Wellness on the Road: How Marten Supports Your Health & Safety

When you’re behind the wheel, everything depends on your well-being—your focus, your reaction time, your energy, and your peace of mind. That’s why at Marten Transport, we’ve built a wellness culture that puts your health and safety first.

From cutting-edge safety equipment to free wellness benefits, Marten is committed to helping you drive with confidence, stay healthy on the road, and get home safe.

Safety on Every Mile

  • Marten has late model tractors that include top brands like Kenworth, Freightliner and Peterbilt and are serviced in-house at our terminals to reduce downtime and keep drivers moving.
  • Collision avoidance systems like OnGuard are standard on all trucks. Since their rollout, we’ve seen a significant decrease in preventable rear-end accidents, and the costs associated with these incidents have been cut by more than half.
  • Our trucks are outfitted with grill guards, lane departure warning systems, and most are equipped with front and rear disc brakes—plus APUs for reduced engine noise and more comfort during breaks.
  • Inclement weather downtime pay lets you safely stop when conditions get dangerous—without losing out on any pay.

Wellness & Health Support

  • Marten offers a free wellness program for employees—clinically guided health risk assessments, routine screenings, and preventive care at no out‑of‑pocket cost.
  • For sleep apnea, Marten stands apart: testing and treatment are provided at no cost, so that you can get well-deserved, comfortable rest.
  • We also partner with UMR Care Management to support tobacco cessation with education, coaching, replacement therapy — all for free, plus potential insurance premium savings.

Staying Healthy Behind the Wheel

Your health is your engine. Here are some easy ways to take care of your body while on the road:

  • Stretch each day—particularly back, legs, shoulders—to ease stiffness and improve circulation.
  • Use breaks for quick bodyweight workouts—push‑ups, squats, or planks.
  • Walk whenever you can. Even a lap around the truck helps.
  • Eat smart: lean proteins, fresh fruit, nuts, and plenty of water. Skip the overly sugary or high‑sodium options.

Preventing Accidents with Training & Recognition

  • Marten’s training culture supports accident prevention: daily pre‑trip inspections, defensive driving practices, and goals like staying alert, maintaining safe distances, and keeping communication open with dispatch and teammates.
  • We celebrate safety wins big and small — whether it’s highlighting safe driving habits or honoring our Drivers of the Month, Quarter, and Year.

At Marten, we know your health, your safety, and your peace of mind matter—not just to you, but to your team and family. From collision tech that prevents crashes to wellness programs that help you live better—what we offer goes beyond transport. It’s a commitment.

Whether you're just starting or you've logged millions of miles, when you drive for Marten, you're backed by a team that cares about you.

Stay safe. Stay well. Expect the best with Marten.