CDL Training Resources & Trucking Career News
Helpful Information About Truck Driving Careers
Check out this selection of articles below to learn more about career choices and how to prepare for in-demand job opportunities within the trucking industry. Then, when you’re ready to get started with your CDL Training, give us a call! Contact us at 619-345-3676 if you are interested in our San Diego Campus, or call 951-344-4827 if you would like to know more about our Riverside Campus.
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Transitioning into the trucking industry
After serving his country with discipline and dedication, Shaun found his next opportunity behind the wheel. Trading military boots for a big rig, he began a new chapter with United Truck Driving School as a veteran in our Class A CDL program. We not only thank him for his dedicated service to our country, but … Continue reading “Veterans in Truck Driving: Why Shaun Chose a CDL Career”
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Have you met our new admissions rep? Sarah's your guide to starting CDL training!
While she’s not a new face, we’d like to welcome Sarah to our Admissions department at United Truck Driving School’s San Diego campus! Sarah has been working with us since 2018, and she’s been valuable to our team! Now, she’s ready to help set our students up for success in getting their CDL. Before joining … Continue reading “Meet United Truck Driving School’s Newest Admissions Rep!”
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Lamont Fields' Route from CDL Classroom to Cross-Country
From our CDL school to the open highway, Lamont Fields is an example of what it means to follow a dream – no matter how long it takes to get there. A recent graduate of United Truck Driving School, Lamont is now a CDL driver for Melton trucking. Lamont’s story shows that you can reach … Continue reading “Drive to Succeed: A CDL School Grad Story”
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Everything to Know About the DOT as a CDL Driver
If you’re ready to become a commercial driver, you’ll need to be familiar with the Department of Transportation (DOT) physical. This medical exam is required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) in order to hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL). The purpose of this exam is to ensure that commercial drivers are physically … Continue reading “DOT Physical: Your Guide to Getting Road Ready”
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United Graduate Shares His CDL Experience
We love all our graduates here at United Truck Driving School, and Tim is no exception! Our grads go on to do great work in the trucking industry and we love to hear from those who have transformed their lives since earning their CDL! Attending United helped Tim to start a new chapter in his … Continue reading “Celebrating Success: Tim’s Journey with United Truck Driving School”
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Cures for Boredom Behind the Wheel
Everyone experiences work-related stress, but the unique lifestyle of a long-haul trucker can increase the chances of mental burnout. Truckers spend long hours behind the wheel, facing the many stressors of the road. Traffic, poor weather conditions, tight quarters, and haul deadlines all contribute to the risk of job burnout. But you can be a … Continue reading “How to Fight Truck Driver Burnout”