Welcome to the James Rumsey truck driver training web page. Our 12 week program offers one of the most comprehensive training curriculums in  the transportation industry. Students will receive several weeks training on our unique mile long driving range developing their shifting, turning and backing skills before going out onto the roads and highways. Students will then spend 2-3 weeks preparing for the CDL exam  to acquire their class-A license, West Virginia students have the advantage of testing right here on our facility, where panhandle cdl tests are given.    The last few weeks are spent in full size tractor-trailers driving in various situations that drivers will encounter such as driving in city traffic, mountain driving with loaded trailers and night driving.

During the 12-week program, students will also receive up to 75 hours of classroom instruction to aquire the information drivers need to perform their jobs legally and efficiently. This includes size and weight limitations, trip planning, hours of service requirements, load securement, trucking company policies and relations.

We put a strong emphasis towards safety. Threaded throughout the 12 week program, we will focus on defensive driving skills and hazard recognition techniques. The most important tool a student needs to take with them after completing our program is a strong attitude towards safe and effective driving  which will afford them  a long and rewarding career as a professional driver.

Interviews are necessary prior to enrollment. We need to insure you meet the Dept. of Transportations CDL qualification requirements. You must be able to pass a basic physical, and certain medications are not permitted. You must also have a good driving record. You must be aware that even if your record is clean enough to get a CDL, most trucking company requirements are more stringent. If you have any specific questions on qualifying, we may be able to answer them, but encourage you to contact your State MVA directly. During the interview we also detail our program, costs, and industry hardships to make certain you are fully aware of what a trucking "way of life" is all about. The interview lasts about 30 minutes.

First, you need to attend an interview at the range office, any Wednesday at 2:00 pm(SEE INFO ABOVE FOR DETAILS). This will determine if you meet DOT eligability for CDL licensing. Directions to our facility are on the following page.

Next you can go to the main office to apply. A $235 application fee will hold your spot for the next available class and it also pays for your drug screen and physical. 

Then proceed to Business Health at City Hospital to perform the drug screen and make an appointment for a DOT physical. 

If you pass your drug screen and physical you will then be notified by letter 1-2 weeks prior to the start of class on when to meet, etc... NOTE:If you don't have a High School diploma, or GED, you will also need to take a TABE test. You will also need to provide a copy of your driving record.

James Rumsey Truck Driver training costs  2010-2011

                                                                   Maximum total    $3,222.25   varies

• *Must be paid PRIOR to enrollment, it is NOT refundable
• ** These fees are OPTIONAL, depending on which if any endorsements are choosen.

Prices in effect April 2009