Truck drivers transport roughly 72% of freight in the United States, creating one of the most important jobs in our economy – as a quick example, research suggests that grocery stores would run out of goods in just three days without truckers (this puts a whole new spin on the great toilet paper shortage of 2020, right?). Professional truck drivers always step up when they are needed and have kept the economy on its feet despite facing unprecedented obstacles, and National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is just one way organizations can publicly demonstrate the value these hard-working individuals deliver.
Hermann Transportation, however, doesn’t wait until September to show our thanks. At least once a quarter, our management and driver hiring teams coordinate events at Hermann offices, warehouses, and terminals.
Earlier this year, Christine Van Hise organized a lunch for our drivers at our Myerstown, PA, terminal. Food, coffee, and company swag were provided as drivers stopped by according to their schedules. Talking to the drivers, Van Hise said, is one of her favorite parts of these events. “It’s great to hear how things are going from our drivers and show that Hermann wants to be involved with them,” she says, having worked in her driver recruiting role for about six years.
At the end of July, several Hermann staff from our New Jersey offices visited our Houston terminal and organized a dinner with the employees and drivers. Approximately thirty drivers attended the event for a great night of food and conversation.
Cookouts and prepared food, group dinners, and company outings have all factored into ways Hermann appreciates their drivers. And during these events, we make sure that our drivers feel heard.
