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Meet Phoenix Top Gun Facilitator/Instructor, Mark Kinkead!

Mark has been with Swift for 36 years. His roles over the years have been OTR Driver and mentor, Instructor, Driver Leader, Regional Manager of Driver Services, and Driver Support Safety Coordinator.

“Swift has been very good to me over the years. I have always been treated like family! I love the culture. I love my job! I have had some losses in my family. Swift has always given me great support through the hard times. I have been truly blessed to be able to work with a company like Swift!”

Swift reaching 60 years means a lot to Mark; he has seen the company grow in his 36 years and also been involved in those changes.

“It feels amazing to watch this company grow over the years. I think we have always had very good management teams in place! To be part of this for 36 of the 60 years makes me feel honored. I bleed Swift blue! That is why I have been here for over 36 years! I have been able to build a lot of friendships over the years.”

If you are thinking of joining Swift, Mark’s advice is to stay focused and support our drivers.

“To our driving force, the number one focus is safety. Stay focused, manage your speed and space, do not do things that distract you or take your eyes off the road, and never drive fatigued. Always get out to look when you’re back. Watch your trailer anytime you turn your steering wheel going forward.

"Always be a good communicator. Driver leaders and office staff always support our drivers! They are the backbone of the company. Without them, we would not have the careers we have today. Always be a team player! It's all about building working relationships. Be adaptable to change. That is how we grow as a company.”

Thank you, Mark, for all your support over the years, especially with mentoring and teaching the next generation of drivers.