Truck Driving School

For over 30 years HDS Truck Driving Institute (HDS) has provided our students with the CDL training needed to become a professional truck driver. Whether you are looking to obtain a Class A or B commercial driver’s license, we offer several training and testing programs to meet your needs. The programs at HDS truck driving school combine classroom, yard, and on-the-road training and we can have you driving in as little as 4 weeks. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. Contact us today and one of our advisors will walk you through the process of obtaining your commercial driver’s license and explain how we can help you become a professional truck driver.

Truck Driver Jobs are on the Rise

There is still a shortage of truck drivers. As a result, many companies are offering signing bonuses, higher starting rates of pay, and more time off. This is great news for anyone wishing to pursue a career as a professional truck driver. Most of our students are offered a job while still in training, or shortly after completing truck driving school. Professional truck drivers earn a mean annual wage of $55,990. The top 10% of truck drivers make more than $76,000 per year*. HDS truck driving school can prepare you for local, regional, or over-the-road runs and we have opportunities for solo and team drivers. We don’t just stop at education, we also help our students find resources to finance truck driving school and we assist with job placement. Your success is important to us. Come tour the facility and meet one-on-one with a helpful Admission Advisor.

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Benefits of Becoming a Truck Driver

Completing your CDL training and becoming a truck driver can be a great career move. This is because there are so many positive aspects and opportunities associated with this profession. If you would like to pursue an exciting career in the trucking industry, HDS truck driving school can help you get the most out of your CDL training.

 GREAT JOB SECURITY
There is currently a shortage of truck drivers. This means there is high demand for new drivers to complete their CDL training.
 ACCELERATED EDUCATION
You can be driving within weeks. There are not many careers that will provide you with an opportunity to earn over $76,000* per year after only 4 weeks of CDL training.
 SEE THE COUNTRY
Many of our students love truck driving because it gives them the opportunity to hit the open road. Whether you’re driving through Yosemite National Park or across the Brooklyn Bridge, a career as a truck driver can give you the opportunity to see the country.
 HIGH PAY
You can earn over $72,730 per year* as a professional truck driver. Additionally, because of the driver shortage, a lot of trucking companies are offer signing bonuses.
 GREAT BENEFITS
Most employers offer benefits for their drivers. Benefits can include: medical, dental, life insurance, vision, and retirement plans. Some companies also offer paid vacation, holidays, and more.
 FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE
Drivers can decide what type of hauls they would like to drive and they can also decide between local, regional, or over-the-road runs.

If you are considering a career as a truck driver, contact HDS truck driving school. We can help you get the proper CDL training you need to start your new career. For more information, contact us today.

Choosing the Right Truck Driving School

There are many factors you need to consider when deciding which truck driving school you should attend. Conducting your own research is vital before making any big decisions. Here are some important factors to consider when deciding on a CDL training program:

Accredited Truck Driving School

It is important that the school you choose be accredited. HDS Truck Driving Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) and also earned its license through the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division.

Financial Assistance

Obtaining your commercial driver’s license is an investment in your future. However, not everyone can afford to pay for the cost of truck driving school. Financial Aid may be available for those who qualify.

PROGRAMS

CDL Training

At HDS Truck Driving Institute (HDS), we offer accelerated classes as well as an expanded program. Please click on the programs below for more details.

PROFESSIONAL TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAM

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PROFESSIONAL TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAM

Successfully completing this program is like earning your master’s degree in trucking. Read More

Allows you to operate any vehicle that includes a semi-trailer or trailer with two or more axles. Read More

Obtaining this license allows you to operate any heavy straight vehicle that weights 26,000 pounds or greater. Read More

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Employment Assistance

Our job placement and career planning program will help you achieve your goal of becoming a professional truck driver. We will help start the job application process while you are in truck driving school so you can hit the road shortly after graduation. We offer job placement assistance to all students and graduates.

These are a few of the things you should consider when choosing a truck driving school. HDS offers a wide range of flexible programs. You can complete your CDL training is as little as 4 weeks. We will provide you with the knowledge and experience you need to be successful in the trucking industry. We offer financial assistance for those who qualify and are here to help you every step of the way.

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Reasons To Choose HDS Truck Driving Institute

Nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)
Earn between $50,000-$76,000 per year*
Job placement assistance with pre-hire opportunities-you could be hired before you finish school!
Graduate in as little as 4 weeks
Receive personal attention in small classes
Interactive learning environment, including: classroom, range skill, and on-the-road (hands-on) driving
Learn from instructors with real road experience
Attend day, evening, or weekend classes
Financial aid available for those who qualify
All endorsements, including: Hazmat, Tankers, and Doubles/Triples
Paid externships for those who qualify

*Professional truck drivers earn a mean annual wage of $55,990. The top 10% of truck drivers make more than $76,000 per year according to the 2023 Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Truck drivers can earn anywhere from $50,000 to over $76,000 per year* and with our job placement and career planning program you'll have job options before you graduate.

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Your Guide to Getting a Commercial Driver’s License

HDS truck driving school will give you the tools needed to obtain your CDL. Truck drivers are the backbone of our society. They keep businesses and companies afloat and working like a well-oiled machine. The federal government requires that each state establishes and abides by standards for licensed commercial truck drivers.

Before you receive your CDL you must pass 2 tests:

1 General Knowledge Test

This covers information on how to operate the vehicle as well as the many obstacles truck drivers encounter while on the road.

a) Additional tests are available for applicants who wish to gain further knowledge of the many different types of commercial motor vehicles. Exams include:

Passenger Transport Test: This is a requirement for all bus drivers.
Air Brakes Test: This is a requirement for drivers who want to drive a vehicle equipped with air brakes.
Tanker Test: This is a requirement if you decide to drive commercial vehicles carrying liquids.

2 Skills Test

This will prepare applicants with real on-road experience to demonstrate their abilities and capabilities. The skills test is broken into 3 sections:

Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection: This tests a driver’s knowledge on whether or not a commercial vehicle is safe to drive. Applicants walk around the vehicle, checking tires, gauges, lights, and the overall condition of the vehicle.
Basic Vehicle Control: This tests a driver’s knowledge and basic skill and control of commercial vehicles.
On-Road Application: This tests a driver’s skill and control with on-road situations.

Applicants must also meet physical requirement qualifications. To be eligible to obtain a commercial driver’s license through a truck driving school, each person must come prepared with:

Social Security Card
Proof of Identity & Age
Proof of Residency
Proof of Insurance

There are other general qualifications each person must meet in order to be admitted to a truck driving school:

Applicant must be 21 years of age or older to apply.
Must be able to communicate fluently with the public.
Must be able to read and understand highway traffic signs.
Must be able to fill out reports and know how to respond to law enforcement.
Applicant must also have completed a driver’s road test and issued a certificate as proof of completion.

Once all required steps are finished, applicants who have successfully completed their CDL training as required in truck driving school will be able to contribute to the face-paced growth of our highways systems and be a part of helping our country move forward.

Truck Driving School

Our team at HDS truck driving school provides our truck drivers with a solid foundation to their career with our exceptional CDL training program. Our accredited truck driving school provides you with all the resources and tools you need to be successful on the open road and beyond. Your career is within reach, so contact us and get started with your education today, and we’ll make sure you are nothing but successful every step of the way.

Ready for a more exciting career? Ready to go places? Ready to make more money? Call 877.205.2141 to find out how soon you can get started. One of our advisors will walk you through the process of obtaining your CDL and explain how we can help you become a professional truck driver.

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