Empowering Students for a Lifetime of Success
Meet Great Lakes Truck Driving School
Great Lakes Truck Driving School is a leading institution offering comprehensive training programs in CDL, Heavy Equipment, and Crane Operations. With a mission to empower students with the foundation for a lifetime of success, the school has been providing quality instructional programs in a student-centered culture since its inception.
The instructional staff at Great Lakes Truck Driving School is a team of highly qualified professional drivers, heavy equipment, and mobile crane operators with years of experience in their respective industries. They are committed to providing quality training programs that instill a positive attitude and produce safe, well-qualified drivers and operators who will be an asset to their company and their community.
State-of-the-Art Training Facility
Situated on approximately 28 acres, the school's state-of-the-art training facility is centrally located and is within 30 minutes of downtown Cleveland, Elyria, Lorain, and Medina. The expansive facility houses spacious classrooms, offices, and student break/activity areas, providing a conducive learning environment for the students. With ample acreage and a designated shifting track, students are able to practice backing maneuvers and perfect their skills.
The Heavy Equipment and Crane Operations Training Area resembles a construction site where students learn safety, jobsite set-up, topography readings, grading techniques, trenching, laying pipe, loading dump trucks, footer set-up, picking and more! The school's heavy equipment training program includes training on bulldozers, backhoes, loaders, graders, and excavators, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of heavy equipment operations.
Comprehensive Training Programs
Great Lakes Truck Driving School offers a range of training programs to suit the needs of individual students. The programs include:
- Straight Truck/Bus Training Program (100 Hrs)
- Crane Operations Training Program (160 Hrs)
- Tractor-Trailer Upgrade Course (160 Hrs)
- Heavy Equipment & Construction Safety Course (200 Hrs)
- CDL Skills Training Program (300 Hrs)
- CDL Skills/Crane Operations Training Program (360 Hrs)
- CDL Class A/Heavy Equipment Training Program (400 Hrs)
- CDL Skills/Heavy Equipment for the Drilling Industry (500 Hrs)
The school also offers a Premier Training Program, which includes training in CDL, Heavy Equipment, and Crane Operations.
Funding Options and Placement Assistance
Great Lakes Truck Driving School offers funding options to make the training programs accessible to all students. The school is approved by the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools and licensed by the Ohio Department of Public Safety, ensuring that the students receive quality education and training.
The school also provides placement assistance, helping students find job opportunities in their chosen field. With a strong network of clients, including NASA Glenn Research Center, Chesapeake Energy/Performance Technologies, Norfolk Southern, First Energy, Lincoln Electric Company, American Electric Power, Cleveland Dept. of Public Utilities, Ford Motor Company, and more, the school provides its students with ample opportunities for career growth and success.
Join the Great Lakes Truck Driving School Family
Great Lakes Truck Driving School is committed to providing quality instructional programs in a student-centered culture built on respect, encouragement, and continuous support. With a state-of-the-art training facility, comprehensive training programs, and a dedicated team of instructors, the school provides students with the foundation for a lifetime of success. Join the Great Lakes Truck Driving School family today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in CDL, Heavy Equipment, or Crane Operations.

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