Paid CDL Training in NC?

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  1. 3beepz

    3beepz Bobtail Member

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    Hey there,

    I have been thinking about my CDL since I got my regular drivers license. I am 27 years old, single with no kids. Just my dog.
    I have experience hauling with gooseneck car trailers, as well as rollbacks hauling tandem. I am ready to get OTR and see the country while making money.
    I am curious if anyone knows of any companies that pay for your CDL training in NC
    (closer to Raleigh/Fayetteville the better)

    I have looked at all the schools and with my budget I wouldn't be able to afford the time off work from my current job(as I would be quitting) alongside paying for the school. Most schools near me offer a 4 week program, which I could afford to not have income during, but cant afford the school at the same time. I don't qualify for the WIOA program.

    I have looked at a lot of the mega companies that pay for your CDL, but I live alone with my dog and don't have an option for her to be watched until OTR alone.

    Are there any of the megas that will pay for training at a third party location within reasonable distance?
    Are there any companies that have training facilities in NC?
    Are there any companies in NC that offer payment plans for CDL schooling, that aren't 12-16 weeks long?


    I am determined to make this career/life commitment and if anyone has a suggestion on which route I can take in order to get my CDL and job given my situation I would greatly appreciate it!
     
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  3. Chinatown

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    Probably have to put the dog in a kennel until you get an assigned truck after all training is complete. Other drivers on this forum have done that with success.
     
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  4. Chinatown

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    May have to attend school out of state, depending on where the company will train you.
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    Stevens Transport | North American Multimodal Logisitcs Provider
    Runs 48 states.
    Ask this company where you will be trained and about when you can take the dog. Transportation to the school, meals, lodging is provided free to you.
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  5. lual

    lual Road Train Member

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    Check this one out:

    Apprenticeship Program | JRayl Transport

    Not sure where their CDL academy is done -- but they have a terminal in/near Danville, VA.

    For details/info on the specifics, inquire within.

    -- L
     
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  6. Chinatown

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    CDL Training Program - Wilson Logistics
    545 East Evergreen St
    Strafford, MO 65757

    Can take the dog after training.
    We pay for your transportation, lodging, breakfast, and lunch. You cover the cost of dinners.
    In cases like this where you pay for dinner, if money is tight, take some canned goods, mac& cheese, or anything else you can cook in a microwave. A microwave is usually available with your lodging.
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  7. snowmantrucking101

    snowmantrucking101 Heavy Load Member

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    Pam Transport use to use a school in Asheboro, NC. Check with them. 4 week class. NO animals during training.
     
  8. snowmantrucking101

    snowmantrucking101 Heavy Load Member

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    No, No, No on this one. Teaming from day 1 w/trainer.
     
  9. Chinatown

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