For the seventh time in the contest's eight-year history, Bison Transport has been recognized as one of the Best Fleets to Drive For by the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and driver training company CarriersEdge.
Bison is among 20 for-hire trucking companies across North America who are being recognized for providing exemplary work environments for their professional Drivers and employees. To be considered for the Best Fleets program, companies are required to receive a nomination from at least one of its Company Drivers or Owner Operators. They are then evaluated against a scoring matrix covering a range of categories including total compensation package, health benefits, pension plans, professional development opportunities and more. Bison demonstrated a commitment to providing an outstanding work environment for its professional Drivers and Owner Operators.
"These companies represent the best of the best in truckload. As industry innovators, they bring fresh ideas that not only create a desirable workplace for employees, but also propel trucking to exciting new terrains," said TCA President, John Lybolt.
"It takes the hard work and dedication of our Drivers to be successful in our business. It is a pleasure to be recognized for providing these professionals a great workplace at North America's Safest Fleet", said Garth Pitzel, Director, Safety and Driver Development.
About Bison Transport
Bison Transport is one of the largest carriers in Canada, offering award-winning transportation solutions to the industry since 1969. Recognized by the TCA (Truckload Carriers Association) as North America's Safest Fleet, Bison is a high-service, dependable and value-creating supply chain partner. Bison offers full truckload service, full-service logistics, intermodal, LTL, dedicated fleet operations, yard management and warehousing & distribution. Bison is an active member of Natural Resources Canada's FleetSmart Program, as well as a SmartWay Transport Partner, a national and voluntary partnership of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
For more information, please contact:
Garth Pitzel - Director, Safety & Driver Development
T: 204.833.0240
F:204.833.0252
E: gpitzel@bisontransport.com