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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    Your Financial Aid Options at United Truck Driving School

    Updated February 2020 Interested in getting your Commercial Drivers License (CDL) but not sure how to finance your CDL training? Good news–many CDL schools offer ways to help you pay for your CDL training! Find out how you can reach your goals with the financial assistance offered at United Truck Driving School. Government Financial Aid … Continue reading “Ways To Pay For CDL School”

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    Find out we can help you get hired in trucking!

    Our top priority at United Truck Driving School is to help you get started in the trucking industry. Aside from providing quality CDL training, we’re also here to help you get hired in trucking! You’ve put in the work to get your CDL, and now there’s just one obstacle between you and your new career⏤getting … Continue reading “Job Placement Services Offered at United”

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    6 Steps to Prepare for Trucking Orientation

    Though you have earned your commercial drivers license (CDL), you’re not completely finished with your training just yet. The next step in your trucking career will be to finish the orientation process at the trucking company you’ll be working for. There are a few things you can do to prepare yourself for your orientation training. … Continue reading “Preparing for Orientation After CDL School”

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    Plenty of Job Options for New Drivers

    Updated March 2022 A large majority of the candidates interested in working in the trucking industry have one common worry: will anyone hire me with little to no driving experience? While industry experience is a must for many jobs, there is quite a selection of companies out there that are hiring new drivers. Many companies … Continue reading “Trucking Companies Hiring New Drivers”

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    5 Simple Steps to Start Your Trucking Career

    Interested in becoming a truck driver but now sure where to begin? Here are 5 simple steps to starting your new career as a professional truck driver! 1. FIND A SCHOOL THAT WORKS FOR YOU There are several things to consider when choosing a truck driving school. Obviously, location is a huge factor to think … Continue reading “How To Become a Truck Driver”

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    Supplies Every New Truck Driver Should Get!

    Congratulations on starting your new career in trucking! We want to make sure you’re prepared for the road ahead. The following is a list of items and a few tips to help you get a successful start as a truck driver. Just be sure you check what’s being given to you by your employer before … Continue reading ““Must-Haves” For New Drivers”