Witte Bros. Truck Driving School
Witte Bros. Truck Driving School provides CDL training courses and offers both paid training & a guaranteed job upon completion. Located in Troy, Missouri.
Contact Witte Bros. 800-325-8151 | 575 Witte Industrial Court | Troy, Missouri 63379
Learn from the Best Truck Driving School Professionals.
This is a low cost program that is coupled with the Witte Bros. trainee program to get you on the road to earning an outstanding income. You will enjoy weekly time at home and first year earning potential between $52,000 and $62,000 per year.
Contact Us Today: 1-877-GO-WITTE
To Qualify for Trucking School in Missouri
- Be at least 21 years old
- No DWI or DUI in last 3 years
- No more than 3 moving violations within last 3 years, with no more than 2 in the last 12 months
- No more than 1 serious violation in the last 5 years
- No license suspension in the last 3 years
- Stable work history and good references from former employers
- Must be able to read and write English
- Must have CDL permit
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Pass a pre-employment DOT physical, DOT drug screen, and job functioning evaluation
CDL Training and Truck Driving Tuition
A modest enrollment fee of $300 is all you need to get you on the fast track to earning your CDL. Included in this fee you will receive a Department of Transportation physical, Commercial Driver’s License an all necessary training materials required for Truck Driving Basic Training. This training will prepare you for an entry-level position as a professional driver.
Class Schedule
Phase One of your CDL training will last approximately 5 weeks. These sessions run Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. During this phase you will be taught in a classroom environment, learn and hone skills on a driving range, and receive local driving experience as well. At the completion of this phase is the successful passage of the Class A Commercial Driver’s License, otherwise known as a CDL.
Phase two of your program will be approximately 4 weeks of actual driving over-the-road with qualified trainers from Witte Bros. Exchange, Inc. You will receive weekly pay while driving during phase two of the program. The total training period is a minimum of 9 weeks, which includes approximately 4 weeks of paid on-the-job training.
After Training
After completion of phase one and phase two of the training program, you will be dispatched as a solo company driver.
After 60 days of solo driving, you will be eligible for health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Topics Covered During Training
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
- Air brakes
- Backing
- Complex Backing
- Basic Handling Characteristics
- Defensive Driving Techniques
- Map Reading
- Trip Planning
- Speed Management
- Visual Search
- Night Operations
- Extreme Driving Conditions
- Coupling & Uncoupling
- Customer Relations
- Expense Management
- Family Relations
- Accident Procedures
- Emergency Repairs
- Satellite Technology
- Public Relations
- And More
If you have any questions about our CDL training program or the company, please call us at 877-GOWITTE.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is class?
Monday – Friday; 7:30am – 3:30pm.
How long is the school program?
The total training period is a minimum of 9 weeks, consisting of approximately 5 weeks of classroom learning and 4 weeks of paid on-the-job training including actual driving over-the-road with qualified trainers from Witte Bros. Exchange, Inc.
Where are you located?
575 Witte Industrial Court, Troy, Missouri 63379.
How much do your drivers earn?
Our first-year drivers make an average of $52,000 – $62,000 a year.
How many instructors do you have?
We have three instructors with many years of experience.
Do you have lodging?
Yes, we have onsite lodging for students who live more than 50 miles away. We have six dorm rooms with beds (you will need to bring your own bedding).
What should I bring if I plan on staying in the dorms?
Plan on bringing bedding, food, toiletries and clothing that is weather appropriate.
What is around for groceries and food?
Walmart, Aldi, Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Walgreens, Arby’s, Dairy Queen, Subway, McDonald’s, Burger King, etc.
Can I drive for Witte after school and training?
Yes, once you complete your schooling you have guaranteed employment with Witte Bros.
