Class B CDL Training

Are You Considering Class B Truck or Bus CDL Training So You Can Take Advantage of the Many Jobs Opportunities Available Today And…
Be Home Every Night Be Home Every Night^®. If so, you’ve come to the right place.

You see, for many years Commercial Driver School’s™ exceptional instructors – all experienced commercial truck drivers – have helped our students earn their Class A CDL, so that when they graduate – often in just four short weeks – they’re ready to accept local – and other – job positions immediately.

But this is only part of what we do for our graduates.

Once their training is completed, we send our graduates up-to-the-minute information on job openings. In fact, we’ve helped 92% of our graduates find jobs that fit their needs, preferences, and CDL type so their careers and lifestyle goals are aligned.

We’re able to do this because we work directly with a number of respected companies (e.g. JJ Williams, Gordon Trucking, Airgas, etc.) that contact us whenever they are actively looking to fill job vacancies.

I feel like I made the exact right decision in selecting your school. I am 100% satisfied and happy to have made new friends. Thanks so much!! . – Earl J., Seattle, Washington

What is a Class B CDL and What Can I Do With It?

If you’re like the vast majority of students, you’re interested in earning your Class B CDL for one big reason: a job. And you’re also probably aware that the US trucking industry is experiencing a widespread truck driver shortage and therefore, your chances of landing a good job right after graduation are excellent. This is just one the many reasons that a CDL is one of the wisest and most cost-effective investments you can make.

When you earn your Class B CDL you’ll be licensed to drive single vehicles with manufacturers’ weight ratings of 26,001 lbs. or more. This includes vehicles such as dump trucks, commercial buses and more.

Just think…  in no time,  you too could be “on the road” and living the brighter future you always imagined. So why wait any longer?

Why Trust Commercial Driver School™ for Your CDL Class B Truck or Bus Training?

First, we’ve worked very hard to earn our reputation as the most respected  – and fastest growing – truck driver training school and we’re working just as hard to keep it.

Second, we recognize that our students expect – and deserve – exceptional Class B CDL training from trusted professionals who will make sure that they’re ready to “take to the road” quickly and safely. And in order to deliver on that promise, we’ve taken a fresh new approach to CDL training, which means you can expect:

Thoughtful answers and guidance: Let’s be honest, starting a new career can be difficult. In fact, you may still be wondering if CDL training is the right fit for you. If so, please call us toll-free at 888-558-7120 or 253-983-0200 so you can talk with one of our experienced and caring instructors. He or she will listen to your concerns, answer your questions, learn more about your situation and offer you his or her candid advice.

Superior, personalized CDL training: Our outstanding instructors – all licensed commercial drivers – will “take you by the hand” and provide you with the knowledge, skills, and tools you need to earn your Class B CDL.  And since our student-to-instructor ratio is 3-to-1, you’ll get the one-on-one attention you deserve.

Flexible class schedules: New classes start nearly every week of the year (For details, our 2023 Class Schedule by Location below) and we offer day (6am-2:30 pm) and evening (3:30pm-midnight) classes Monday-Friday.

Local and regional job placement assistance: After graduation, you can turn to us with confidence for help in finding the right job for your skills, CDL type, location preferences, and more.

Convenient training locations: You can choose to train for your Class B CDL at one of our five campuses, located in Port Orchard (Kitsap County), Lakewood (Pierce County), Olympia (Thurston County) or Auburn (King County).

Affordable tuition fees and funding options available: We’re pleased that we can offer world-class CDL training classes and still maintain our competitive fees. What’s more, we offer financial aid assistance.

Commercial Driver School’s™ Enrollment Requirements

Before doing anything else, we strongly recommend that you call us toll-free at 888-558-7120 or 253-983-0200, so we can help you locate and prepare the required documents.

In order to enroll in our Class B Truck or Bus CDL training classes you must be 18-years-old, or older, and…

• Have a valid driver’s license
• Show proof of your education
• Have a valid Social Security card (work authorization)
• Pass the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) physical and drug screening
• Provide a copy of your 5-year driving abstract record from the Dept. of Licensing. This is to be pulled and turned in during the first week of class.

  Class B Truck and Bus CDL Training Fees and Schedule

  Schedule: Monday-Friday
  Day Class Times: 6am-2:30 pm
  Evening Class Times: 3:30 pm-midnight

  2023/2024 Class Locations and Start Dates:

  Port Orchard

  10/02/2023
  10/23/2023
  11/13/2023
  12/04/2023
  12/25/2023
  01/15/2024
  02/05/2024
  02/26/2024
  03/18/2024
  04/08/2024
  04/29/2024
  05/20/2024
  06/10/2024
  07/01/2024
  07/22/2024
  08/12/2024
  09l02/2024
  09/23/2024
  10/14/2024
  11/04/2024
  11/25/2024
  12/16/2024

  Lakewood & Olympia

  0/09/2023
  10/30/2023
  01/20/2023
  12/11/2023
  01/01/2024
  01/22/2024
  02/12/2024
  03/04/2024
  03/25/2024
  04/15/2024
  05/06/2024
  05/27/2024
  06/17/2024
  07/08/2024
  07/29/2024
  08/19/2024
  09/09/2024
  09/30/2024
  10/21/2024
  11/11/2024
  12/02/2024
  12/23/2024

  Auburn/Twin Falls

  10/16/2023
  11/06/2023
  11/27/2023
  12/18/2023
  01/08/2024
  01/29/2024
  02/19/2024
  03/11/2024
  04/01/2024
  04/22/2024
  05/13/2024
  06/03/2024
  06/24/2024
  07/15/2024
  08/05/2024
  08/26/2024
  09/16/2024
  10/07/2024
  10/28/2024
  11/18/2024
  12/09/2024
  12/30.2024

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  Funding Options Available? Yes. Please call 253-983-0200 for more information.

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  Class B CDL Training Components & Course Topics

  1. Classroom: 20 Hours (Week 1)

  • First Aid
  • CPR
  • Accident Procedures
  • Air Supply System
  • Backing
  • Basic Vehicle Control
  • Cargo Documentation
  • Cargo Handling
  • Communication
  • Emergency Procedures, Skid Control & Crash Avoidance
  • Extreme Driving Conditions
  • FMCSR, MCSAP
  • Hazard Recognition
  • Hazmat Cargo Handling and Documentation
  • Hours of Service Map Reading
  • Mirror Usage
  • Night Operation
  • Personal Health and Safety
  • Preventative Maintenance, D&R Problems
  • Shifting
  • Space Management
  • Speed Management
  • Trip Planning
  • Vehicle Control Systems
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Visual Search
  • Lab/Range/Observation-6 Hours
  • Air Supply System
  • Proficiency in Backing
  • Vehicle Control Systems

  Street-14 Hrs/Backing-4 Hrs/Proficiency-4 Hrs

  • Accident Procedures
  • Air Supply System
  • Backing
  • Basic Vehicle Control
  • Cargo Documentation
  • Cargo Handling
  • Coupling and Uncoupling (5th wheel, pintle hook
  • Extreme Driving Conditions FMCSR
  • Mirror Usage
  • Preventative Maintenance, D&R Problems
  • Proficiency in Backing
  • Shifting
  • Sliding 5th Wheels/Tandems
  • Vehicle Control Systems
  • Vehicle Inspection