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Truck Driving (CDL)
Truck Driving (CDL)
at MT Training Center
Dallas Catalog
The Truck Driving Program is designed to provide the student with the skills and competencies necessary to pass the Texas Department of Public Safety Commercial Driver’s License Exams. Once the student is issued a CDL from the Texas DPS, he/she will be qualified to perform entry-level truck driving duties.
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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). May be required to unload truck. Requires commercial drivers' license. Includes tow truck drivers.
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$35,300
$49,920
$75,220
$16.97
$24
$36.16
Admissions
The applicant must schedule an interview with the admissions office and submit a completed application. Applicants must be a United States citizen or have proof of current permanent residency. Successful completion of the Department of Transportation physical examination (long form required); successful completion of a Department of Transportation drug screening; must possess a valid; Texas driver’s license prior to enrollment; free of any outstanding tickets and/or warrants; provide MT Training Center with a copy of your High school diploma, GED, or successfully pass the written Learner’s Permit section of the CDL exam; Complete your Admissions Application; must be at least 18 years of age (Limited to intrastate driving) / 21 years of age for interstate driver; must be able to read and write English; must be able to perform simple arithmetic; no felony convictions involving illegal drugs in a commercial vehicle, and no DWI (driving while intoxicated) violations within the last 3 years.