Long Haul Truck Drivers. There is a local and national shortage of long haul truck drivers.
Some employers offer tuition reimbursement.
Defensive driving techniques, brake adjustment, equipment inspection, log books, and trip planning are just a few of the things the 11 week course covers. You will get quality driving time on each of the college's five tractors and six trailers. Concrete blocks weighing 24 tons are loaded on the flatbed so students can experience driving with cargo. For admittance, students need a clean driving record, some basic math skills, a Department of Transportation physical and a state CDL permit. Students should plan ahead for tuition and lab fees.