BASIC CDL SKILLS PROGRAM

Associated Training Services (ATS) is a private education and training school offering entry level training programs for heavy equipment operators, crane operators, riggers, signalpersons, and Class-A CDL truck drivers. ATS’s heavy equipment programs include equipment such as wheel loaders, backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, scrapers, motor graders and skid steers. ATS’s crane programs include telescopic boom cranes, lattice boom cranes, tower cranes, articulated boom cranes and digger derricks. ATS’s crane programs help students get certified through the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO).

A Class-A CDL Truck Driver operates vehicles with a combined weight over 26,001 lbs, typically tractor-trailers, to transport goods safely and efficiently. Key responsibilities include conducting pre/post-trip inspections, securing cargo, adhering to DOT regulations (hours-of-service), managing ELD logs, and ensuring timely deliveries while maintaining vehicle maintenance. Key Job Responsibilities• Driving & Operation: Safely operate heavy vehicles (semi-trucks, tankers, flatbeds) over long distances or local routes.• Inspections & Maintenance: Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections of tires, lights, brakes, and fuel. Report defects and perform minor maintenance.• Cargo Management: Load, unload, and secure cargo using straps, chains, or binders to prevent damage during transit.• Documentation: Maintain accurate electronic logs (ELDs), mileage reports, fuel receipts, and bills of lading in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.• Route Planning: Plan routes, monitor traffic, and manage time to meet delivery schedules.• Communication: Coordinate with dispatchers, warehouse staff, and clients to confirm delivery details.