1. When I earn my CDL A, does this mean I have to go over the road?
No. Many of the companies are hiring for local jobs.
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2. Is job placement available?
While no school can guarantee you job placement, ACS' high employment rate speaks for itself. The overwhelming majority of our graduates are able to choose from the many carries that recruit from Allied.
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3. Where are classes held?
Allied Career Schools offers training is availble in Methuen, MA.
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4. What is the class schedule?
Classes are held from 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday, and 7:00am to 3:30pm, Saturday and Sunday.
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5. Is funding or financing assistance available?
Yes, funding and/or financing assistance is available if you qualify. Call 978.683.5370 for details.
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6. What opportunities do women have in trucking?
Demand for women drivers have never been greater, many carriers are heavily focused on recruiting women drivers.
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7. When I graduate, must I be a "Long-Haul" driver?
Carriers are quite diverse in their travel lanes, some are long-haul, some regional/dedicated and some are local. While there are local jobs available, there are more opportunities for long-haul drivers, and the pay is generally higher.
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8. Will I have a CDL when I finish training?
After the end of training, you will be scheduled to take a State CDL test. While every effort is made to assist you in passing the test, we do not guarantee results. Should you fail the test, we will work with you to schedule another test and be there with you as you re-test.
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9. My wife and I are interested, is there a demand for team drivers?
Yes, many carriers are looking for team drivers including husband/wife teams. This allows the carrier to move freight longer distances much faster.
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10. Should I be concerned about class size?
Of course you should. Your training is important and instructor attention is crucial. At ACS, we are equipped to deal with various class sizes.You can be sure that you will receive a substantial amount of road time.
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11. What other costs should I expect to pay?
Your tuition covers all your costs related to training. Books, materials, DOT Physical, DOT drug test and the State licensing test are all covered. All you need to pay are retest fees with the State if you don't pass the test your first time.
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12. What is the Difference between a Class A and Class B License?
Class A and Class B differ primarily in their weight restrictions. Below is a break-down of the difference, as well as the endorsements available.
Restrictions
Class A:
Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, provided the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds; holders of subclass A licenses may, with any appropriate endorsements and/or permits, operate all vehicles within subclasses B and C.
Class B:
Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing a vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds GVWR; Holders of subclass B license may, with any appropriate endorsements and/or permit, operate all vehicles within subclass C.
Endorsements
H = Hazardous Materials
N = Tank
P = Passenger
S = School Bus/STV
T = Doubles/Triples
X = N & H Combined
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