The Stevens Transport Roadside Radio Podcast - Episode 167

Stevens Roundtable: Winter Weather Readiness with Senior Safety Director Ken Resta As winter approaches and weather becomes increasingly unpredictable across the country, Senior Director of Safety Ken Resta joins Tim to discuss how drivers can stay prepared using advanced forecasting tools. Ken explains how Stevens Transport uses WeatherOptics to deliver ground-level, real-time weather alerts such as storms, road closures, high winds, chain laws, and travel restrictions directly to drivers through audible onboard notifications and geofenced alerts. Safety Reminder: Safe Mountain and Grade Descent Procedure In this essential safety segment, Safety Supervisor Terrence Burgess reminds us of the proper procedure for descending steep mountain grades without the use of Jake Brakes. He emphasizes selecting the correct gear—using the "divide your gears by two" rule—and locking the transmission in manual mode to prevent unwanted upshifts. Drivers are reminded to use either light, steady braking or the snub braking method to maintain safe speed while keeping brakes cool. Terrence also stresses the importance of a thorough pre-descent brake inspection, daily air-tank drainage to prevent freezing issues, and careful trip planning to anticipate challenging road and weather conditions. Following these steps ensures maximum control, safety, and confidence on every downhill run. Become a Team Driver Discover the transformative world of team driving with Stevens Transport in this insightful discussion. Learn how driving with a partner boosts efficiency, earning potential, and safety, while allowing for nearly constant travel and the enjoyment of America's stunning landscapes. Understand how federal regulations intersect with teamwork logistics, enabling over 5,500 miles a week. Insights on rest strategies, like bunk bed sleeping arrangements, are shared. Stevens Transport explains the advantages of choosing your driving partner and how this approach can elevate your trucking career. Explore team driving's benefits and start your journey to success now. Earn More/Team Up - https://vimeo.com/1020240977 Driver Rendell Thompson Driver Rendell Thompson, a Navy veteran, shares how patience, self-competition, and daily dedication drive his success on and off the road. From learning to adapt to life on the road to mentoring new drivers, his story reminds us that greatness comes from consistency! See the video here: https://youtu.be/2uf3nSnfgZ8?si=A0-BRZK6y2Zrq9FE Staying the Course: Andres Sanchez on Loyalty, Technology & Success In this Driver Spotlight, we sit down with Andres Sanchez III, who has proudly spent all 18 years of his professional driving career with Stevens Transport. Andres reflects on the early days of driving the old blue trucks, the evolution to today's advanced black fleet, and how adapting to new safety technologies has helped drivers stay protected on the road. Tip of the Stevens Cap We are proud to recognize Mason Melen as our September Company Driver of the Month! A huge congratulations to Anthony "Tony" Green on achieving this incredible milestone od one million miles with Stevens Transport! Congratulations to William D. Morris on reaching over 2 MILLION MILES! Pilot/Flying J Rewards App: https://pilotflyingj.com/rewards Become a Driver for Stevens Transport For questions on whether you meet our driver qualifications, please call our Recruiting Department at 1-800-333-8595 or visit: www.stevenstransport.com/drivers/ Stevens Transport 9757 Military Parkway, Dallas, TX 75227 http://www.stevenstransport.com/ http://www.becomeadriver.com/ Driver Recruiting: 1-800-333-8595. Apply Here: https://intelliapp2.driverapponline.com Paragon Leasing Technician Careers: https://www.stevenstransport.com/careers/fleet-maintenance-jobs/