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PREMIER – VALPARAISO, IN

361 W U.S. Hwy 6, Valparaiso, IN 46385

800-897-1833 – Recruiting

Transportation Info

Please arrange your personal transportation to the hotel.

Lodging Info

Motel 6. 8290 Louisiana St.
Merrillville IN 46410
219-738-2701

Restaurant Info

There are numerous restaurants within 2 miles of our Premier Truck Driving School.

SCHOOL INFORMATION

Must be be at least 18 years old. CDL drivers under 21 will be eligible to drive within the state lines only.
Complete all portions of the driver application.
Obtain a DOT medical card. This requires passing a DOT physical with a DOT registered doctor.
Obtain a CDL Permit at your local DMV.
Upon arrival, pass a mandatory drug screen.
Have results of the physical that meet minimum standards, including:
- A blood pressure rating of 140/90 or less.
- An eyesight rating of 20/40 or better.
- A horizontal field of vision rating of no less than 80 degrees.
Understand that firearms are strictly forbidden on the school property.

For more information, please call a recruiter at 800-897-1833.

Valid State Driver’s License
DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate (typically the last page of the DOT packet)
Valid I9 document (e.g. Social Security Card – original, Passport, U.S. Birth Certificate)

With this fast-paced truck driver training program, you will accomplish great things by the end of the first week. Students of the training program will find that, although demanding, the course is also very rewarding.

During the first week of class, you will meet your instructor and learn about the safety procedures to backing maneuvers. There may be homework every day throughout the program, but you will find that the more you work, the sooner you will accomplish your goals.

After attending classroom instruction, your time spent in the trucks will teach you how to:

Turn the tractor-trailer.
Handle railroad crossings and intersections.
Drive in city and highway traffic.
Back up the tractor-trailer.
Couple and uncouple the tractor to the trailer.
Inspect your equipment, including the complete pre-trip inspection.
Test your brakes.

The D.O.T. requires that each driver meet certain qualifications and pass a physical exam (Code of Federal Regulations, title 49, sec. 391).

D.O.T. PHYSICAL

Vision – Must be corrected to at least 20/40 or better in both eyes
A horizontal field of vision rating of no less than 80 degrees.
Pass drug/alcohol screening
Pass respiratory, cardiac, medical history and medications screening
Hearing test with or without hearing aid
Blood pressure must be 140/90 or better

CERTAIN MEDICAL CONDITIONS

Prior to arrival, there are certain medical conditions that need to be cleared by our D.O.T certified doctor. If any of the following apply, please contact your recruiter who will refer you to the Lakeside Medical Clinic for information about D.O.T. medical requirements:

Diabetes/High Glucose
Psychotropic Medications
Unresolved Injuries
Prescription Narcotic Medications

DON’T FORGET TO BRING

Money for personal expenses until your first paycheck
Contacts or glasses, if applicable
CPAP Machine for sleep apnea, if applicable
Medications or prescriptions, if applicable

HYGEINE AND CLOTHING ITEMS

Duffel bag
Sleeping bag and bedding, pillow, blanket if travelling to the facilities
7-10 days of clothing
Small laundry bag and laundry supplies
Closed toe shoes, work gloves, sunglasses
Towel, shampoo, soap, and deodorant
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Small notebook and pens
Flashlight
Coat and warm clothes, if applicable
Sunscreen and a hat, if applicable

Once you have been scheduled into the Valparaiso Facility, please confirm your travel arrangements with your recruiter.

Please arrange your personal transportation via Uber, Lyft, etc.
On your first day, check in with the school administrator for further instructions.
Typically, your first day will consists of several activities including some classroom time, completing paperwork, drug test, road evaluation and backing.

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