Truck driving can be a solitary experience on the open road. Furthermore, freighting cargo long hauls alone can also be dangerous. While many drivers appreciate the freedom and independence of performing full truckload services solo, a two-person crew has its advantages.
Team truck driving involves two qualified drivers sharing the driving responsibilities of transporting a load from point A to point B. As a driver’s company, C&M Transport understands the life and work of road drivers, making it a great place to work. We employ solo drivers and those who prefer a companion in the cab. Here, we explain the benefits of team truck driving and why so many drivers choose to drive for us.
What Is a Team Truck Driver?
A team truck driver is a truck operator who shares a truck and driving duties with another driver. Team driving is a popular option for many drivers because it allows for more continuous freight movement than solo driving.
While operating a cargo transport truck, all drivers must comply with safety regulations, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) rule that drivers can only drive for a maximum of 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off duty. Team drivers split their shifts so that one driver can sleep while the other drives. This ensures that the truck is always moving while still adhering to safety regulations.
In team truck driving, driving responsibilities can be divvied up however the drivers choose. This can include splitting miles 50/50 or having one driver take the lead and drive further than the other, just as long as both drivers remain compliant with safety guidelines.
This driving strategy is often used to deliver goods for industries that face urgent time constraints. The two-driver system ensures the truck is always moving toward its destination.
The Advantages of Team Truck Driving
Sharing the cap of a truck has its advantages, such as:
Higher Potential Earnings
You might think team truck drivers earn less than solo drivers because earnings are split. However, because drivers can run significantly more miles as a duo than they could on their own, team truck drivers can potentially earn more money.
Better Efficiency
With team truck driving, the haul can always be moving. By reducing downtime, delivery times are more manageable, which can result in more jobs and higher pay. Team truck driving is also a more secure driving strategy, as one driver can stay with the rig while the other steps away for any reason. Not needing to leave the truck unattended ensures the cargo remains safe.
Companionship
While navigating America’s highways and thruways alone may be enticing to some, it might not appeal to everyone. Team truck driving allows drivers to have a companion on the road. Sharing the cap with another driver can create a sense of camaraderie, making the role of a truck driver feel less isolated.
Apply Today at C&M Transport
C&M Transport has a great reputation in the industry and is considered a premier one-stop transportation logistics company by customers and drivers. We are operated by professionals who began their careers in the cab. This gives us a unique perspective as to what life is like on the open road. We use this insight to create a positive work environment for our drivers so that they can perform their duties with professionalism and meet the needs of our customers.
We are pleased to offer our drivers the following benefits that they wouldn’t get driving as an independent contractor:
- Centralized dispatch 24 hours/ 365 days
- Miles paid by PC Miler
- Entire owner/operator fleet
- Accurate and consistent settlements
- Awards for drivers who demonstrate safe driving practices
- Dispatched on a first-in, first-out basis
- Low deadhead miles
- The best-loaded miles in the industry
- Open door policy
- No out-of-pocket cost when signing on
- No forced dispatch
With headquarters Located near Cleveland, Ohio, and 17 additional locations nationwide, C&M Transport has roles for long hauls and local delivery milk runs as solo drivers and team truck drivers. Contact us today to learn more about team truck driving for a driver’s company or apply now.