Carole - Deck Fleet Company Driver
We’d like to introduce you to the team that drives us. As part of our #TeamSpotlight, we will be releasing interviews with various team members across all divisions at Q-Line.
How long have you been a professional driver? What made you decide to pursue a career as a professional driver?
I have been a professional driver for, going on 10 years now. I was working in the office at a trucking company when I decided to become a driver.
What does it take to be a good driver in your opinion?
Respect out on the road. Courtesy, willingness to help out other drivers (not just in your company but other companies too), ability to pay attention on the road, knowledge of the industry.
As a driver, what do you enjoy the most about your profession?
Between travel and meeting new people.
As a driver, what are some of the challenges of the profession?
Honestly, the 4-wheelers out there, and the loneliness.
Tips for new drivers?
There is no such thing as too much securement. Secure the load to how you feel comfortable going down the road.
What is the best place you’ve travelled to and why?
Texas – the people are so polite, friendly, and helpful!
What’s the weirdest or most interesting job you’ve ever had?
I had to go into businesses and leave books and magazines for them and go back to fill their orders.
What would you do for a career if you weren’t doing this?
Pilot car – I would have to stay within the industry to be honest. This is in my blood; I cannot see myself doing anything other than this.
Tell us something that might surprise us about you.
I second-guess myself a lot. I might seem confident, but I do second-guess myself a lot.
If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?
I would love to learn a second language, maybe Spanish or French.
When you have 30 minutes of free time, how do you spend it?
Walking my dog!
What’s your favourite hobby/activity?
Riding on the back of a motorcycle.
What genre of music is your favourite?
80’s rock music.
What’s your snack of choice while on the road?
I am a junk food addict! It changes a lot. Right now, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.
Do you have a nickname that you are better known as around Q-Line?
Little Red Dragonette
What is one piece of advice you would give to someone just starting their career as a professional driver?
Drive to your comfort level, do not let people push you down the road – especially in the Winter time!
What are 3 words you would use to describe Q-Line?
Family-oriented, and helpful.
Why do you Drive Q-Line?
They honestly make me feel like a truck driver. They don’t treat me like I am a petite woman. They give me opportunities that I never thought I would have, and they believe in me.
Thanks to Carole for taking the time to chat. Stay tuned for more interviews from the team that drives us!