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Class A Truck Driver at MTS Training Academy

Class A Truck Driver

at MTS Training Academy

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Our Class A Operator Course is a four-week program totaling 160 hours between behind-the-wheel and classroom. This training includes DOT Safety Rules and Regulations as well as proficiency development in the skills required to obtain the Commercial Driver's License (CDL).  Students are required to attend 40 hours of classroom training covering such subjects as DOT logbooks, defensive driving, and job placement techniques. Field Training includes both observation and time behind the wheel, consisting of driving in training areas that include a combination of highway, city, and heavy traffic driving with an emphasis on defensive driving. Backing safety and emergency procedure are also practiced extensively. 

Leads to

$49.9k careers

Costs

$5k

Takes

6 Weeks
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Example Career

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.

Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics
Realistic
Conventional

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Hourly Wage

$35,300

$49,920

$75,220

$16.97

$24

$36.16

Admissions

   Driver's license
   Drug testing

There are no requirements to take this training course.

Who do I Contact?

140 Yolano Drive
Vallejo, CA 94589

Quick Facts

Location:  Vallejo, CA

Type:  Short-term training 0-6 months

Format:  HybridWhite Background

Hours:  Full-time

Age:  18 and up

Requirements:  Driver's license, Drug testing