Brent Schaffler

Brent received his bachelor’s degree in accounting from St. Cloud State University. He spent nine years in the retail industry before joining the ATS Team in 2012. Brent worked in the driver recruiting department for 2.5 years before transitioning to the Competitive Equipment Sales (CES) Team. He manages the leases of independent contractors from ATS and its affiliates.

Independent Contractor

By: Brent Schaffler
January 17th, 2024

Have you ever leased a semi-truck before? If you’ve only been a company driver but you’re curious about switching things up and having more independence as a lease driver, you’ve come to the right place.

Independent Contractor

By: Brent Schaffler
January 19th, 2023

Considering whether to lease a truck? It’s a big decision.

Independent Contractor

By: Brent Schaffler
March 4th, 2022

Maybe you’re new to leasing and you don’t know where to start.

By: Brent Schaffler
January 21st, 2022

Reducing idle time is a top priority for many drivers who are looking to save a few bucks.

Independent Contractor

By: Brent Schaffler
October 22nd, 2021

As a truck driver, you have a seemingly endless list of career options. Do you want to haul oversized freight? Do you want to haul important refrigerated goods in a reefer or do you want to haul hazardous materials in a tanker? Do you want to be a company driver or an independent contractor? Do you want to lease your semi-truck or buy your semi-truck? This last question is the one we’ll be addressing in this article. There are benefits to both buying or leasing your Class 8 truck, making it a tough decision for truck drivers.