Building Better Drivers: Apprenticeship Programs in Trucking with Dave Harrison from Fastport

In the podcast discussion featuring Dave Harrison, the focus is on the valuable role of registered apprenticeships within the trucking industry, especially through Fastport. Harrison shares his diverse background-from military service to teaching and trucking-before detailing how he helped develop a military engagement program at JB Hunt Transport that incorporates apprenticeships. He outlines the advantages of these programs as effective tools for recruiting and retaining employees, emphasizing their benefits for employers such as liability protection, enhanced training standards, and access to resources without incurring costs. The conversation highlights the importance of fostering diverse participation, with a notable percentage of veterans and minorities, and encourages employers to collaborate with industry associations and government entities to successfully implement apprenticeship programs. The discussion concludes with actionable steps for interested employers to connect with Harrison and explore apprenticeship opportunities for various roles within the industry.
Understanding Registered Apprenticeships
Explanation of registered apprenticeships as a recruiting and retention tool
Benefits of apprenticeships for employers, including liability protection and improved training standards
Process of implementing an apprenticeship program
Collaboration with industry associations and government agencies
Benefits and Implementation of Apprenticeships
Increased retention rates and employee satisfaction
Diversity in apprenticeship programs (21% veterans, over 50% minorities)
No cost for employers to implement apprenticeship programs through Fastport
Access to additional resources, tax credits, and funding opportunities
Importance of creating a community-based concept in apprenticeship programs
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