Kenneth L. Ryals, Tanker Driver, Schneider National
Military Service: Staff Sergeant, Marine Corps (1995-2010)
MOS: Motor Transportation Chief
What do you do?
Transport liquid bulk products to customers across the nation.
How’d you land that job?
I attended a veteran job fair where I was approached by the owner of Premier Driving Academy and was told I can use my GI Bill to pay my tuition for his school to gain my CDL with no expenses on me and have countless career offers. After graduating, I searched for the top five trucking companies and Schneider was among them. By doing my research on Schneider, I knew it was the company I wanted to contribute my skills to and help succeed.
What do you love about your job?
Being relied on to transport and deliver high-valued liquid products to customers safely.
How did your military training and experience prepare you for your civilian job?
Leadership and the will power to succeed and excel in everything I do.
What four military skills make you better at your civilian job?
• Honor
• Leadership
• Courage
• Commitment
What’s your best advice?
Use all military resources available for choosing your next career.