Eagan Minn. — Minnesota-based truckload carrier Transport America recently announced its February and March Drivers of the Month for 2007. These drivers have been chosen and recognized for their outstanding service to Transport America and its customers during the recent months.

Professional company drivers selected for the month of February are Kenneth Gould with Transport America for one year; James Collins with Transport America for three years; and Rodney Deal with Transport America for three years.

Professional contractors honored for the month of February are Leon Caine with Transport America for four years; Jeffrey Eggenspiller with Transport America for more than 17 years; and Loren Bevevino with Transport America for two years.

            Professional company drivers honored for the month of March were George Baird with Transport America for almost two years; driver instructor Timothy Taylor with Transport America for two years; and James Gardner with Transport America for 12 years. ­

 

Professional contractors selected for the month of March are Ervin Van Beck

 

with Transport America for 13 years; Ray Anderson with Transport America

 

for six years; and Todd Buck with Transport America for more than 18 years.

 “Given the criteria being selected as Driver of the Month is quite an accomplishment” says Barry Mundt Director of Fleet Operations. “The professional drivers and contractors recognized this month represent top performers at Transport America for the month of February.” The selection criteria for Driver of the Month include on-time customer service safety and working percentage.

Transport America congratulates these drivers on their success. Each driver has been presented their award in a formal presentation at Transport America headquarters in Eagan Minnesota.

About Transport America

In operation since 1984 Transport America provides a variety of truckload freight carriage and logistics services. Its team of dedicated professionals supported by advanced technology and information systems provides time-definite and other responsive services to customers in the United States and Canada. Learn more about Transport America by calling 866-804-9222 or at www.transportamerica.com.