State 44 transportation
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Reviews indicate that Swift is a good place to start a career, with flexible home time and helpful dispatchers. The training is considered top-notch by some, and the company is good at communication and maintenance. However, some reviews mention low pay and the potential for better opportunities after gaining experience.
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About State 44 transportation
Swift Transportation Academy offers low-cost CDL training with tuition assistance programs, making it easier to enter the trucking industry. The academy provides hands-on training with experienced instructors, preparing students for real-world driving scenarios. Swift has multiple locations across the US and provides training for Class A CDL licenses in as little as four weeks. They are a member of the Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA) and have select institutions approved for VA benefits. Swift focuses on providing students with the skills needed to start their professional truck driving careers. They offer a tuition-assistance program that allows students to earn their Class A CDL with little to no upfront cost, aside from permit, license, and incidental fees. In exchange, students commit to driving for Swift for a period after receiving their license. The academy also provides grants and scholarships for veterans to kickstart their truck driving careers. Swift Academy instructors provide personalized support from day one, with the mission to help students earn their CDL license and launch a career they can be proud of. The academy equips students with the professional skills and real-world driving experience needed for a career in commercial trucking. They also include a basic English assessment, as well as reading and comprehension evaluations to ensure students can safely understand traffic signs, regulations, and communication with dispatch. Swift Transportation Academy also emphasizes safety and offers various routes, including OTR, regional, and local. The Phoenix Terminal, for example, functions as both a terminal and an academy, offering amenities such as a truck shop, lounge, truck wash, and gym. New classes begin every Monday, with both full-time day and evening classes available.