DRIVE
YOUR
DRIVE YOUR
FUTURE
FORWARD!
Find your purpose, discover your potential, and be part of something bigger than yourself as a commercial driver or diesel technician in Alabama.
Trucking keeps America going.
Truckers support our communities when we need them most.
During any crisis, truckers answer the call. From supporting our nation's supply chain following natural disasters to empowering the world's largest and most robust economy, Truckers keep America going.
With the critical role the trucking industry plays in our national economic and service infrastructure, reliable and future-focused men and women are in high demand among many industry-related career fields.
Professional Drivers and Diesel Technicians currently rank among the most sought-after and highly-paid positions in the industry.
Learn more about these two exciting career paths below, or click here to start your journey in the trucking industry.
A Trucking Lifestyle.
Meet the Real Faces of Alabama Trucking.
Hear from the men and women on the front lines of the trucking industry on what to expect out of your trucking future.
Alejandro Ibarra
Professional Driver
“Being able to help people is the best part about my job. I look at it as somebody needs something and I am able to deliver.”
Grant Crabill
Diesel Technician
“I have a lot of opportunities in this industry to set goals and then beat them.”
Felicia Adu
Professional Driver
“The most rewarding thing is the other truck drivers I meet, they are helpful, they look out for you and have your back.”
Timothy Bibb
Diesel Technician
“It makes me proud to drive by a truck and know I fixed that truck! To see what it is supposed to be doing and functioning properly.”
Haley Pang
Diesel Technician
“This industry is constantly changing, but everybody loves to help everbody.”
John Dempsey
Diesel Technician
“Trucks move the country. Every store you to has some type of delivery. You get a sense that you are doing your part by being in this industry.”
Kyle Rudowski
Diesel Technician
“If you want a hands-on work environment, this is definitely a great choice for you!”
Devante Caldwell
Professional Driver
“To anyone looking to join the trucking industry, I say go for it! The community and relationship building are all there.”
Your Trucking Future Starts Here.
Become a
Commerical
Driver
Become a
Diesel
Technician
How to Get Your CDL.
Becoming a Commercial Driver starts with obtaining your CDL license.
Here are the four steps to get your future rolling.
The average income for a professional truck driver is $71,188.
CDL training provider's tuitions vary between $3,500 - $4,500 with many offering scholarship opportunities for qualified applicants.
Prep For Your CDL Licence
Obtain a copy of your state’s CDL manual, and decide what kind of vehicle you’ll be driving and which of the three classes of CDL you will need.
Get Your Commercial Learners Permit (CLP)
This permit authorizes you to practice with a qualified CDL holder next to you.
Train for Your CDL
Complete entry-level driver training with a registered training provider.
This training provider will prepare you for your trucking future and assist in connecting you with trucking companies who are looking to hire.
Pass the CDL Skills Test
You must pass the three parts of the Skills Test: the Vehicle Inspection Test, the Basic Controls Test and the Road Test.
Earn a High School Diploma
You'll need your diploma or GED in order to enter most diesel technician training programs.
Other Considerations
Diesel technicians are in high demand, but many employers might require certain criteria like having a CDL license or an associate degree.
