FLEETEC Academy Semi-Trailer Technician Training Program

If you’re a hands-on person looking for a hands-on career, if you love semi-trailers and have always been interested in vehicle maintenance and repair, check out FleeTec Academy’s semi-trailer technician training program! Got a diploma? You’ve got options! Read on to find out about their FREE training program.

NAME: FLEETEC Academy’s Truck Maintenance Program

WHAT: Receive a paid education on fundamentals of Semi-Trailer service, and how to fix Semi-Trailers along with a set of hand tools and a toolbox to house them all.

WHERE: Students are flown to Indianapolis, IN or Phoenix, AZ for a 5 week training program. Travel expenses are paid by the academy, along with hotel accommodations and stipend for meals, plus a bi-weekly paycheck.

PROGRAM/CLASSES: Formal training program designed to teach truck maintenance and repair skills from the ground up.

TIME COMMITMENT: 5 week training program

COST: Free! Paid, on the job training.

REQUIREMENTS: Technical aptitude and a passion for fixing trailers, ages 21 & up, High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, background checks, driving records checks, pre-employment drug testing and physical.

FOR MORE INFO: Click HERE.

NOTE: Click HERE to see a video on the training program.

2nd NOTE: Receive $20,000 tool kit after completing 2 years with Cox Automotive

“There is more credit and satisfaction in being a first-rate truck driver than a tenth-rate executive.”- B. C. Forbes

Mechanic Technician Apprentice

If you’re mechanically inclined, a self-starter and motivated, an apprenticeship at Eastern Lift Truck Co. may be for you! Got a diploma? You’ve got options! Read on to find out about their formal training program.

NAME: Eastern Lift Truck Co. Mechanic Technician Apprentice

WHAT: Learn the the mechanics of material handling equipment maintenance, diagnostics and repairs.

WHERE: Opportunities available in PA, NJ, MD, DE, & NY.

PROGRAM/CLASSES: Formal training program: they will mentor and train you on everything from how to maintain all safety standards to how to interact with customers.

TIME COMMITMENT: 6 – 9 month training program Classroom modules & hands-on training.

COST: Free! Paid, on the job training.

REQUIREMENTS: Mechanically inclined with some formal training strongly desired, positive attitude, good work ethic, clean driving record, ability to lift 50 lbs, & references from previous employers.

FOR MORE INFO: Click HERE.

“If your trust is in man, your joy will soon be buried in the cemetery. If you hope is in cars, your happiness will soon be found in the mechanic shop.”

– Israelmore Ayivor.

Congreso CDL-A-Trucking Program

A high school diploma is all you need to get started for many fulfilling careers. Do you like to drive? Have dreams of traveling and seeing new parts of the country? A career in trucking may be for you!

NAME: Congreso CDL-A-Trucking Program

WHAT: Train to become a CDL truck driver.

WHERE:  216 West Somerset St., Philadelphia, PA 19133

PROGRAM/CLASSES: Train to become a professional tractor trailer truck driver. 1 week of permit classes, 5 weeks of training, & 2 weeks of job readiness training

TIME COMMITMENT: Approximately 8 weeks.

COST: Free! Paid by Congreso.

REQUIREMENTS:  For individuals ages 21 & up. Must be able to speak English & pass a medical and drug test, and complete a criminal background check. No suspension or points on your driver’s license.

NOTE:  Due to Covid restrictions, Congreso is currently holding smaller classes with only 4 – 6 clients.

FOR MORE INFO on Congreso’s CDL Trucking program click here.

“Eighty thousand pounds of muscle, blood, and steel in a pile. It’s spectacular.”

— Gary Williams.