Get to know our incoming drivers and shop team! If you see them around, be sure to say hi and welcome them to Nussbaum!
New Hire Drivers
Michael Stocks
Michael Stocks has been driving for nearly seven years, turning a lifelong love of driving into a career. Before trucking, he worked as a restaurant cook in Provo, Utah. Off the road, Michael enjoys working on his tiny house and land. His dream vacation is a trip to the United Kingdom, and one of his favorite memories is seeing wild rams and other animals while driving the Trans-Canada Highway through British Columbia. His favorite snacks are beef tender bites and pistachios. Michael also loves board games and all things geek or nerd-related. Welcome to Nussbaum, Michael!
Dream Vacation: United Kingdom
Mohummed Wadda
Mohummed Wadda has been driving for six months, driven by a deep love for trucks. He studied trucking and made the leap into the industry after working in various roles. Originally from Gambia, Mohummed enjoys spending time at home with his family. His dream is to visit all 48 states, and he finds joy in the beautiful views—especially sunrises and sunsets. His favorite road snacks are chips and lemonade. Welcome to Nussbaum, Mohummed!
Dream Vacation: All 48 states
Charles Gerke
Charles Gerke has been driving for 13 years, inspired by his grandfather who was a trucker. After working on oil drilling rigs, he transitioned to trucking when he could no longer work the rigs. Originally from Newcastle, Wyoming, Charles enjoys being outside and riding his Harley across the country. His dream vacation is simply riding his Harley through the United States for a month or two, soaking in the beautiful scenery God provides every day. His favorite road snack is cheddar Chex Mix. Welcome to Nussbaum, Charles!
Dream Vacation: Riding across the U.S. on his Harley
Sean Kelly
Sean Kelly has been driving for almost four years, drawn to the opportunity to see the country. Before trucking, he worked in financial services and accounting. As a military brat, Sean has lived all over, but now enjoys spending time with his wife and dogs. His dream vacation is a cruise in warm waters, and one of his favorite memories is driving through the Million Dollar Highway in Ouray, Colorado. His favorite snack is a Snickers bar. Welcome to Nussbaum, Sean!
Dream Vacation: A warm-water cruise
Jose Avalos
Jose Avalos has been driving for three years, choosing trucking as a career instead of just a job—getting paid to do what he loves: driving. Before trucking, he worked in a warehouse and is originally from Alexandria, Virginia. Jose enjoys fishing and working on his car. His dream vacation is a trip to El Salvador, and one of his most cherished memories is bringing his 80-year-old grandmother on the road with him for a month. His favorite road meal includes hotdogs with cheese, a Slim Jim beef stick, and a Coke Zero. Jose says, “Just ask—I’ve got plenty of stories!” Welcome to Nussbaum, Jose!
Dream Vacation: El Salvador
