From frozen forest roads to hauling thousands of pounds of timber, logging in
northern Wisconsin demands experience, precision and a willingness to tackle some of the toughest working conditions. One Truck Country customer is helping bring that work into the national spotlight.
Tessmer Trucking and owner-operator Nate Tessmer of Antigo, Wis., are featured in the latest episode of “On the Job with Western Star,” a national video series recognizing the skilled professionals behind some of North America’s most demanding trucking jobs.
The episode takes viewers into the Wisconsin forests, following Tessmer as he uses his Western Star 49X truck to navigate snow-covered logging roads with nearly 60,000 pounds of timber to transport loads to local mills. The story highlights the experience required to operate in challenging conditions and Tessmer’s relationship with Truck Country, which helps keep his business moving.
“It’s an honor to be selected by Western Star and to have the opportunity to show people what we do here in northern Wisconsin,” Tessmer said. “Western Star and my 49X have been vital to the success
of my business. When you’re hauling heavy loads on rough, snow- and ice-covered roads, you need a truck you can count on.”
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Tessmer Trucking and Truck Country’s Wausau location have a business relationship dating back to 2019, said Truck Country sales representative Mark Arndt. Arndt said partnerships with customers like Tessmer Trucking are built on trust and an understanding of the business’s needs, as Truck Country works to spec trucks with the right durability and payload capacity.
“Our goal is to build relationships, not just sell trucks,” Arndt said. “We work alongside customers like Nate to understand their operation, provide honest recommendations, and help them make the best decision for their business. When our customers succeed, we succeed.”
The “On the Job with Western Star” series was created to put the spotlight on people whose experience, dedication and expertise make demanding vocational work possible. Each episode follows a Western Star customer on the job, offering a closer look at the challenges they face and the role their trucks play in helping them succeed.