A new partnership between FleetForce Truck Driver Training and San Jacinto College aims to make commercial driver training more accessible for residents across southeast Texas, particularly in the greater Houston area.
The collaboration brings FleetForce’s CDL training programs directly onto San Jacinto College campuses, allowing students to complete instruction and testing in one location while preparing for in-demand trucking careers.
Expanding on-campus CDL training
Under the partnership, San Jacinto College will host CDL training programs that include classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel training, and on-site testing. The goal is to lower barriers for individuals interested in entering the trucking workforce by reducing travel, cost, and logistical challenges often associated with CDL training.
College officials said partnerships like this help ensure workforce programs remain sustainable and aligned with regional employment needs.
“Agreements like this ensure San Jacinto College can keep workforce education affordable, relevant, and sustainable for the communities we serve,” said Dr. Sallie Kay Janes, associate vice chancellor of continuing and professional development, San Jacinto College. “By partnering with a provider like FleetForce, we can offer high-quality CDL training while reducing costs for the college and reinvesting those savings into student success and regional workforce development.”
Meeting driver demand in a major logistics region
The partnership comes as trucking continues to face persistent driver shortages nationwide. According to industry reports cited in a joint press release, nearly 80,000 truck driving positions remained unfilled last summer.
FleetForce leaders said southeast Texas is a critical market for addressing that demand.
“The greater Houston region is one of the most important logistics hubs in the country, and the demand for skilled truck drivers continues to grow,” said Tra Williams, founder and CEO of FleetForce Truck Driver Training. “This partnership with San Jacinto College makes CDL training more accessible by providing on-campus instruction and testing, helping residents enter high-demand careers while supporting the businesses and industries that keep our economy moving.”
Training pathways and career outcomes
FleetForce’s programs are designed to prepare students for multiple CDL license types, including Class A, Class B, and Class C. According to the company, training focuses on teaching the mandatory skills required to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License and begin work as a professional driver.
“FleetForce’s training programs are designed to teach all the mandatory skills aspiring drivers need to obtain their Commercial Driver’s License, offering training opportunities for Class A, B, and C licenses,” the release said. “In addition to competitive salaries, professional drivers typically receive healthcare and retirement benefits, paid vacation, and additional perks. Former FleetForce students have advanced their careers within the trucking industry, with many becoming owner-operators earning six-figure salaries.”
Part of a broader expansion strategy
FleetForce currently partners with twelve other colleges and municipalities across the country. The company said it plans to continue expanding its training footprint throughout Texas and into additional states.
San Jacinto College officials said the partnership reflects a shared focus on workforce development and regional economic growth.
Prospective students interested in enrolling in CDL training can enroll today by clicking here.
Source: The Trucker
