Fleet Services

2018 TMC SuperTech National Skills Competition Results Are In…
Last week wrapped up the American Trucking Association’s annual TMC National Technician Skills Competition (SuperTech) held in Orlando Florida. For the 3rd consecutive year, we’re pleased to announce that all technicians (5 in total) representing Dickinson Fleet Services advanced to the Finals in their respective divisions. We’re also very pleased to announce that for the
September 25th 2018
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Dickinson Fleet’s Ryan Elmlinger Accepts Patriot Award
Dickinson Fleet Services (DFS) is honored to announce that Mr. Ryan Elmlinger has received the Department of Defense Patriot Award. This prestigious award to recognize employers who support those serving in the military was presented in a ceremony on August 28th, 2018. Ryan was nominated by Nick Robinson, Cincinnati Shop Service Manager at DFS, who
September 10th 2018
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Dickinson Announces July Employee of the Month
Dickinson Fleet Services recently rolled out an Employee of the Month recognition program to honor those team members who are going above and beyond their usual job description. All hiring managers in the selected departments/disciplines were given the opportunity to recognize someone for their July 2018 performance. We’re pleased to announce that our Employee of
August 28th 2018
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How We Can Show Appreciation for Truck Drivers?
The Truck Driver Appreciation Week dates have been set. This year, NTDAW it’s going to take place September 9th-15th. This will be a time where we can all come together to show some extra appreciation for the professional drivers who are out there delivering the things we want and need on a daily basis. There
July 27th 2018
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Speed, Convenience & the Future of Delivery
We’re busy. And we’re only getting busier…all of us. On top of that, technology is advancing at an alarming rate when it comes to logistics. Speed was already important, but now it has become the name of the game. It’s becoming more convenient to order anything, anytime, from anywhere. 2nd day delivery is now the
June 26th 2018
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Dickinson Fleet Service Acquires Outsource Fleet Services
  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Indianapolis, IN (June 19, 2018) – Dickinson Fleet Services is pleased to announce the acquisition of Outsource Fleet Services with operations in Chicago, Columbus, Atlanta, Dallas/Fort Worth and Southern California. Dickinson Fleet Services, along with majority shareholders Ridgemont Equity Partners, announced the acquisition on June 19, 2018. The acquisition will expand
June 19th 2018
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Exploring Semi Truck Aerodynamics
Semi truck aerodynamics have come a long way over the years. Tractors and trailers are now able to slice through the air much more effortlessly than previous generations. And when you add aftermarket devices to your equipment, aerodynamics can be improved even more. The result in all of this, of course, is the potential for
June 7th 2018
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Are You Ready? CVSA Roadcheck 2018 Set to Focus on Hours-of-Service
It’s just around the corner…are you ready??? If not, it’s time to start preparing your fleet for this year’s International Roadcheck from the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) taking place from June 5-7, 2018. And, as you might have guessed with the ELD compliance mandate recently taking effect, the focus this year is going to
May 30th 2018
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Don’t Miss Our New Jersey Technician Hiring Event
Dickinson Fleet Services is expanding our team in the northeast region and we want YOU to join us! That’s right, we’re looking for qualified diesel mechanic technicians in the northern New Jersey and New York area who want to be part of a growing company at our hiring event on Wednesday, June 6th. This is a
May 24th 2018
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