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If you are on the hunt for an amazing, well-paying job that allows you freedom, autonomy and the ability to see the country (or even the world), auto transportation may be the perfect field for you. As you consider making the bold move into the role of an auto transporter, you may have many questions and wonder where to begin. The good news is Direct Connect Auto Transport, the leader in car shipping since 2001, has all the information you need to get started on the road to a new and fruitful career as an auto transporter.

What You Need To Know To Become An Auto Transporter

  1. Is auto transporter the right job for you? Obviously, you need to be a good driver (and like driving) as a baseline prerequisite to enter into the auto transportation field. You’ll also need to be able to meet with people from vehicle owners to business owners and provide top notch customer service at pick up and drop off as well as key points along the way.
  2. What you need to do to take the leap.  In addition, the job generally requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL), a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) number, registration with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and a Motor Carrier (MC) number. You’ll also need proof of auto insurance in addition to general liability coverage. While different states and companies or industries may require additional certifications, these are the general requirements needed to kick off your new career in the auto transport industry.
  3. How much you can expect to earn. Just like in most other roles, your pay will range quite vastly based on where you land your first job and what the specifics of that job entail. However, as a rule of thumb, you can expect in the range of $50,000 to $75,000 a year in your new, exciting role as an auto transporter. You may also work on a project basis which could pay a flat fee for each trip or a per-mile rate based on the distance you drive.
  4. What your workday might look like. Again, the type of task you perform as an auto transporter varies based on the company you work for and the type of vehicles that you are transporting. You may be helping vehicle owners ship their privately-owned cars or working with car dealerships that need to transport an entire fleet of vehicles. You will typically operate an open carrier or may be driving an enclosed carrier or even a flatbed truck. Regardless of the specific auto transporter job you work, you can count on loading and unloading cars, as well as, driving for many hours a day.
  5. Where to apply. Qualified auto transporters are in demand from a wide variety of companies in multiple types of industries such as those that cater to the needs of private vehicle owners as well as business that ship fleets of vehicles. When choosing places to apply to start your new career as an auto transporter, be sure to look for companies that value their employees and strive for excellence in their services.

Direct Connect Auto Transport is always on the lookout for top drivers to add to its network. Since 2001, we have been the benchmark for quality in the car shipping industry, and adding our company name to your resume is a certain start to a successful career in the auto transportation industry.

Get in touch today to start your new career as an auto transporter.