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How to Start a Career in Logistics

Logistics coordinator planning truck routes on dual monitors in a dispatch office

Logistics keeps the country stocked. Every shelf, jobsite and warehouse depends on people who plan, dispatch and drive freight.

Pick your lane

  • Driving: earn your CDL and gain road experience.
  • Dispatch and operations: coordinate trucks, drivers and customers.
  • Safety and compliance: keep fleets running within regulations.
  • Sales and customer service: match shippers with capacity.

Build the right skills

Clear communication, problem solving and comfort with technology matter in every role. Learn the basics of hours-of-service rules, load planning and how freight is priced.

Get your foot in the door

Many carriers hire entry-level operations staff and train them on the job. Ask about mentorship, and treat every load as a chance to learn.

Interested in driving with a team that has your back? Visit our Drive With Us page to apply.

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