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Johnny Meads, the TDI recruiter at the Milton FL campus, is well known for his NFL career as a linebacker for the Houston Oilers from 1984 – 1992 and the Washington Redskins in 1993.  After his football career he became a traveling scout for the Green Bay Packers and later for the Tennessee Titans.  What […]

Can I Get My CDL Without Going to School? If you’re thinking about getting a commercial driver’s license, you’ve probably wondered how to get a CDL without going to driving school. The answer is it’s possible to get your CDL, but it will be extremely difficult to get a job without a certificate of completion [...]

CDL Training and Jobs for U.S. Veterans Our roots run deep when it comes to supporting US veterans here at TDI. Truck Driver Institute, (TDI), was founded in 1973 by U.S. Army veteran, Thomas Gast. TDI now has multiple campuses in 7 States, and for morethan 50 years, the school has partnered with 20+ trucking [...]

Do you need a CDL to drive a school bus? The answer is yes, a Class B CDL is required before you can drive a school bus. It is one of the few, but essential requirements when applying for jobs as a school bus driver. Not all commercial driving jobs are the same, and there [...]

Once you’ve made the decision to test for your CDL and begin a new career path, there are many things to consider. First, you’ll want to carefully select a truck driving school to attend to ensure you pass your CDL. Ultimately, finding a quality school is important if you are looking to become a truck driver.   So, where should […]

How long is truck driving school? At Truck Driver Institute, you can get your commercial driver's license in just 3 weeks. Learn more about everything you learn at our comprehensive CDL training program.  How Long Is Truck Driving School? If  you’re interested in a new career path or you’re looking for your first real job, [...]