Originally appeared in Commercial Carrier Journal. We talk a lot about resilience in our industry. Usually, we use the term to describe our operations: building supply chains that can withstand geopolitical shocks, spec’ing trucks that can handle punishing routes, or insulating our businesses against economic headwinds. But as we head […]
Employee Retention
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Originally appeared in Commercial Carrier Journal. I’ve been writing about the challenges of hiring quality diesel technicians for years, and frankly, it hasn’t gotten any easier. As we move through 2026, thousands of positions remain open across the industry. With trucks becoming more technologically complex and freight demands evolving, fleets […]
Originally appeared in the FleetOwner. Last week, I discussed the need for upskilling fleet diesel techs to meet today’s technology demands. That’s true whether you’re discussing a new hire or a seasoned professional who’s been with you for years. Yet, one of the most persistent challenges facing fleet operators isn’t […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. For carriers, recruiters, and trucking executives, few topics matter more than driver pay and retention. While compensation structures vary widely across fleets, the divide between over-the-road (OTR) and regional/local operations continues to shape both earnings potential and turnover trends. Understanding how these models differ and how […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. It’s no secret that our industry continues to wrestle with persistent labor shortages. From drivers and technicians to logistics, finance, and nearly every function in between, finding and keeping qualified people has become one of the most pressing challenges businesses face today. Building a strong team […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. The future of fleet and maintenance leadership is closer than you think. These managers are the glue that holds your operation together. A great manager can make the difference between retaining skilled technicians and watching them walk out the door. Fleet and maintenance managers play a […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. The trucking industry often focuses on the driver shortage, but there’s another challenge that can bring operations to a halt—the diesel technician shortage. Without skilled technicians to keep trucks road-ready, even the best drivers can’t deliver. According to a recent American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) report, the […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. It’s the fleet problem that never goes away—how to recruit drivers and technicians and, even more importantly, how to keep them. At a recent NationaLease meeting, Dr. Fiona Jamison, VP of research and people analytics at People Results, addressed the issue of technician retention and how fleets can keep […]