Commercial Driving

Northern Maine Community College’s Commercial Driving Academy is a State of Maine licensed tractor-trailer driving school.  This course is designed to train you to become a professional truck driver.  You will learn exactly what it takes to be a responsible driver and how to handle a tractor and trailer safely and efficiently.

Upcoming Courses

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August 13 – October 5, 2018   M-F  8 – 4:30 p.m.

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October 22 – December 15   M-F  8 – 4:30 p.m.

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Evening & Saturday Course  T/TH 6-10 & Selected Saturdays 8 – 4:30

October 23, 2018 – April 13, 2019

 

Call Today to Schedule an Interview!
Dennis Dyer, Commercial Driving Coordinator, 207-768-2769  or
Leah Buck, Assistant Dean of Continuing Education, at 207-768-2768

Endorsements

Classroom instruction will include log books, trip planning, hazmat, and other endorsements for your commercial driving license (CDL).  You will gain hands-on experience both on the driving range and on the road.  NMCC’s Commercial Driving Academy provides a prospective commercial driver with the training necessary to operate a tractor-trailer rig in a safe, skilled manner.

• Hazardous Materials
• Tank Vehicle
• Double/Triple Trailer

Admission Requirements

• Personal interview
• Valid Maine Driver’s License and a copy of your driving record*
• Pre-entrance alcohol and controlled substance screen (test must be negative)
• DOT physical in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier safety regulations, found to be qualified
• High school diploma or GED
• Immunization record **