Trucking Truth Blog: Articles Tagged 'Free CDL Training'
OTR Training- Week 1: Patience and Perseverance
by lucky13
Becoming a solo truck driver is a difficult challenge. This article explores the journey of one truck driver and the challenges they faced. Learn what it takes to become a truck driver and the challenges you will face along the way.
Learning How To Back Up A Big Truck
by TruckerMike
Trucker Mike shares his tips and tricks for mastering the truck driver test. Learn the different types of backing maneuvers and how to stay within the specified boundaries. Find helpful tricks to help you pass the CDL backing exam.
Financing Options For Truck Driving School
by Tanya Bons
This article provides an overview of the various financing options available to help you afford truck driver training. Grants, loans, and company-sponsored training are all options to consider, as well as tuition reimbursement after you complete training.
Types of Trainers and How to Deal With Them
by TruckerMike
This article covers various truck driver trainer personalities and how to manage them as a student or new driver. Advice is given on how to handle relaxed, aggressive, or emotionally charged trainers.
A Trainer's Perspective On Teaching Students How To Shift
by TruckerMike
Become a certified CDL instructor with tips from a trainer with over two and a half years of experience. Learn how to handle stress, shift smoothly, and manage students. Discover how to help students make successful shifts, sharp turns, and how to manage stress.
I'm Becoming a CDL Instructor!
by TruckerMike
Trucker Mike shares his experience of becoming a CDL instructor and training a new driver. He explains the process of the CDL training program, the challenge for trucking companies, the driver trainer contract, and the importance of quality trainers. He also discusses the misconception of CDL programs being money makers and the importance of speaking up if you have a bad CDL instructor.
Training Time Is Over And It's Time To Test
by JakeCat22
This article provides an overview of the tests truck drivers must take before being assigned their own truck. It covers the road test, coupling and uncoupling procedures, a skills test, a test on the Qualcomm, and a trip planning test. Tips and advice are provided for passing the tests and getting assigned a truck.
On The Road In Training: There's Been A Lot Of Ups And Downs
by JakeCat22
This article follows a new truck driver's journey as they learn the finer points of the trucking industry. From learning how to shift and scale a load, to the challenges of city driving and being away from family, the article provides an insightful look into the trucking industry.
On The Road In Training: Doing Things For The First Time
by JakeCat22
This first-hand account of a truck driver's first day out delivering loads details the excitement and challenges of the job. Learn about the difficulties of unloading a 53 foot trailer, driving in the dark, and the surprise of a truck stop shower.
My First Days On The Road With A Trainer
by JakeCat22
This article follows a truck driver's experience of meeting Bob the trainer and sleeping in the truck for the first time. It provides tips and advice on truck driver training.
The Meat And Potatoes Of Orientation
by JakeCat22
This article is for truck drivers and anyone in the trucking industry. It covers the 'meat and potatoes' of truck driver training, including post-trip inspections, backing, and coupling and uncoupling. It also covers the good days and bad days of training, as well as the skills testing that drivers must pass to become officially certified.
Our First Day Driving
by JakeCat22
On the first day of truck driving, you will learn how the company wants you to drive to be safe, how to properly shift and turn, and how to use the Qualcomm system. It can be overwhelming, but thousands of truckers do it on a regular basis.
Judgment Day At Orientation
by JakeCat22
Day two of orientation was the most stressful yet, with a physical assessment test and driving simulator. The assessment tested various squats and lifting tasks, and the driving simulator tested how the driver would react to different scenarios. After the assessment, everyone passed and the instructor said they would teach the company's way of shifting and downshifting next week.
On My Way To Orientation
by JakeCat22
Jakecat22 shares his journey to orientation for his first trucking job. He drives 170 miles and experiences a miracle with his car's air conditioning. He arrives at the hotel and meets his roommate. He ends the blog with the promise of more to come.
What You Need To Know Before Choosing A Truck Driving School
by Tanya Bons
When choosing a truck driving school, consider factors such as drive time, quality of training, job placement, and the quality of instructors. Understand the importance of each factor and do your research to make the best decision.
The Science of Truck Driving
by Philosopher Paul
Truck driving is a complicated science, similar to Thermodynamics and Chaos Theory. This article follows the author's journey from truck driving school to working solo and the lessons he learned. From close calls to learning to stay calm and go with the flow, the author shares his experiences and how truck driving has made him a better person.
My First Ever Solo Run!
by Philosopher Paul
This article follows the journey of a new truck driver as they embark on their first solo run. They face challenges such as learning to back up their truck, understanding the loading process, and navigating unfamiliar roads. Despite the challenges, the driver is able to complete their first solo run successfully.
The Showdown With "The Colonel" - Handling My Trainer's Tirades
by Philosopher Paul
Colonel Kurtz is a truck driver with 10 years of experience and 400 students. He has a dark side and a vendetta against four-wheelers. Read about his story and how a showdown between him and his student resulted in a newfound understanding.
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