Alpha Truck Driving School

CDL TRAINING IN GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL

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Highly rated CDL school serving Glendale Heights, IL, and the surrounding suburbs.

(630) 628-1111

ALPHA TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL

CDL TRAINING IN GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL

Highly rated CDL school serving Glendale Heights, IL, and the surrounding suburbs.

(630) 628-1111

CDL Training

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CDL Training

Tuition

Job Placement

Enrollment

Gear Up for a New Career This Fall!

Give yourself the gift of a lifetime this season with an exciting new career. Call (630) 628-1111 for course details and pricing.

160 Hour Class A Course

CDL TRAINING PROGRAMS

CDL CLASS A

A Class A CDL allows truck drivers to operate tractor-trailer motor vehicles such as truck and trailer combinations, including double trailers, triple trailers, and tractor-trailer buses.

CDL CLASS B

A Class B CDL permits truck drivers to operate dump trucks, buses, and straight trucks.

Are you looking for corporate training solutions? Do you need to upgrade your CDL, or need a refresher course? We can help.

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flexible financial aid for your CDL training program

START MAKING MORE MONEY WITH A CDL LICENSE

COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE

Alpha Truck Driving School is highest rated CDL school in the Glendale Heights Metropolitan area. Our CDL training program is designed to provide professional truck driver training and prepare you to obtain a commercial drivers license (CDL).

TRUCK DRIVER SALARY

A truck driver’s salary in the State of Illinois ranges from $53,000 to $73,00 annually. This is reported from Indeed, Career Explorer, Zip Recruiter, and Salary.com.

TRUCK DRIVER SHORTAGE

Currently, there is a demand for new truck drivers. The truck driver shortage is a result of the COVID pandemic, supply chain disruptions, and a reduced workforce.

Our CDL training classes will give you the tools necessary to obtain a commercial drivers license. A CDL License will open doors to many truck driving jobs. These are the benefits of Alpha Truck Driving School:

⭐ You will be in HIGH DEMAND upon graduation

⭐ Flexible payment options

⭐ Multiple tuition options available

⭐ One-on-one training

⭐ Experienced, professional, and dedicated instructors

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AREAS WE SERVICE IN THE GLENDALE HEIGHTS METRO AREA

City/Township: Glendale Heights
Zip Code: 60137, 60139
County: DuPage

CDL CLASSES IN GLENDALE HEIGHTS IL

COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES

Alpha Truck Driving School is open to students from Glendale Heights. Students will learn the core basics of driving a commercial motor vehicle. Our state-certified instructors will teach students safe driving standards, how to perform a pre-trip inspection, and give one-on-one behind-the-wheel training.

SPECIALIZED CDL TRAINING CLASSES

Alpha instructors have been training drivers in the Glendale Heights region for years. Students will be prepared to pass the CDL skills test and ace the CDL exam with our unique and specialized program.

GLENDALE HEIGHTS TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL

WHY CHOOSE GLENDALE HEIGHTS CDL SCHOOL?

Here at Glendale Heights CDL School, our students are equipped to obtain the skills necessary to obtain the job of their dreams.

We understand the challenges of transitioning careers and the complexities of everyday life. So we are flexible with our student’s schedules. At Alpha, our students will benefit from:

⭐ Training on our 275,000 sq. ft. facility. Biggest lot in the state of Illinois

⭐ One of a kind, state-of-the-art driving simulator

⭐ Instructors and staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and multi-lingual

⭐ In-classroom instruction, hands-on practice

⭐ BEST prices in the region

⭐ Flexible schedule

Get Your CDL from our professional truck driving school

ENTRY LEVEL DRIVER TRAINING

Alpha Truck Driving School provides CDL training to new drivers with zero experience. We meet ELDT requirements and can provide in-depth instruction for students around Glendale Heights, IL.

GLENDALE HEIGHTS, ILLINOIS DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Follow Armitage Ave to Glen Ellyn Rd 1 min (0.5 mi)

Continue on Glen Ellyn Rd. Take E Army Trail Rd and IL-53 N to Itasca Rd in Addison 12 min (5.4 mi)

Continue on Itasca Rd to your destination 45 s (0.1 mi)

Alpha Truck Driving School 1250 W Lake St, Addison, IL 60101

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long is CDL school in Illinois?

Depending on your CDL program, your training may take a couple of weeks or more. Our training program is designed to prepare you for the test but also to give you the skills to be safe on the open road. Our thorough training helps job placement once you pass your exam!
How much do CDL drivers make?

Currently, the job market is experiencing a CDL driver shortage. The worst one since the late ’90s. This has driven the pay of commercial drivers to increase significantly. Chicagoland area truck driver salary is in a range of $53,000 to $73,000 annually according to local recruiting agencies.
How do I obtain my commercial driver's license?

The first step to obtain a commercial driver’s license is to check for truck driving schools that meet ELDT requirements. Alpha Truck Driving School is certified to teach entry-level drivers. Then obtain a commercial learner’s permit (CDL permit) to begin the training program.

While choosing a CDL training school, remember some transportation companies offer paid CDL training, but this includes a contract with that company, meaning less freedom to work how you would want. Other trucking companies do offer tuition reimbursement so keep in mind your options!
What is CDL training like?

Alpha Truck Driving School will prepare you for your written exam with in-class instructional training. Once you obtain your CDL learners permit, your education will be focused on learning the fundamentals of inspecting a commercial tractor-trailer, proper trip planning techniques, and DOT safety guidelines.

Upon satisfactory completion, the student will continue his training at our driving range. Our curriculum consists of 20 hours of behind-the-wheel training on local streets and interstate roads, 20 hours of skills training, and 20 hours of observational instruction.
How old do you have to be to obtain a CDL license?

Driver must be at least 18 years of age to drive a commercial motor vehicles within state lines, operator must be at least 21 years of age to drive a commercial motor vehicle across state lines. The driver must also have a valid driver’s license. You also need to be 21 years old to transport hazardous materials or passengers.
Can I get a CDL job with a criminal record?
What is a CDL A license?

Class A CDL is a Commercial Driver’s License that allows you to drive any combination vehicle in access of 26,000 pounds. A combination vehicle is a vehicle that has a pulling unit and a trailer or trailers (driver must have appropriate endorsements). Class A CDL is the highest category of a driver’s license and allows the holder to operate smaller vehicles (class B or class C). No matter which technical diploma you choose to work toward, a CDL will give you career options!
What are the endorsements on a commercial driver's license?

Endorsements are required to haul certain types of cargo or to drive a combination vehicle with more than one trailer. In order to obtain an endorsement on your CDL license, a series of tests must be taken – mostly written. Passenger endorsement also requires an on-the-road test – driving a bus. Hazardous materials (Hazmat) endorsement requires a background screening.

To learn more contact us at (630) 628-1111.