Class 1, 3 & 4 Driver Training

VTS offers a variety of customized training programs to accommodate different levels of skills and the flexibility of private one-on-one hourly training or group instruction. 2.5 WEEKS Commercial Driver Training Course (Class 1 OR 3)

• 40 hours classroom
• 25 hours hands on in truck training & Road Test
• 25 hours observation in truck based on minimum 2 students

Classroom Training Includes:

• Orientation:  Equipment Familiarization, Pre-Trip Inspection
• Air Brake Adjustment
• Hours of Service (Log Books)
• Defensive Driving
• Air Brakes System
• TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods)
• Tires, Wheels, Suspension & Chains
• Load Securement
• National Safety Code
• Trouble Shooting/Servicing

CLASS 1 & 3 HOURLY TRUCK TRAINING

• Pre-trip inspection, coupling, uncoupling, backing, rural, urban and highway driving will be covered in preparation for the motor vehicle road test.
• Responsible for making arrangements with the motor vehicle for road test (road test costs $56.60).

* We do not guarantee you a license and if extra training is needed, you can purchase extra hours at a cost per hour CLASS 1 & 3 DRIVER/OPERATOR EVALUATIONS for *Experienced & New Drivers* (4 Hours)

• Pre-trip inspection, coupling, uncoupling, backing, rural, urban and highway driving will be evaluated.
• A written report will be completed for your records.
• This provides a documented assessment of the driver/operators’ present ability and whether future training is required.
• This can be a valuable “Risk Management” tool in our liability driven society.
• Evaluations can provide an independent assessment of an individual’s ability for new hires or in house job competitions.
• Evaluations are also provided to companies seeking a skills assessment of an employee as part of a post-accident investigation to verify whether the individuals’ ability is at an acceptable level or identify that further training may be required.