Another annoying newbie question!

I would suggest you look at companies based out of that area. Do a Google map search of trucking companies in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area.

 

Koch Logistics 2230 Energy Park Dr, St Paul, MN ‎ (651) 999-8500 ‎ · kochlogistics.com

 

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IMHO...the community college would be the best bet for you...it may cost a little more though IDK , but even if it does you can try and qualify for financial programs available and most schools will guide you through that process. You'll have a better chance at a better selection of job opportunities too...Good Luck!

 

Jeff Foster out of Superior WI. You'll have to check if they take newbies.

 

I'll second the better learning experience at a community college. Most actually cost a little less than an independent school and the quality of training is better as well. A quick search turned up a few programs not far from you. The community programs are 6-8 weeks, twice as long as an independent school, allowing you more time to soak up the knowledge and more road time to get comfortable behind the wheel. A company school like England, Swift or Central try to cram too much into too little time then throw you out on the road ASAP. If you have the time (two months) I'd go Vo-tech/Community College but the other options will work depending on your needs.
Minneapolis St-Paul is a decent destination and freight lane which would get you home on a reasonable basis. Schneider and Heartland Express are both good large companies to look at and there are many mid-size companies out of Minnesota and Wisconsin. Just check the Sunday paper!
This career is what you make it. It has a steep learning curve with 50% of new drivers quitting in the first 6 months. Get off on the right foot by picking a good school and good first company to drive for, Good Luck!
Go Vikings!

 

To the OP....some great advice right here^^^^^^^^^^^^

 

A few things, Go to an "Accredited" School, Call some of the companies that take the students and see what is on their list, I would also check with Watkins and Shepard out of Missoula Mt. they have a 10 day Boot camp of training and what to do in just about every situation, and then they put you in a truck and down the road you go, they are only a phone call away, They also have a list of the schools that are on this Accredited list! I wouldn't bother with the feeders, they will just screw you into driving for them and not pay you very much, Please go in and put where you are located, We all promise that we won't show up for dinner anytime soon. It helps us help you locate a company or a school. Thanks.