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Metropolitan Trucking, Inc.
A Family Tradition of Excellence - Third Generation, Still Family Owned

Over 80 years ago, Nicholas Mangino founded NJM Motor Transport as a one-man operation hauling coal from the mines of Pennsylvania to the New York metropolitan area. He had a vision that the trucking industry was to become a major force in transportation for our nation’s growing economy. He was right! With the purchase of one Ford truck in 1930 and the desire to own his own business, Nicholas Mangino became one of the forerunners of today’s trucking industry.

In 1955, with his two sons, Joseph and Edward by his side, the company changed its name from NJM Motor Transport to Metropolitan Trucking, Inc. to better represent the company it had developed into. The company grew rapidly during the 1980’s, especially after Motor Carrier Deregulation eased the business restrictions previously faced by carriers.

Today, Metropolitan is a full-service truckload carrier of general commodities in both interstate and intrastate commerce. From their corporate headquarters in Saddlebrook, NJ, Metropolitan commands an impressive company fleet of modern equipment operated by experienced drivers serving customers throughout the eastern half of the United States.

As it has been for three generations, Metropolitan continues to be owned and operated by the Mangino family. Joseph Jr., Nicholas’ grandson, currently serves as president and is driven by the same ideals of cost and quality consciousness established by his grandfather and father before him.

Metropolitan’s history is simply about one man’s dream to offer the best service in the trucking industry and a family’s dedication to keeping his dream alive.

As a new driver with Metropolitan, It won't take long for you to experience their "We Care" attitude. Family is important and that is why Metropolitan is always looking for opportunities to match their driver’s needs as professionals with a lifestyle benefiting both them and their families.

Metropolitan is committed to providing more pay per mile, and more miles per week while still offering the home time their drivers want and deserve. They also offer the most comprehensive benefit package in the industry today.

Everyone at Metropolitan understands and appreciates that a driver has the hardest job in the company. Treating drivers with the respect they deserve is the top priority. Please join the Metropolitan family and become a part of the most dynamic team the trucking industry has to offer.

Why Work For Metropolitan?

- Family owned and operated for three generations
- Competitive Pay Packages
- Minimum Pay Program as a Safety Net for Consistent Paychecks
- Comprehensive Benefit Packages
- Fleet less than 2 Years Old average
- Assigned Equipment
- Open Door/Face-to-Face Communication
- Home Time to Meet Your Needs
- Award Programs

Metropolitan Trucking, Inc.
888-784-3033
www.mtrk.com

Large Truckload Driver Turnover Rate Rose in Third Quarter
Churn Rate Now Highest Since End of 2015

The turnover rate at large truckload fleets rose five percentage points in the third quarter to an annualized rate of 95%, according to American Trucking Associations Chief Economist Bob Costello.

“Since bottoming out at the end of 2016, the turnover rate at larger fleets has steadily risen – a function of an improving economy, rising demand for freight transportation and fierce competition for drivers,” Costello said. “The tightening of the driver market has raised fears about the driver shortage, which will hit an all-time high this year.”

Also in the third quarter, turnover at small truckload fleets – those with less than $30 million in annual revenue – dipped slightly, falling one percentage point to an annualized rate of 84%, two points higher than the same period in 2016.

The rate also fell at less-than-truckload fleets, dipping two points to 7% for the quarter, the lowest the rate has been since the second quarter of 2016.

“Fleets continue to tell us that competition for good, safe and experienced drivers is fierce, pushing wages higher in hopes of attracting the best talent,” Costello said. “However, unless steps are taken to make it easier for individuals to pursue careers in trucking, demand for drivers will continue to outstrip supply – eventually even leading to supply chain disruptions.”

The Lesser-Known Trucking Labor Shortage: Diesel Technicians
(Trucks.com - Emma Hurt)

The trucking industry isn’t only suffering from a shortage of drivers — it also faces a shortfall of diesel technicians who keep increasingly complex heavy-duty trucks running.