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3605 Stearman Ave.

Pasco, WA 99301

509-412-2755

SAFE + EMPLOYABLE

COLUMBIA BASIN TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL is committed to providing an EXCEPTIONAL commercial driving education in a vocational setting. Obtaining a CDL is an EXCELLENT opportunity to change and improve your life! We provide the instruction to help students perform to the BEST of their abilities. To not only pass their state exams, but to become SAFE and EMPLOYABLE drivers.

CLASSROOM

Our classroom instruction is set up to ensure that you pass your written exams to get you into a truck as quickly as possible. It includes oral reading and explanation of the Washington State CDL manual, as well as State and Federal guidelines for commercial drivers. It will cover all information and pre-testing needed to pass state exams. A portion of the instruction will include videos that are up-to-date with FMCSA regulations and requirements.

PROFICIENCY

Our instructors are constantly evaluating you to see the best way to help you learn, and help you improve. We are committed to going above and beyond state requirements to meet your individual needs. By week two, you will be ready to hop in a truck to practice shifting, backing and driving. You will also begin familiarizing yourself with the pre-trip inspection, and final exam requirements.

DRIVING

Further instruction consists of perfecting the pre-trip inspection, practicing backing maneuvers, and in town and highway driving. PRACTICE! PRACTICE! PRACTICE! By this time, your instructor will have a good assessment of your skills and your remaining hours will be adjusted to meet your individual needs. You will become the best driver you can possibly be!

CHANGE YOUR LIFE WITH CDL TRAINING!

CHANGE YOUR LIFE WITH CDL TRAINING!

ASK US ABOUT FUNDING!

  • Ask us about funding! We we work with local funding entities who can help you pay for your tuition! Ask us how you can qualify!

NEED A JOB?

  • We are committed to making sure you not only pass your exams; but that you are comfortable behind the wheel, you graduate knowing how to drive, and that you are employable when you leave. Ask us about employment assistance!

WE ARE HERE TO HELP!

  • Our sole purpose is to help you succeed! Call or stop by anytime to see how we can get you started on your new commercial driving career! Ask us how we can meet your specific needs.

FEE SCHEDULE

  • TUITION: $4200

    DOT PHYSICAL: $135

    DOT DRUG TEST: $60

    DOL FEES: $350.25

    TOTAL: $4745.25+

    *CLASS A tuition includes both tankers and doubles instruction

  • 16 HOUR HAZMAT COURSE: $300

    DOUBLES/TANKERS: $100/hr

  • 4 HOUR COURSE (prior students only): $310

    8 HOUR COURSE: $620

  • RESERVATION FEE: $350

Director/Instructor: Joe Rios

Joe has been in the trucking industry since 1993. He has had the opportunity to drive in several different industries, including owner/operator, hazardous materials, farm commodities and local refuse. Joe was a CDL school instructor for 8 years, and worked as a CDL program director before deciding to follow his dream of opening his own school. Joe is bilingual in English/Spanish and is excited to work with those of all backgrounds to help them realize their career goals. Joe is licensed with the WA STATE DOL as a qualified CDL instructor.

WE APPRECIATE YOU!

WE APPRECIATE YOU!

Local to the Tri-Cities, we are a family owned business, where we treat you like family! We appreciate your business and we want you to know it!

CHECKLIST FOR ENROLLMENT

  • DOT PHYSICAL

  • NEGATIVE DOT DRUG SCREEN

  • VALID WA STATE LICENSE

  • SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER

  • PROOF OF PERMANENT RESIDENCY

  • CLASS RESERVATION FEE

Columbia Basin Truck Driving School is licensed under Chapter 28C.10 RCW. Inquiries or complaints regarding this private vocational school may be made to the:

Workforce Board

128-10th Ave. SW Box 43105

Olympia, Washington 98504-3105

Web: wtb.wa.gov

Ph: 360-709-4600

Email: pvsa@wtb.wa.gov

Tri cities, Washington CDL School

Visit Us

3605 Stearman Ave.
Pasco, WA 99301

Hours
Monday–Thursday
7am–6pm

Friday
8am–5pm

Phone
509-412-2755

Email
katie@columbiabasintruckdrivingschool.com