Ascend’s preventative health benefit: what you need to know
June 15, 2022
Our drivers are the most valuable resource we have. That’s why it’s so important to us to continually look for ways to enhance our drivers’ experiences at Ascend and offer them the best when it comes to pay, benefits and work/life balance.
Read more...Why Ascend? We make your future a priority with generous retirement planning!
May 20, 2022
We know professional truck drivers have many choices when deciding where to spend their careers which is why Ascend makes it a priority to offer outstanding advantages, support and career options. One of those advantages includes our generous 401(k) and Ro
Read more...Have fun, build a legacy: Ascend Transportation takes a new approach
May 12, 2022
At the beginning of the year, we not only relaunched under a new brand as Ascend, but we also wanted to rewrite the narrative on what a trucking company should look like. Our executive staff had the opportunity to go through a Franklin Covey trust session
Read more...Ascend offers access to Drivers Legal Plan
March 18, 2022
Ascend drivers are among the safest on the road but we all know that an unfortunate or unwarranted violation has serious consequences for professional truck drivers. That’s why Ascend offers membership with Drivers Legal Plan: To support our drivers in pro
Read more...Ascend driver Kraig Hinrichs chosen as TTF Road Team Captain
March 11, 2022
At Ascend, it’s important to us that we provide our drivers with careers where they feel respected, heard and supported. We love to celebrate our team members in their successes, especially when they’re recognized for their hard work and commitment to safe
Read more...Ascend Acquires Dedicated Transportation Solutions (DTS), A Greenville, SC-based Trucking Company
January 26, 2022
Ascend LLC (Ascend), a dry van, full truckload carrier that brings high-performance service and reliability to the rapidly expanding middle-mile market, today announced it has acquired Dedicated Transport Solutions (DTS), of Greenville, South Carolina.
Read more...Ascend Announces Launch As Dry Van, Full Truckload Carrier Joins Forces with Milan Supply Chain Solutions and J&B Services
January 12, 2022
30-year industry veteran Michael McLary named CEO
Read more...Ascend is a 2022 Best Fleets To Drive For finalist!
January 7, 2022
In 2021, we were nominated as one of the 2022 Best Fleets to Drive For. Now, thanks to our passionate and dedicated community, we’ve moved forward as a top 20 finalist!
Read more...Employee Assistance Program
January 7, 2022
Life doesn’t always go as planned but knowing you have professional support and guidance at your disposal can make all the difference in overcoming life’s challenges.
Read more...Ascend is Haulin’ for the Holidays, making charitable donation for TN preschoolers
November 23, 2021
Ascend has partnered with the Tennessee Trucking Association (TTA) to participate in Haulin’ for the Holidays! For the last three years, TTA has worked with local charities to give gifts to underprivileged children and teens in Tennessee.
Read more...We have new & enhanced benefits available for CDL-A truck drivers!
November 15, 2021
As 2021 is coming to a close, we’re bringing in the New Year right with new and enhanced benefits for our CDL-A drivers.
Read more...Drivers can take home more and pay less in taxes with Ascend’s new Per Diem Pay!
October 28, 2021
At Ascend, we listen to our drivers. So, when they asked for a bigger paycheck, we found a way to make it happen! Effective October 31, 2021, our regional solo company drivers will now be able to choose how they manage their Per Diem
Read more...Ascend is now hiring students in our Regional Company Driver Van division!
October 26, 2021
Good news for new CDL-A holders: No experience is no problem for getting started on Ascend’s regional company van division. With your valid Class A CDL, Ascend can get you ready to roll with our comprehensive training program
Read more...We’ve been nominated for the 2022 Best Fleet to Drive For!
October 18, 2021
This year, we have been nominated to be the 2022 Best Fleet to Drive For! The annual poll and competition recognizes the for-hire carriers that are providing the best workplace for their drivers.
Read more...Ascend offers needed supplies to people affected by floods & hurricanes
October 11, 2021
In late August 2021, flood waters devastated Waverly, Tenn., not far from our headquarters in Jackson. The flood killed 20 people as it took out houses, roads, cellphone towers and telephone lines.
Read more...Ascend keeps you moving…but just in case, we still get you paid!
September 2, 2021
At Ascend, we take care of our CDL-A truck drivers by not only offering top pay on runs but tons of accessorial and additional pay for everything in between. We keep our drivers moving, but just in case, we make sure our drivers get paid!
Read more...The Trucker’s Guide: Cab hacks for CDL-A drivers
August 31, 2021
CDL-A truck drivers spend a lot of time in their cabs. At Ascend, we’re obsessed with seeing drivers succeed so we want to make sure your workspace is the best it can be! These tips and tricks for your cab may make your ride a little bit easier
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