It’s no secret that the Canadian Trucking Industry is suffering from a trucking labour shortage. In fact, it is estimated that approximately 320,000 new employees will be needed in the next 10 years to keep the trucking industry moving. The main reason for the shortage is retirements of the industry’s current drivers. A study by [...]
Guest Post by Jeremy Derricks Oh, it's great to be home. But when you first start out in trucking there is an adjustment. It's sometimes missed and can cause problems. Before you know it, you and your spouse are fighting. One cause of frustration is the disruption caused when you return. It may be an [...]
Winter is challenging for truck drivers. Ice, snow, storms, and freezing temperatures all have their particular risks; in addition to the general risk drivers are exposed too. How you deal with the additional risk is the same as you deal with the normal challenges and risks of being a truck driver - good driving habits. [...]
Trucking companies operating authorities aren't just a cash grab. We are expected to operate compliant with all rules and regulations that govern our industry. We are monitored and checked. Every trucking company has a safety rating. Violations, even seemingly small ones, are counted against our rating. As professional truck drivers we are expected to be [...]
Halloween is a fun time. The kiddies get all dressed up with their imagination running wild. The lights, colour, and unique subject matter also provides some great photo opportunities. Let's see some Halloween photos. Send them in to LenDuboisTrucking and we'll share 'em so others can enjoy 'em. Happy Shooting!
Winter is just around the corner. Well, if you've been through the mountains then you know winter is already in full swing. There are a few things you should take with you in case you find yourself in a difficult situation. You need to plan for some day to day time outside in cold or [...]
Submitted by Cindy Derricks I’ll be brief. Your husband should work for Len Dubois Trucking simply because they are the best trucking company in Winnipeg. Okay, so that was the short answer. If you don’t believe me then here’s the long winded explanation. Nearly 13 years ago Jeremy passed his test and came home with [...]
From the Len Dubois Trucking yard in Winnipeg, Manitoba to the brilliant lights of Las Vegas our driving team has been capturing some great photos. Here are the favorites from September just incase you missed them. [...]
When you first get your Class 1 (or CDL equivalent), and start looking for your first trucking job, you will likely be searching the internet for some opinions of various trucking companies. What you'll find is a lot negativity about almost every company. Actually this scenario can play out at any point of your trucking [...]
This week is the CVSA’s Operation Air Brake/Brake Safety Week September 8-14, 2013. According to the CVSA website this week is an educational campaign to promote brake safety in North America. The activities this week will consist of: CVSA-certified inspectors conduct roadside inspections of commercial vehicles and their drivers with an emphasis on braking systems. [...]