Truck Driver Jobs, Tariff Drama & $25K Fuel Bonus?! | MVT Recruiting Secrets #EPISODE97 Welcome to The Rig on Wheels Show featuring MVT—the #1 podcast for professional truck drivers and those who recruit, retain, and respect them. 🚛💬 This week, host Kameel E. Gaines breaks down everything shaking up the industry: ➡️ Trump’s surprise EU tariff reversal ➡️ Diesel price shifts and real impact on drivers ➡️ The truth about driver recruiting in 2025 ➡️ Why MVT’s Lead Recruiting Manager Amy says, “We’re still growing—and drivers are staying.” 👥 Special Guest: Amy from MVT (Lead Driver Recruiting Manager) What we cover: How to stand out as a driver applicant Red flags that disqualify you immediately Myths about recruiters ("they lied to me") $25K Fuel Bonus programs and real success stories MVT’s international driver mentorship program MVT's NEW Ohio hiring areas & updated job openings TIME STAMP 00:00:00 Welcome + Tariff Reversal News 00:04:00 Diesel & Gas Price Trends 00:09:30 MVT’s Driver Appreciation Impact 00:13:15 What Makes a Standout Driver Application 00:17:50 The Real Red Flags Recruiters Spot 00:23:00 Debunking “My Recruiter Lied” Myth 00:27:30 International Driver Success (Visa Program) 00:32:10 New Jobs at MVT + Ohio Expansion 00:35:40 Kameel’s Corner: What the Industry Needs Now ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Rig On Wheels Show offers Trucking industry news, hot jobs, and insider tips for professional drivers and #truckingcompanies. But it's more than just headlines it's about respect, recognition and the vital role professional truck drivers play in our daily lives. At our core we believe that professional truck drivers should be respected as pilots of the road. As a leading #driverrecruitment service, we connect skilled CDL drivers with top carriers nationwide but it's not just about jobs it's about recognizing the significance of truck drivers. They navigate challenges, clock long hours, and ensure the country keeps moving forward. SHOW SCHEDULE 🎙 The Rig on Wheels Show featuring MVT is LIVE every Tuesday at 3 PM Central 📺 Edited replay w/ thumbnail drops every Thursday by 10 AM CST 🎧 Audio version airs Thursdays at 3 PM Central on The Rig on Wheels Show Radio Available on iHeartRadio, Spotify, Deezer, and TuneIn — just search "Rig on Wheels" DRIVER GROWTH TOOLS The Driver Magnet Kit™ – $47 Recruitment & Branding System Build your fleet brand. Attract quality CDL-A drivers with job post templates, social media scripts, and recruiting swipe files. Buy now: https://shop.rigonwheels.com/products/the-driver-magnet-kit ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Competing with Giants – Small Fleet Recruiting Book ($19.99) Win top drivers—even if you’re not a mega fleet. Get it here: https://shop.rigonwheels.com/products/competing-with-giants-a-small-trucking-companys-guide-to-winning-professional-drivers ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 📲 Follow Rig on Wheels Everywhere: Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/rigonwheels Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/RigOnWheels/ Twitter ➡️ https://twitter.com/rigonwheels TikTok ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@rigonwheels LinkedIn ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rig-on-wheels-llc/ Pinterest ➡️ https://pinterest.com/rigonwheels LinkedIn (The Rig on Wheels Show)➡️https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-rig-on-wheels-show/ Visit https://www.rigonwheels.com Email questions to recruiting@rigonwheels.com To speak directly to a recruiter, Call 281-968-3100 #TruckingNews #CDLJobs #FreightMarket #TruckingLife #DieselPrices #Truckdrivers #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #truckdriverrecruiter #2ndchance #Truckdriverretention #TruckingPodcast #RigOnWheels #TheRigOnWheelsShow #TruckDriverJobs #MVT #CDLRecruiting #FreightRates #B1VisaDrivers #FreightNews #MesillaValleyTransportation

Diesel Prices Surge & Visa Drivers Break Safety Records | Freight & Trucking News Update | Rig On Wheels Show Ep. 96 Welcome back to The Rig on Wheels Show featuring MVT! In Episode 96, host Kameel E. Gaines sits down again with Pierson, VP of Recruitment at Mesilla Valley Transportation, to unpack the latest developments impacting truck drivers and the freight industry: ✅ Diesel Prices Rising Again: Diesel jumped 6 cents this week—the biggest hike since early April. Kameel and Pierson dive into what these price spikes mean for drivers and fleet profits. ✅ Spot Market Update: Freight volumes surged nearly 31% during CVSA “Blitz Week,” yet many trucks stayed off the roads to avoid inspections. Pierson shares the real story behind the numbers and predicts freight rates heading into June. ✅ Port Inventory Crisis: The Port of Los Angeles warns of continued retail shortages despite the recent 90-day tariff pause with China. Learn how this trade uncertainty is impacting freight loads, driver lanes, and your paycheck. ✅ B-1 Visa Driver Safety Record: MVT’s B-1 visa drivers have emerged as the safest in their fleet. Pierson reveals exactly why their rigorous auditing and English-proficiency testing is setting new standards across the industry. Plus: Kameel and Pierson discuss industry misconceptions about driver training, inspections, and how professional drivers can protect their CSA scores. 🔥 Hot Jobs & Opportunities: Division 010: Flexible lanes nationwide, $1,200–$1,500/week Division 100: Weekly home time, great miles, $1,450–$1,540/week Division 440: Growing fast, consistent runs, $1,200–$1,400/week 📞 Ready for a better driving career? Apply here ➡️ Driver Application https://intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/rigonwheels?r=youtube TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 03:28 News Segment: Freight update, Diesel price rise, Blitz week review, Port of Los Angeles update & more 31:08 Driver Safety Segment: B1 Visa Drivers safety records & Mentorship Program of MVT 46:49 Hot Jobs Segment: Division 10, Division 100, Division 440 & more 57:12 Discussing about Driver Culture and Environmen at MVT ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Rig On Wheels Show offers Trucking industry news, hot jobs, and insider tips for professional drivers and #truckingcompanies. But it's more than just headlines it's about respect, recognition and the vital role professional truck drivers play in our daily lives. At our core we believe that professional truck drivers should be respected as pilots of the road. As a leading #driverrecruitment service, we connect skilled CDL drivers with top carriers nationwide but it's not just about jobs it's about recognizing the significance of truck drivers. They navigate challenges, clock long hours, and ensure the country keeps moving forward. SHOW SCHEDULE 🎙 The Rig on Wheels Show featuring MVT is LIVE every Tuesday at 3 PM Central 📺 Edited replay w/ thumbnail drops every Thursday by 10 AM CST 🎧 Audio version airs Thursdays at 3 PM Central on The Rig on Wheels Show Radio Available on iHeartRadio, Spotify, Deezer, and TuneIn — just search "Rig on Wheels" DRIVER GROWTH TOOLS The Driver Magnet Kit™ – $47 Recruitment & Branding System Build your fleet brand. Attract quality CDL-A drivers with job post templates, social media scripts, and recruiting swipe files. Buy now: https://shop.rigonwheels.com/products/the-driver-magnet-kit ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Competing with Giants – Small Fleet Recruiting Book ($19.99) Win top drivers—even if you’re not a mega fleet. Get it here: https://shop.rigonwheels.com/products/competing-with-giants-a-small-trucking-companys-guide-to-winning-professional-drivers ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 📲 Follow Rig on Wheels Everywhere: Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/rigonwheels Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/RigOnWheels/ Twitter ➡️ https://twitter.com/rigonwheels TikTok ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@rigonwheels LinkedIn ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rig-on-wheels-llc/ Pinterest ➡️ https://pinterest.com/rigonwheels LinkedIn (The Rig on Wheels Show)➡️https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-rig-on-wheels-show/ Visit https://www.rigonwheels.com Email questions to recruiting@rigonwheels.com To speak directly to a recruiter, Call 281-968-3100 #TruckingNews #CDLJobs #FreightMarket #TruckingLife #DieselPrices #Truckdrivers #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #truckdriverrecruiter #2ndchance #Truckdriverretention #TruckingPodcast #RigOnWheels #TheRigOnWheelsShow #TruckDriverJobs #MVT #CDLRecruiting #FreightRates #B1VisaDrivers #FreightNews #MesillaValleyTransportation #driversafety

ENGLISH ONLY?! UPS Layoffs, Tariffs and What Drivers Need to Know | The Rig on Wheels Show featuring MVT#EPISODE93 This week on The Rig on Wheels Show featuring MVT, we’re unpacking major shakeups in trucking—from UPS laying off 12,000 workers and slashing Amazon freight, to Trump’s push for English-only drivers and how tariffs are draining profits across the board. Host Kameel E. Gaines, CEO of Rig on Wheels and creator of the upcoming Driver Magnet Kit™, is joined by MVT’s top recruiters Josue Fierro and Robert Rubalcaba to break down what these changes mean for drivers, recruiters, and the industry as a whole. You’ll hear about: • UPS pulling back from Amazon: what it really means • How Trump’s new trucking policy targets immigrant drivers • The truth about tariffs, cost-of-living increases, and retail slowdowns • Why small carriers are getting crushed—and how to stay competitive • Hiring tips to help drivers and recruiters win in a changing market ⸻ COMING SOON: The Driver Magnet Kit™ A $47 digital toolkit designed to help small carriers build a powerful driver brand, attract qualified CDL drivers, and stop begging for applications. ⸻ Grab the book: Competing with Giants by Kameel E. Gaines The ultimate guide for small and mid-size carriers to recruit and retain professional drivers like the big fleets. Buy now: recruitmenttool.samcart.com/products/competing-with-giants-a-small-trucking-companys-guide-to-winning-professional-drivers ⸻ HOT JOBS THIS WEEK with MVT: • Division 230 – TX, NM, AZ, CA | $1,200–$1,400/week • Division 330 – TX to Midwest/PA | $1,400–$1,600/week • Division 440 – TX to Southeast | $1,200–$1,400/week • Local Lane (Lowe’s – Columbus, OH) | Mon–Fri, Home Daily APPLY NOW: Fill out the driver application at: https://intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/rigonwheels?r=youtube Or call 281-968-3100 to speak with a recruiter today. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Who We Are: The Rig on Wheels Show is the #1 truck driver recruitment podcast in the U.S., spotlighting industry news, driver success stories, and cutting-edge hiring strategies. Powered by Mesilla Valley Transportation (MVT)—a leader in safety, innovation, and fuel efficiency with over 1,900 trucks on the road. Subscribe for weekly content covering: • Trucking industry trends • Recruiting and retention strategies • DEI in transportation • Technology, operations, and driver insights TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 03:05 News Segment: UPS firing 20K Drivers?, Tariff Situation, Trump's new English mandate rule & more 37:13 Hot Jobs Segment: Division 230, Division 330, Division 440, & more 50:02 Driver and Recruitment tips: What drivers and recruiters looking in 2025? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Come back often to see our latest uploads! We post new videos at least once a week and share hot jobs whenever we find them. Enjoy your time here!.​​ 📲 Follow Rig on Wheels Everywhere: Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/rigonwheels Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/RigOnWheels/ Twitter ➡️ https://twitter.com/rigonwheels TikTok ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@rigonwheels LinkedIn ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rig-on-wheels-llc/ Pinterest ➡️ https://pinterest.com/rigonwheels LinkedIn (The Rig on Wheels Show)➡️https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-rig-on-wheels-show/ Visit https://www.rigonwheels.com Email questions to recruiting@rigonwheels.com To speak directly to a recruiter, Call 281-968-3100 UPS truck driver layoffs Trump English-only trucking rule Best trucking companies hiring now MVT driver recruiter tips How to become a truck driver in 2025 Cross-border freight challenges Trucking industry news today #TruckingNews #CDLJobs #TruckDriver #FreightMarket #TruckingLife #DieselPrices #Layoffs #TruckingBusiness #Truckdrivers #Truckcompanies #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #truckdriverrecruiter #truckdriverjobs #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #TruckDriverRecruiting #TruckingPodcast #RigOnWheels #TheRigOnWheelsShow #DriverPay #FreightRates #TariffImpact #CDLDrivers #MVT #KameelEGaines #DriverRetention #FleetManagement #SmallFleetSuccess #FreightCrisis #TruckDrivers #UPSLayoffs #Trump2025 #RigOnWheelsShow #DriverMagnetKit #DriverRecruitment #CompetingWithGiants #TruckingPolicy #TrumpTariffs #UPSNews #TruckDriverPodcast #HotTruckingJobs

Arkansas NEW Law for Truckers -What You MUST Know! | The Rig On Wheels Show #EPISODE92 In today's show, join Kameel E. Gaines, Founder & CEO of Rig On Wheels, and Robert Pierson, Vice President of Recruiting at MVT, as they break down the latest trucking industry updates. Get insights on Q1 2025 freight trends, diesel price shifts and how new tariffs are impacting jobs at Mack Trucks. Plus, we’ll discuss DHL’s $800 shipping rule and Arkansas’ controversial CDL English mandate. Tune in now for these important updates and subscribe for weekly trucking news! 📌 Inside This Episode: Freight Market Update: ATA Q1 2025 data – Is the trucking industry rebounding? Mack Trucks Layoffs: How tariffs and union deals are impacting manufacturing. Arkansas’ English Mandate: New fines for non-fluent CDL holders – Fair or profiling? Hot Takes: Trump’s tariffs, fuel efficiency, and the 2025 trucking outlook. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Rig On Wheels Show offers Trucking industry news, hot jobs, and insider tips for professional drivers and #truckingcompanies. But it's more than just headlines it's about respect, recognition and the vital role professional truck drivers play in our daily lives. At our core we believe that professional truck drivers should be respected as pilots of the road. As a leading #driverrecruitment service, we connect skilled CDL drivers with top carriers nationwide but it's not just about jobs it's about recognizing the significance of truck drivers. They navigate challenges, clock long hours, and ensure the country keeps moving forward. SHOW SCHEDULE 🎙 The Rig on Wheels Show featuring MVT is LIVE every Tuesday at 3 PM Central 📺 Edited replay w/ thumbnail drops every Thursday by 10 AM CST 🎧 Audio version airs Thursdays at 3 PM Central on The Rig on Wheels Show Radio Available on iHeartRadio, Spotify, Deezer, and TuneIn — just search "Rig on Wheels" 📘 Want to compete with the big carriers? 📘Grab your copy of Competing with Giants: A Small Trucking Company’s Guide to Winning Professional Drivers 👉COMPETING WITH GIANTS: A Small Trucking Company's Guide to Winning Professional Drivers:- https://recruitmenttool.mysamcart.com/checkout/competing-with-giants-a-small-trucking-companys-guide-to-winning-professional-drivers TRUCKING PROGRAM: https://recruitmenttool.samcart.com/products/trucking-business-accelerator If you're interested in applying, click the link down below! https://intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/rigonwheels?r=bcb HYPERLINK https://intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/rigonwheels?r=podcast"podcast TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 02:23 Industry News Segment: Freight update, Diesel update, Mack trucks news, Language issue in trucking & more 43:15 Hot Jobs Segment: Division 100, Division 400, Division 440 and more ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Rig On Wheels is a freight broker and recruitment agency that assists Truck Driving Companies in reducing turnover risk and securing the cultural environment. By understanding the core values and intrinsic needs of the truck driver companies, we are able to identify truck drivers who will be a good fit, and we pride ourselves on not wasting your time with candidates who don't meet your requirements. We specialize in placing drivers with companies whom they respect, who value them as individuals, and who will look after them now and into the future. Our Services 🚛 Truck Driver Recruitments 📈 Truck Driver Retention Consultations 🚛 Driver Development ⌛ Felon Hiring Consultations Come back often to see our latest uploads! We post new videos at least once a week and share hot jobs whenever we find them. Enjoy your time here!.​​ 📲 Follow Rig on Wheels Everywhere: Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/rigonwheels Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/RigOnWheels/ Twitter ➡️ https://twitter.com/rigonwheels TikTok ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@rigonwheels LinkedIn ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rig-on-wheels-llc/ Pinterest ➡️ https://pinterest.com/rigonwheels LinkedIn (The Rig on Wheels Show)➡️https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-rig-on-wheels-show/ Visit https://www.rigonwheels.com Email questions to recruiting@rigonwheels.com To speak directly to a recruiter, Call 281-968-3100 #TruckingNews #CDLJobs #TruckDriver #FreightMarket #TruckingLife #DieselPrices #Layoffs #TruckingBusiness #Truckdrivers #Truckcompanies #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #truckdriverrecruiter #truckdriverjobs #2ndchance #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #TruckingNews #TruckDriverRecruiting #TruckingPodcast #RigOnWheels #TheRigOnWheelsShow #DriverPay #FreightRates #TariffImpact #CDLDrivers #MVT #KameelEGaines #DriverRetention #FleetManagement #SmallFleetSuccess #FreightCrisis

Driverless Trucks Just Made Their FIRST Delivery - Here’s What It Means for You | The Rig On Wheels Show #episode94 The future is here — and it’s riding down I-45. In this episode of The Rig on Wheels Show featuring MVT, we break down the historic launch of Aurora Innovation’s first commercial driverless truck delivery, completed with no human in the cab. Is this the beginning of a new era… or just overhyped tech? Join host Kameel E. Gaines, CEO of Rig on Wheels, and Pierson, VP of Recruitment at Mesilla Valley Transportation, as they unpack the facts, debate what this means for driver jobs, and discuss how it could reshape the industry—from mechanics to freight lanes. In this episode: Aurora’s driverless semi-truck delivery via Uber Freight and Hirschbach Will this solve or worsen the driver shortage? Why mechanics might be the real missing piece Hot job openings for CDL-A drivers across the U.S. Powerful story of Chavez Armstrong, a former driver now leading the yard team at MVT Plus, how to get started on a real career path, not just another trucking gig Featured Job Openings This Week: Division 110: Teams | Avg. $1,600–$1,800/week per driver | Home Weekly Division 230: Southwest Regional Solo | Avg. $1,200–$1,400/week Division 440: South Central/Southeast Solo | Home Weekly + Growing Freight TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 02:11 Industry News Segment: Spot market rates, Fuel prices update, Driverless truck's first delivery 20:24 Discussing about MVT's driver culture & environment 23:05 Hot Jobs Segment: Divison 110 for teams, Division 230, Division 440 and more ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Rig On Wheels Show offers Trucking industry news, hot jobs, and insider tips for professional drivers and #truckingcompanies. But it's more than just headlines it's about respect, recognition and the vital role professional truck drivers play in our daily lives. At our core we believe that professional truck drivers should be respected as pilots of the road. As a leading #driverrecruitment service, we connect skilled CDL drivers with top carriers nationwide but it's not just about jobs it's about recognizing the significance of truck drivers. They navigate challenges, clock long hours, and ensure the country keeps moving forward. SHOW SCHEDULE 🎙 The Rig on Wheels Show featuring MVT is LIVE every Tuesday at 3 PM Central 📺 Edited replay w/ thumbnail drops every Thursday by 10 AM CST 🎧 Audio version airs Thursdays at 3 PM Central on The Rig on Wheels Show Radio Available on iHeartRadio, Spotify, Deezer, and TuneIn — just search "Rig on Wheels" 📘 Want to compete with the big carriers? 📘Grab your copy of Competing with Giants: A Small Trucking Company’s Guide to Winning Professional Drivers 👉COMPETING WITH GIANTS: A Small Trucking Company's Guide to Winning Professional Drivers:- https://recruitmenttool.mysamcart.com/checkout/competing-with-giants-a-small-trucking-companys-guide-to-winning-professional-drivers TRUCKING PROGRAM: https://recruitmenttool.samcart.com/products/trucking-business-accelerator If you're interested in applying, click the link down below! https://intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/rigonwheels?r=bcb HYPERLINK https://intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/rigonwheels?r=podcast"podcast ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 📲 Follow Rig on Wheels Everywhere: Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/rigonwheels Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/RigOnWheels/ Twitter ➡️ https://twitter.com/rigonwheels TikTok ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@rigonwheels LinkedIn ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rig-on-wheels-llc/ Pinterest ➡️ https://pinterest.com/rigonwheels LinkedIn (The Rig on Wheels Show)➡️https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-rig-on-wheels-show/ Visit https://www.rigonwheels.com Email questions to recruiting@rigonwheels.com To speak directly to a recruiter, Call 281-968-3100 driverless trucks 2025 autonomous trucking news first driverless truck delivery trucking industry trends freight market update May 2025 CDL jobs near me MVT trucking careers regional trucking jobs weekly home time highest paying trucking jobs #TruckingNews #CDLJobs #TruckDriver #FreightMarket #TruckingLife #DieselPrices #Layoffs #TruckingBusiness #Truckdrivers #Truckcompanies #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #truckdriverrecruiter #truckdriverjobs #2ndchance #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #TruckingNews #TruckDriverRecruiting #TruckingPodcast #RigOnWheels #TheRigOnWheelsShow #DriverlessTrucking #TruckDriverJobs #AuroraTrucks #MVT #TruckingNews #CDLRecruiting #DieselTech

Freight rates are surging—and if you’re not prepared, your trucking profits could disappear. On this episode of The Rig on Wheels Show featuring MVT, Kameel E. Gaines and VP of Recruitment Pierson break down the 90-day tariff pause, why freight costs are rising, and what smart truck drivers and fleet owners should do right now. Key Points:- What’s behind the trans-Pacific ocean freight spike Why West Coast ports are waking up How tariff talk is changing consumer buying patterns Real talk on inflation, $1.75 avocados, and what it means for your trucking business Ageism in trucking: how MVT supports older drivers 4+ high-paying CDL-A jobs with weekly home time The truth about B1 visa drivers and English proficiency rules Why safe drivers are MORE valuable in the age of autonomous trucks If you’re a driver, recruiter, fleet owner, or logistics leader—this is your tactical freight update. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 01:55 News Segment: Tariffs update & impact, Freight updates, Fuel prices & more 27:20 Discussing about MVT's driver Culture and Environment 32:33 Hot Jobs Segment: Division 100, Division 230, Division 330 and Division 400 43:45 Discussing about MVT's Driver appreciation program, B1 Driver rules & more ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Rig On Wheels Show offers Trucking industry news, hot jobs, and insider tips for professional drivers and #truckingcompanies. But it's more than just headlines it's about respect, recognition and the vital role professional truck drivers play in our daily lives. At our core we believe that professional truck drivers should be respected as pilots of the road. As a leading #driverrecruitment service, we connect skilled CDL drivers with top carriers nationwide but it's not just about jobs it's about recognizing the significance of truck drivers. They navigate challenges, clock long hours, and ensure the country keeps moving forward. SHOW SCHEDULE 🎙 The Rig on Wheels Show featuring MVT is LIVE every Tuesday at 3 PM Central 📺 Edited replay w/ thumbnail drops every Thursday by 10 AM CST 🎧 Audio version airs Thursdays at 3 PM Central on The Rig on Wheels Show Radio Available on iHeartRadio, Spotify, Deezer, and TuneIn — just search "Rig on Wheels" DRIVER GROWTH TOOLS The Driver Magnet Kit™ – $47 Recruitment & Branding System Build your fleet brand. Attract quality CDL-A drivers with job post templates, social media scripts, and recruiting swipe files. Buy now: https://shop.rigonwheels.com/products/the-driver-magnet-kit ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Competing with Giants – Small Fleet Recruiting Book ($19.99) Win top drivers—even if you’re not a mega fleet. Get it here: https://shop.rigonwheels.com/products/competing-with-giants-a-small-trucking-companys-guide-to-winning-professional-drivers ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you're interested in applying, click the link down below! https://intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/rigonwheels?r=bcb HYPERLINK https://intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/rigonwheels?r=podcast"podcast ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 📲 Follow Rig on Wheels Everywhere: Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/rigonwheels Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/RigOnWheels/ Twitter ➡️ https://twitter.com/rigonwheels TikTok ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@rigonwheels LinkedIn ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rig-on-wheels-llc/ Pinterest ➡️ https://pinterest.com/rigonwheels LinkedIn (The Rig on Wheels Show)➡️https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-rig-on-wheels-show/ Visit https://www.rigonwheels.com Email questions to recruiting@rigonwheels.com To speak directly to a recruiter, Call 281-968-3100 #TruckingNews #CDLJobs #TruckDriver #FreightMarket #TruckingLife #DieselPrices #Layoffs #TruckingBusiness #Truckdrivers #Truckcompanies #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #truckdriverrecruiter #truckdriverjobs #2ndchance #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #TruckingNews #TruckDriverRecruiting #TruckingPodcast #RigOnWheels #TheRigOnWheelsShow #DriverlessTrucking #TruckDriverJobs #AuroraTrucks #MVT #TruckingNews #CDLRecruiting #DieselTech #FreightRates #LogisticsNews #TruckingWithHeart

How New Rates Affect Drivers and Freight (MVT Expert Analysis) | The Rig On Wheels Show #EPISODE90 What do new China tariffs mean for freight, fuel, and your fleet? On this episode of The Rig on Wheels Show featuring MVT, host Kameel E. Gaines and Robert Pierson of Mesilla Valley Transportation break down how these changes are already rippling through the trucking industry -- and what drivers and fleets need to watch out for. If you’re a fleet owner, recruiter, safety manager, or professional driver, this is your heads-up. 🚨 INSIDE THIS EPISODE: Tariff fallout: What’s hitting trucking hardest right now The freight rate domino effect How driver pay and lane strategy could change fast Freight fraud is everywhere — SCAM ALERT breakdown What MVT is doing to stay prepared ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Rig On Wheels Show offers Trucking industry news, hot jobs, and insider tips for professional drivers and #truckingcompanies. But it's more than just headlines it's about respect, recognition and the vital role professional truck drivers play in our daily lives. At our core we believe that professional truck drivers should be respected as pilots of the road. As a leading #driverrecruitment service, we connect skilled CDL drivers with top carriers nationwide but it's not just about jobs it's about recognizing the significance of truck drivers. They navigate challenges, clock long hours, and ensure the country keeps moving forward. SHOW SCHEDULE 🎙 The Rig on Wheels Show featuring MVT is LIVE every Tuesday at 3 PM Central 📺 Edited replay w/ thumbnail drops every Thursday by 10 AM CST 🎧 Audio version airs Thursdays at 3 PM Central on The Rig on Wheels Show Radio Available on iHeartRadio, Spotify, Deezer, and TuneIn — just search "Rig on Wheels" 📘 Want to compete with the big carriers? 📘Grab your copy of Competing with Giants: A Small Trucking Company’s Guide to Winning Professional Drivers 👉COMPETING WITH GIANTS: A Small Trucking Company's Guide to Winning Professional Drivers:- https://recruitmenttool.mysamcart.com/checkout/competing-with-giants-a-small-trucking-companys-guide-to-winning-professional-drivers TRUCKING PROGRAM: https://recruitmenttool.samcart.com/products/trucking-business-accelerator If you're interested in applying, click the link down below! https://intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/rigonwheels?r=bcb HYPERLINK https://intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/rigonwheels?r=podcast"podcast TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 02:08 Industry News Segment: Spot market rates, Tariffs situation & impact, MVT's milestone & Diesel update 30:42 Hot jobs Segment: Division 100, Division 150, Division 230, Division 329 & more 41:39 Discussing about Key Takeaways from the MATS (Mid America Truck Show) 2025 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Rig On Wheels is a freight broker and recruitment agency that assists Truck Driving Companies in reducing turnover risk and securing the cultural environment. By understanding the core values and intrinsic needs of the truck driver companies, we are able to identify truck drivers who will be a good fit, and we pride ourselves on not wasting your time with candidates who don't meet your requirements. We specialize in placing drivers with companies whom they respect, who value them as individuals, and who will look after them now and into the future. Our Services 🚛 Truck Driver Recruitments 📈 Truck Driver Retention Consultations 🚛 Driver Development ⌛ Felon Hiring Consultations Come back often to see our latest uploads! We post new videos at least once a week and share hot jobs whenever we find them. Enjoy your time here!.​​ 📲 Follow Rig on Wheels Everywhere: Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/rigonwheels Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/RigOnWheels/ Twitter ➡️ https://twitter.com/rigonwheels TikTok ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@rigonwheels LinkedIn ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rig-on-wheels-llc/ Pinterest ➡️ https://pinterest.com/rigonwheels LinkedIn (The Rig on Wheels Show)➡️https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-rig-on-wheels-show/ Visit https://www.rigonwheels.com Email questions to recruiting@rigonwheels.com To speak directly to a recruiter, Call 281-968-3100 #Truckdrivers #Truckcompanies #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #truckdriverrecruiter #truckdriverjobs #2ndchance #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #TruckingNews #TruckDriverRecruiting #TruckingPodcast #RigOnWheels #TheRigOnWheelsShow #DriverPay #FreightRates #TariffImpact #CDLDrivers #MVT #KameelEGaines #DriverRetention #FleetManagement #SmallFleetSuccess #FreightCrisis

Freight Crisis 2025: CA's Struggle and Trucker Adaptations | Rig on Wheels Show #EPISODE91 In today's show, join Kameel E. Gaines, Founder & CEO of Rig On Wheels and Robert Pierson, Vice President of Recruiting at MVT, as we dive into the 2025 freight crisis. We also unpack California's growing freight crisis and how truckers are adapting in 2025. From regulatory changes to economic pressures, the trucking industry faces a complex landscape. Discover how drivers and companies are navigating these shifts to keep the wheels turning. Tune in now! The Rig On Wheels Show offers Trucking industry news, hot jobs, and insider tips for professional drivers and #truckingcompanies. But it's more than just headlines it's about respect, recognition and the vital role professional truck drivers play in our daily lives. At our core we believe that professional truck drivers should be respected as pilots of the road. As a leading #driverrecruitment service, we connect skilled CDL drivers with top carriers nationwide but it's not just about jobs it's about recognizing the significance of truck drivers. They navigate challenges, clock long hours, and ensure the country keeps moving forward. Join us Tuesdays at 3pm CST and subscribe for regular #truckingindustry updates. Let's make #driverretention and #drivershortage top priorities together! COMPETING WITH GIANTS: A Small Trucking Company's Guide to Winning Professional Drivers:- https://recruitmenttool.mysamcart.com/checkout/competing-with-giants-a-small-trucking-companys-guide-to-winning-professional-drivers TRUCKING PROGRAM: https://recruitmenttool.samcart.com/products/trucking-business-accelerator If you're interested in applying, click the link down below! https://intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/rigonwheels?r=bcb HYPERLINK "https://intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/rigonwheels?r=podcast"podcast TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 01:59 News Segment: Spot rates update, Effect of Trump-China tariffs, Freight fraud situation 30:09 Hot Jobs Segment: Division 150, Division 300, Division 328, Division 440 & more 42:46 Retention & Recruitment: Discussing about Retention at MVT & what MVT is looking while hiring drivers ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Rig On Wheels is a freight broker and recruitment agency that assists Truck Driving Companies in reducing turnover risk and securing the cultural environment. By understanding the core values and intrinsic needs of the truck driver companies, we are able to identify truck drivers who will be a good fit, and we pride ourselves on not wasting your time with candidates who don't meet your requirements. We specialize in placing drivers with companies whom they respect, who value them as individuals, and who will look after them now and into the future. Our Services 🚛 Truck Driver Recruitments 📈 Truck Driver Retention Consultations 🚛 Driver Development ⌛ Felon Hiring Consultations Come back often to see our latest uploads! We post new videos at least once a week and share hot jobs whenever we find them. Enjoy your time here!.​​ Follow us on Social Media!! Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/rigonwheels Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/RigOnWheels/ Twitter ➡️ https://twitter.com/rigonwheels TikTok ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@rigonwheels LinkedIn ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rig-on-wheels-llc/ Pinterest ➡️ https://pinterest.com/rigonwheels Visit https://www.rigonwheels.com Email questions to recruiting@rigonwheels.com To speak directly to a recruiter, Call 281-968-3100 #Truckdrivers #Truckcompanies #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #truckdriverrecruiter #truckdriverjobs #2ndchance #Truckcompanies #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #jobsforfelons #jobforsap #secondchance #freightcrisis2025 #californiatrucking #supplychaindisruption #logistics2025 #freightnews

Why Truckers LOVE MVT - April 2025 Could Change Trucking Forever #EPISODE89 In today's show, join Kameel E. Gaines, Founder & CEO of Rig On Wheels and Robert Pierson, Vice President of Recruiting at MVT, as we discuss why truckers are choosing MVT and how April 2025 could bring major changes to the industry. With shifting freight trends, evolving regulations, and new opportunities emerging, drivers need to stay ahead. Find out what’s coming and why MVT continues to be a top choice for truckers navigating these changes. Tune in now! The Rig On Wheels Show offers Trucking industry news, hot jobs, and insider tips for professional drivers and #truckingcompanies. But it's more than just headlines it's about respect, recognition and the vital role professional truck drivers play in our daily lives. At our core we believe that professional truck drivers should be respected as pilots of the road. As a leading #driverrecruitment service, we connect skilled CDL drivers with top carriers nationwide but it's not just about jobs it's about recognizing the significance of truck drivers. They navigate challenges, clock long hours, and ensure the country keeps moving forward. Join us Tuesdays at 3pm CST and subscribe for regular #truckingindustry updates. Let's make #driverretention and #drivershortage top priorities together! COMPETING WITH GIANTS: A Small Trucking Company's Guide to Winning Professional Drivers:- https://recruitmenttool.mysamcart.com/checkout/competing-with-giants-a-small-trucking-companys-guide-to-winning-professional-drivers TRUCKING PROGRAM: https://recruitmenttool.samcart.com/products/trucking-business-accelerator If you're interested in applying, click the link down below! https://intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/rigonwheels?r=bcb HYPERLINK "https://intelliapp.driverapponline.com/c/rigonwheels?r=podcast"podcast TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 02:25 Industry News Segment: Spot market update, Tariffs impact, Diesel update, April events & Tenstreet's new acquisition 39:17 Discussing about MVT's quarterly driver appreciation program 44:10 Hot Jobs Segment: Division 150, Division 220, Division 230, Division 300 & more 55:07 Informing about Trucks & Equipment at Mesilla Valley Transportation ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Rig On Wheels is a freight broker and recruitment agency that assists Truck Driving Companies in reducing turnover risk and securing the cultural environment. By understanding the core values and intrinsic needs of the truck driver companies, we are able to identify truck drivers who will be a good fit, and we pride ourselves on not wasting your time with candidates who don't meet your requirements. We specialize in placing drivers with companies whom they respect, who value them as individuals, and who will look after them now and into the future. Our Services 🚛 Truck Driver Recruitments 📈 Truck Driver Retention Consultations 🚛 Driver Development ⌛ SAP Driver & Hiring Consultations ⌛ Felon Hiring Consultations Come back often to see our latest uploads! We post new videos at least once a week and share hot jobs whenever we find them. Enjoy your time here!.​​ Follow us on Social Media!! Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/rigonwheels Facebook ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/RigOnWheels/ Twitter ➡️ https://twitter.com/rigonwheels TikTok ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@rigonwheels LinkedIn ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rig-on-wheels-llc/ Pinterest ➡️ https://pinterest.com/rigonwheels Visit https://www.rigonwheels.com Email questions to recruiting@rigonwheels.com To speak directly to a recruiter, Call 281-968-3100 #Truckdrivers #Truckcompanies #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #truckdriverrecruiter #truckdriverjobs #2ndchance #Truckcompanies #Truckdriverretention #Truckdriverrecruitment #jobsforfelons #jobforsap #secondchance