers, the company doesn’t exist.” – Glenn Meyers,…
Read More3 ways to survive cold and flu season
Fall begins later this month, which means cold and flu season is coming fast. We all deal with germs daily and most of us try to stay mindful of avoiding sickness. This comes easy for those that sit in an office every day, but truckers don’t have that luxury. A truck driver’s surroundings are always…
Read MoreEnjoying Your Mobile Office
When you think of a truck driving career, your potential office space may not be one of the first benefits that comes to mind. However, an office in the cabin of a truck may just be the work environment you’re looking for. Here are some advantages to a traveling workplace: Changing Office Views As an…
Read MoreTruckers beat chronic back pain
Chronic back pain is known to commonly trouble truck drivers. This is because truck drivers are behind the wheel for hours at a time and they face near constant vibrations from the road. Sisbro recommends to our drivers that they develop a stretching routine to make it through each day. By stretching properly, driving can…
Read MoreTruck Drivers and Family Life
A truck driving career provides multiple benefits and stable job security for families. However, trucking jobs can sometimes require long hours away from home that can take a toll on family life if not discussed beforehand. Drivers can begin to feel isolated if they aren’t accustomed to long periods of time away from family, and…
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