Transportation  March 25, 2019

State, nation faces truck driver shortage

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A shortage of truck drivers has created an opportunity for immigrants.

The Denver Post reported that the number of licensed truck drivers has declined in the state even as wages have increased. And the issue isn’t unique to Colorado. Americans in general are becoming less willing to live the life required by the long-haul industry.

 

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A shortage of truck drivers has created an opportunity for immigrants.

The Denver Post reported that the number of licensed truck drivers has declined in the state even as wages have increased. And the issue isn’t unique to Colorado. Americans in general are becoming less willing to live the life required by the long-haul industry.

 

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Ken Amundson
Ken Amundson is managing editor of BizWest. He has lived in Loveland and reported on issues in the region since 1987. Prior to Colorado, he reported and edited for news organizations in Minnesota and Iowa. He's a parent of two and grandparent of four, all of whom make their homes on the Front Range. A news junkie at heart, he also enjoys competitive sports, especially the Rapids.
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