Using technology to attract and retain women in nontraditional careers | Ellen Voie
Most of the jobs in transportation have been dominated by men. From pilot to train engineer to truck driver, these are typically careers that attract more men than women. While there are many reasons for the discrepancy, one of them concerns strength and body size.For example, in the trucking industry, early drivers were expected to load and unload their freight. Whether it’s cattle or milk, boxes or pallets, the driver’s job including “fingerprinting” the product. Additionally, the trucks themselves were designed for men who are typically taller and have longer arms and legs.