Central Workforce Development Region Celebrates First Graduate from CDL Training Program

In a significant step towards fostering career growth and opening new doors of opportunity, the Central Workforce Development Region has successfully partnered with Clement Trucking to introduce an innovative and comprehensive Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training program. The program has recently celebrated its inaugural graduate, Timothy Kleeschulte, marking a promising beginning for individuals seeking a transformative career shift.

The CDL training program, spanning four weeks and encompassing 160 hours of training, is designed to provide a holistic learning experience that combines classroom instruction with hands-on driving practice. Participants are exposed to a structured curriculum that hones their driving prowess while equipping them with essential industry-specific knowledge in Lebanon, Mo.

Meet Timothy Kleeschulte: A Journey to Success

Timothy Kleeschulte, hailing from St. James, Missouri, embarked on his path to a new career with determination and dedication. Before joining the CDL training program, he worked as a general laborer at Hartman’s for the preceding two months. However, Timothy aspired for more – a stable and promising career.

On July 24, 2023, Timothy embarked on his CDL training journey, and on August 22, 2023, Timothy stood as a testament to the program’s efficacy. With the newfound qualification, he expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “Getting my CDL will open a lot of doors for me. I now have a career, not just a paycheck-to-paycheck existence.”

Timothy’s successful completion of the CDL training program opens up many job opportunities. His journey exemplifies the program’s objective – to empower individuals with the skills and confidence needed to step into fulfilling careers within the trucking industry.

The partnership between the Central Workforce Development Region and Clement Trucking has borne its first fruit in the form of Timothy Kleeschulte, a graduate who now stands on the cusp of an exciting new chapter in his life. As more individuals like Timothy navigate this transformative training program, the region anticipates a future with enhanced career prospects and a strengthened workforce.

You can learn more about the CDL Training Partnership here.