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34 G.I. JOBS | FEBRUARY 2018 | GIJOBS.COM "At TMC, we recognize the skills, traits and leadership qualities that veterans bring to the organization. Our structured orientation and training process makes for an easy transition," explained Stacey Sickmiller, social media marketing manager for TMC Transportation. While the long hours away from family are undoubtedly a challenge, the industry has made great strides in ensuring that long-haul truck drivers balance work and home life and avoid an unhealthy amount of driving. That said, most new drivers with no experience may start out on a long-haul route that could keep you away from your family for longer periods before moving into regional or local driver positions that offer more time at home. So, if you don't yet have a family, this could be an especially good time for you to get started. OTHER OPPS But don't assume that you'll have to start out behind the wheel of a cross-country rig. There are plenty of other jobs that play integral supporting roles to those who do the driving. In fact, many of the hot jobs listed on the following pages are not driving jobs at all. "Reddaway † has found that veterans make great employees for their team-oriented mindset, exemplary leadership skills and keen sense of discipline. These three things have led our veteran hires throughout the ranks at Reddaway. It is no mistake that three of our division vice presidents are prior service members," explained Lucas Morgan, recruiter at Reddaway. TRUCKING Our veteran employees come to us well-trained, disciplined and always able to contribute beyond their current assignment. We are fortunate to have veterans in every facet of our business— from sales, leadership, IT, HR and behind the wheel of our tractors." "Our veteran employees come to us well-trained, disciplined, focused and always able to contribute beyond their current assignment. We are fortunate to have veterans in every facet of our business—from sales, leadership, IT, HR and behind the wheel of our tractors," added Tamara Jalving, director of Talent Acquisition for Holland * . And, once you're in, the sky's the limit to how high you can climb – there's plenty of room to grow your career and your earnings. So, get a move on and turn the page to learn more. TAMARA JALVING Director of Talent Acquisition Holland * † Company is a paid client. *Company is a paid advertiser in this issue.