In fact, 9.5% of truck drivers are women, according to the 2024 Women in Trucking report. We’ll take a look at some of the common concerns we’ve heard moms voice about becoming a truck driver, and offer some helpful insight for navigating the trucking industry as moms who truck.
- “I’m worried I’ll be away from home too much if I become a trucker”
One of the biggest concerns for moms who drive semis is the amount of time they’ll be away from their homes and families, we totally get it, your kids are only kids for a little while so spending time with them as often as possible is important. Many trucking companies, like CRST, offer regional, or dedicated, driving positions that allow truck drivers to be home more consistently.
- “My kids are grown up and I like the idea of traveling, but I feel like I might be too old to enter the trucking industry.”
Some moms are concerned they’ve aged out of a trucking career. However, the trucking industry has no age limit, and it’s never too late to start. In fact, many trucking companies are actively seeking older workers with more life experience.
“Two years ago I didn’t know a thing about trucks,” Beth Goss, a CRST truck driver and mentor said. “Now, I enjoy driving. When I discovered I could make a good living at it, I got my CDL.”
Beth said she’s been having a blast ever since then.
“Even when things are frustrating, my job is so much fun. I love traveling this beautiful country — it’s breathtaking.”
“I’m not sure if I like the idea of working as a woman in such a male-dominated industry.”
It’s no secret that the trucking industry is male-dominated, but that doesn’t mean women can’t thrive as truck drivers. In fact, women are becoming more and more common in the industry, and many trucking companies, including CRST, are actively seeking women drivers.
“I want to be sure I’m safe.”
We understand: Being alone on the road can be unnerving. But leaders in the industry like Women in Motion are making efforts to help women drivers be safe, through things like a partnership with the app “Trucker Path” to identify women-friendly truck stops and places to park.
Learn more safety tips for women in our blog [LINK TO Seven safety tips for women truck drivers]
Being a mom and having a career as a truck driver is possible with the right support and resources. With flexible scheduling options, comprehensive training and a growing number of women drivers in the industry, becoming a truck-driving momma can be a rewarding and fulfilling career choice at any stage of life.
