Is truck driving hard? Advice for new drivers and ways to relieve stress

[@jaesgarage615]

I’m about to drive for Schneider; I’m a retired Army Veteran amongst other veterans of all kinds. Thank you to all truckers that hail long and local. I know how important it is to keep the wheels rolling but also family to stay connected to in addition to support groups.

[@schneiderjobs]

That is very exciting, congratulations and welcome! Comradery is very important for drivers and vets! Thank you for your service!

[@haynes1776]

I admit trucking can be stressful. It's a dangerous job. It's just very important to put safety first always. And yes, to relieve stress, I would exercise, keep in touch with family and friends, writing letters. That is how I relive stress on my off duty time.

[@schneiderjobs]

Those are great tips, thanks so much for sharing and watching! Stay safe out there.

[@truthseeker1833]

Writing letters?!?!?!🤣🤣🤣 Are you sure you're not on a horse drawn buggy???

[@haynes1776]

@@truthseeker1833 In my last trucking experience, I didn't have a tv in my sleeper, So that's what I did on my off duty time by writing letters to friends and family back home. And I played video games at the arcades of some truck stops. Hey, I had to have some fun to relive stress while in the road. Lol

[@NoRevengeNeeded]

@@truthseeker1833 what's wrong with that?

[@truthseeker1833]

@@haynes1776 lol that's awesome

[@DaniElleIRL]

That was very comforting!! From a new driver, thank you for that!! And you’re right about all of it! I’m a Schneider driver and I can say I’ve never felt so taken care of by a company!! Everyone has been absolutely awesome to me in helping me grow as a safe and successful driver!!

[@schneiderjobs]

Wonderful! We are so glad to hear that. Stay safe.

[@andrewschyf3825]

Thanks. As a new driver, just starting with a company - needed to hear this today. :)

[@alypizarro7611]

I love Kellylynn videos, they give me hope that I will be able to succeed once I start driving. Looking forward to transitioning from my job behind a desk to being behind the wheel.

[@schneiderjobs]

So glad you like the videos with Kellylynn, Aly! We wish you luck in your truck driving career and hope you consider coming to Schneider: schneiderjobs.com/truck-driving-jobs/women-in-trucking.

[@danstafford5977]

There's a lot of new gadgets and appliances nowadays.... electric kettle a rice cooker an the air fryer... very versatile and convenient!

[@kennethcole02]

what a lovely woman, all the best in your future career.

[@danstafford5977]

A porta potty and a urinal... I would never be without it!

[@leslieross7555]

Thank you , this was so helpful!

[@schneiderjobs]

Thanks, Leslie!

[@xDead27Eyex]

To relieve stress on the road I speed on the highway. Are you guys hiring?

[@Lizbeth36961]

What happens if you’re new in the position and have an emergency and need be out for a few weeks, are these companies understanding or do you get fired? I’m asking about NEW employees

[@truckersmitty]

I just started I wouldn’t say it’s hard it’s more of a mental thing my biggest thing so far is showering and some of these places you go to are tight to new driver that’s stressful but I take my time and get it in there and like she said time management that’s important samsari eld’s are garbage stay trucking and farting peace

[@gavnonadoroge3092]

she loves it so much that she is almost crying

[@gregsamson7129]

How long have you been driving? The entire time with Schneider?

[@levinbarak1572]

Good luck in your job, I want to ask u about something plz

[@ctg18158]

It sucks. Do something that gives you a more normal life. These companies don't pay what the job is worth.

[@truthseeker1833]

I'd put money this lady is a paid actress

[@joshwestfall8750]

No she’s a Schneider driver

[@asadianbelifont3875]

I have more respect for truck drivers than any other profession. The anxiety I would feel I couldn't handle it way too many morons on the roads.