2025 Driver of the Year – William “Bill” Trinkle
Feb 10, 2026
With 3 years and 6 months of dedicated service to Usher Transport and an impressive 27.5 years of total driving experience, Bill exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism in our industry. Over the course of his career, he has accumulated 2,880,576 accident-free miles, a milestone that reflects not only his skill behind the wheel but also his unwavering commitment to safety. His meticulous attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and proactive approach to preventing risk set the benchmark for others to follow.
Bill’s exceptional performance has earned him multiple awards, including the Customer Recognition Award (Q1 2025), Extra Mile Award (Q1 2025), and Driver of the Quarter (Q4 2024). These honors speak to his reliability, consistency, and remarkable dedication to delivering excellence every day.
As shared by Derek and Dean, Bill is one of the easiest and most pleasant drivers the team has ever had the privilege to work with. He brings enthusiasm to every assignment and consistently steps up whenever needed—often rearranging his personal life to assist in other markets, protecting customers and supporting business segments outside of his normal responsibilities. His all-in attitude, accuracy, promptness, friendliness, and drive to exceed expectations make him an indispensable part of our team.
Bill is proud to wear the UT logo, treating the company as if it were his own. His professionalism, customer service, and steadfast commitment to safety make him exceptionally deserving of this recognition. We are grateful for everything he contributes—not just to our operations, but to the culture and values we stand for.
Congratulations, Bill, on an honor you truly embody in every mile you drive.