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Commercial Truck Driving - Employment Skills Training Program

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Website provided by the program.

At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
31 - 60 days
Locations
1 location in Georgia · jobs available nationwide
Target MOS/ratings
All
Nearest installation
Robins Air Force Base

About the program

The Commercial Truck Driving technical certificate program provides basic training in the principles and skills of commercial truck operations. The program is based on the definition of a truck driver as one who operates a commercial motor vehicle of all different sizes and descriptions on all types of roads. At the completion of the program, students will be awarded a technical certificate of credit and are prepared to take the Georgia Class A driver's license examination. Graduates will also earn 9 college credits.

Jobs this program prepares you for

Drivers are responsible for transporting different types of goods from distribution centers to customer locations using a truck. They are also required to perform inspections before and after a trip, and unload cased products from the trailer to customer facilities. These drivers also follow appropriate safety procedures to transport dangerous cargo and maintain logs of vehicle repair status and working hours.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Must obtain a learner's permit physical and drug screening prior to starting the course

Lodging provided by Robins AFB in a contingency dorm at no cost. Single room, shared bath with same gender; therefore, military members cannot be accompanied. Keywords: Trucking, CDL, Heavy Equipment, Heavy Equipment Operator, Heavy Equipment Operation, Truck Driver, Truck Driving, Tractor Trailor Operator, Tractor Trailor Operation, Commercial Driver, Commercial Driving, Commercial Drivers License, Commercial Driving License.

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

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