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NTB Drivers Enjoy Home Time in Grand Rapids

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Monday, August 13, 2018

NTB guarantees truck drivers the same 48 hours off each week, allowing you to plan ahead and make the best of your home time. While some days are great for staying home and relaxing, it’s also fun to get out of the house and take advantage of the city you live in. NTB is hiring truck drivers in Grand Rapids - if you live here and are interested in working for the company, or already do, here is a list of fun things to try in your spare time. Read More

Night Driving Tips and Benefits

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Monday, August 6, 2018

If you’re a new driver, you may be delighted to hear that many NTB trucking jobs include night driving shifts. Night driving means advantages such as less traffic on the road and less crowded truck stops. This lends itself to a stress-free drive that new CDL graduates prefer. Read More

Know Your Truck’s Dimensions

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Monday, July 30, 2018

If you don’t want to be the person with a wedged truck under an overpass, you must know the dimensions of your truck and trailer. NTB Trucks are 13' 6" tall by 8' 6" wide. Read More

The Luxury of Drop and Hook

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Monday, July 23, 2018

Loading and unloading isn’t easy, nor is it particularly enjoyable. Most drivers don’t want to deal with having to physically load or unload when they arrive at their destination. That’s why NTB secures driver friendly freight that is 95% drop and hook and 99% no touch. This means that NTB drivers don't have to physically unload their trailers after they have driven hours to arrive at their destination. Read More

The Benefits of Working For a Trucking Company

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Monday, July 16, 2018

NTB is a trucking company that is currently hiring truck drivers for regional driving jobs. While being an owner operator has its own perks, working for a trucking company, like NTB, has a lot benefits. Read More

Trucking Takes a Team

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Monday, July 9, 2018

Truck drivers move the country’s economy forward, and NTB is always hiring qualified drivers. However, trucking isn’t a one person job, it takes a team to keep the show on the road. Along with drivers, we also need the support staff that keeps them safe, on the road, and legal. Read More

Staying Centered

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Monday, July 2, 2018

The art of truck driving is not easily mastered. A seemingly simple skill, such as staying in your lane, is complex and takes experience. NTB knows this and does our best to provide the tips and tricks you need to drive your best. Read our thoughts on how to master the task of staying centered on the road. Read More

Weekend Travel Advantages

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Monday, June 18, 2018

The truck driving industry is a 24/7 operation. This lends itself to the reality that many truck drivers travel on the weekdays, weekends, or both. At NTB, all drivers are guaranteed a minimum of 48 hours off per week with extended benefits for weekend drivers. Following are a few of the benefits to working the weekends. Read More

Traits of a Trucker

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Monday, June 11, 2018

Truck driving isn’t for everybody, but it could be for you. If you are interested in the transportation industry, enjoy being behind the wheel, and consider yourself reliable then you should consider a job with NTB. Read More

Regional Trucking Routes—Why NTB is the Family Friendly Option

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Monday, June 4, 2018

NTB started out as a long haul trucking service, but as customer demands changed, it made more sense to transition to be a regional carrier exclusively. Along with improved customer service, the advantages to drivers are real. Included in these benefits are more home time, lower expenses related to being away from home, and knowing the route you drive. Read More