Michael’s Transportation Service

This is a four week program consisting of field and classroom training totaling 95 hours. This training includes DOT Safety Rules and Regulations, State Regulations and proficiency development in the skills required to obtain the Class B License. Classroom training includes topics such air brakes, passenger endorsement and DMV general knowledge preparation material. Field training includes both observation and behind the wheel time. The field training consists of driving and training areas that includes a combination of highway, city, and heavy traffic driving with emphasis on defensive driving techniques. Backing, safety and emergency procedures are also practiced extensively. The training also consists of DMV skills practicing, DMV road testing and job search techniques.

This course consists of twelve chapters of the state rules and regulations for school bus driving. A minimum of 20 classroom hours are required by law. After each chapter a test is given which requires a grade of 70% or better to pass. After the 12 chapters are completed a final examination is given which requires a grade of 70% or better to pass. The behind-the-wheel portion of the course consists of seven skill levels. The student must demonstrate proficiency in each skill level before they are tested by the CHP. The law requires a minimum of 20 hours of one-on-one training behind the wheel of the appropriate class vehicle to complete this portion of the course. An additional 40 hours are required to prepare the student to pass the Class B CDL written exam, air brakes, and passenger endorsement requirements at the DMV. The student is also required to pass a first aid test administered by the CHP.

Our Tractor/Trailer Operator Course is a four week program totaling 160 hours between field and classroom. This training includes DOT Safety Rules and Regulations as well as proficiency development in the skills required to obtain the Commercial Drivers License (CDL). Our Students are required to attend 40 hours of classroom training covering such subject as DOT logbooks, defensive driving, and job search techniques. Field Training includes both observation and behind the wheel time consisting of driving in training areas that include a combination of highway, city, and heavy traffic driving with an emphasis on defensive driving. Backing safety and emergency procedure are also practiced extensively. After completion of the course, students are taken to the DMV for the (CDL) Driving and Skills tests. Upon successfully passing the tests, you will be able to enter the trucking industry as a qualified entry-level Diesel Tractor/Trailer Driver.