Compounding pandemic related exits, electronic measuring devices are driving truckers out of the industry as well. Truckers are paid based on mileage, but they are only allowed to drive eleven hours each day, a measure that can feel too restrictive for many of them. Read more…
Logistic giants ArcBest are pouring millions into remote-operated forklifts to help assuage labor shortage problems. Warehouse workers will soon be able to remotely operate forklifts from anywhere in the world, from the safety of their own homes, making the job immensely attractive during the Covid-19 pandemic. Read more…
In an attempt to combat worker shortage issues, trucking firm KLLM Transport Services, one of the largest trucking companies in the US, is giving raises up to 33%, allowing some of its drivers to earn up to $150,000 in their first year. Read more…
