How to back up a tractor-trailer

Two previous Schneider drivers demonstrate how to back up a tractor-trailer, including proper set up and detailed steps.

Please note that the video is just an example. It is important to remember the type of driver you are, the company you work for and the type of truck you drive can impact how to back up a tractor-trailer. Be sure to consult your company guidelines or speak with your leader for more information on backing up a tractor-trailer.

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This video is for general information only. It is not intended to cover all circumstances or to serve as a substitute for comprehensive safety training.
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[johndough]

I honestly do not care who you drive for, I respect anyone that takes one of these rigs down the road. Without you, we do not move forward. Always, give the man/lady driving that truck the respect and distance they need to get from A to B safely.

[ALSmith-zzyy]

Early in my trucking career I did some long haul work. But you only back up a trailer once every 3 or 4 days. It was always embarrassing. Then I got a job as a city P&D driver. Now I was backing up 15 to 20 times per day. That's when you really start to get the hang of it. Practice makes perfect.

[maxmazzillius]

This is the best video I've seen. Was my first day at work after 2 years of not working. Worked like a charm

[EvitaFreeman]

I just used this to help me back a big UHAUL trailer attached to our truck in a small parking lot. It worked great!!! What excellent education for everyone but special shout out to all the drivers out there

[kristyferguson]

I learned more from this video than I did during all my training! Thank you much!!

[momentofclarity]

Schneider rejected my application 3 days before i was supposed to start training and told me reapply in a year. And here I am, learning how to back in a trailer from Schneider for my new job. I gotta thank Schneider tho, this video is a huge help!

[Drefyxd]

I accidentally tapped an idle truck with my right rear trailer. After that, I'm always anxious everytime I'm doing alley docking. After watching this video & actually performed it, my confidence level has boosted tremendously. Still anxious, but not as much as before. Thank you for the video, I really appreciate it.

[EKMTransport]

So i did my evaluation with a new company and i've never backed a 53 foot trailer. I used all of the steps you mentioned here and i put it perfectly in the hole. This was by far the best video that showed how to set up and what to do than any other video I had seen. Thank you!

[mothernature]

If you are not behind the wheel, then you don't know how easy they made this look.

[maicol]

Explained and executed well. Especially nailing 1 OF IF NOT the most important manuever, the set-up. Also not to panic when U think you lost it or failed. Part of execution is knowing what failure is then U correct it. Don't be ashamed if you fail. U get back up and keep at it til it's executed.

[louiskwaku]

Wish all the yards have this much room. 😆 🤣 😂 😹 😆 🤣 😂

[sjbro]

First rule to backing. Never back up unless absolutely necessary. The set up for backing is very important. Never ever attempt a blind side backing; try to keep all objects in your mirrors. After setting up to back your trailer; turn the wheels and slowly walk the line. You want your trailer to enter the space without hitting other trucks or trailers. Adjust the wheels while backing and pull up if necessary.

[stevennovakovich]

Nice, simple explanation of how to properly perform a 45 degree back. Excellently done, simple enough to where even I understand it.

[Adg]

Just started this week and I have to say this is the best training program ever! I’ve learned more in this week that I’ve ever learned in school! Great decision for training!

[URSoDeadMe]

This made backing up a tractor trailer seem SO much less daunting. Awesome job you guys. Very easily put.

[foreverfreddie]

As someone who struggles to parallel park this was awesome much respect

[Milospn]

Massive Thank you for this video!!! People, this is real, no BS! apply 100% what you see and you will back up any truck trailer. I was struggling for 10 days to get this right, until I saw THIS video!

[pickledpink]

This has helped me SO much more than training did. Thank you.

[johnnygrimes]

I really love schneider..i was a driver for them and enjoyed every min of it..the only reason im not there is cause of my health..but they really do put drivers first..great company great pay..i have no complaints with this company..they preach and practice SAFETY...

[elgordo]

I work for another mega but have found and used the techniques in this video. My backing and confidence in my backs have improved greatly! Thank you!