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CDL Training Near Portland

As a diesel mechanic or truck driver, you may spend lots of time on Portland’s main roads, including I-5 and Highway 6. The cost of living here is 7% higher than the national average, so salaries are often higher than average. Major employers include Imperial Trucking and Nichols Trucking Company.Are you ready to start an exciting new career as a truck driver or diesel mechanic? In Portland, there are three diesel mechanic and trucking schools. The average cost of tuition is $3,232. Many trucking schools help you find a job before you graduate, so you may be able to get reimbursed for your out-of-pocket education expenses.

There are many different programs within these two fields of study, so you can choose one that builds on your current knowledge and gives you the training you need. At Portland Community College, you can earn a two-year certificate, one-year certificate, or two-year Associate’s degree in diesel technology.According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Portland tractor-trailer drivers receive a median salary of $40,590 each year. Light truck drivers may earn slightly less, as their median salary is $35,510 (BLS, 2013).

CDL Training Near Portland

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