Where to start, southern Indiana

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Indiana WIOA Program will pay for cdl school, free to you.
If you can't afford to miss any paychecks, can attend cdl school on weekends.
Takes longer, but fills a niche some drivers need to get the career started.

 

In Indiana, you can access free CDL training through the following programs:

• Ivy Tech Community College: They have received a federal grant of over $85,000 to cover 100% of the costs of CDL-A training, permits, and licensing for eligible students in certain counties.
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• Workforce Ready Grant: This program offers tuition-free training in high-demand job fields, including CDL training.
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• DriveCo CDL Learning Center: They assist Indiana residents with significant barriers to cover the costs of CDL training, making it accessible for those who qualify.
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  These programs provide excellent opportunities for individuals looking to obtain their CDL without incurring costs.
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Here's another one! (From Post #3)
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program in Indiana provides funding for training services through the INTraining directory, which lists eligible training providers and programs.
Overview of WIOA in Indiana
The WIOA program aims to enhance workforce development by providing funding for training services to eligible individuals. In Indiana, the program is administered through local WorkOne offices, which help connect individuals with training opportunities that align with their career goals.

 

Southern Indiana is an excellent hiring area for many good cdl trucking jobs and for new cdl school grads that also have all the endorsements.
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The endorsements you should have are:
Hazmat
Tanker
Doubles/Triples
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TWIC
Transportation Worker Identification Credential
A TWIC card, or Transportation Worker Identification Credential, is a security credential issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the U.S. Coast Guard. It is required for individuals who need access to secure areas of maritime facilities and vessels regulated by the Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA). CDL drivers who pick up or deliver cargo to ports must obtain a TWIC card to enter secure maritime zones without needing an escort.
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Old Dominion Freight Line is about the best paying for a new driver. Hires from select CDL schools.
Has 6 locations in Indiana.
Must have all endorsements!
Old Dominion Freight Line, Indiana locations

 

Old Dominion Freight Line

 

Drivers – Mister P Trucking
801 Trey St, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
This one has cdl school.
I don't know about the pay. All trucking companies exaggerate the pay on their websites.

 

Home - Green Lines Transportation
702 Port Rd, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
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• Drivers must have 1 year of verifiable flatbed experience or 2 years of verifiable experience in the operation of Tractor/Trailer equipment.
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• Any driver who does not meet the experience level must participate in a 4 week training program.
• Student drivers must be able to provide training documents with a final GPA of 90% or better from an accredited training school.
• We only hire the BEST!