Diesel Driving Academy’s employer partnerships create an employment pipeline between CDL school graduates and the companies that hire them. Our relationship with Werner Enterprises has stretched years and countless new hires, starting truck driving careers that can last for decades.
Creating the path from truck driver training into professional truck driving roles provides students with built-in employment resources even while they’re training, giving them the chance to catch the attention of local and national companies that hire entry-level truck drivers.
In addition to hiring graduates, Werner builds relationships with them from the start of their CDL training. Werner recruiters regularly attend career fairs, industry days, and other campus events.
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Werner Enterprises: Company Overview
Specializing in freight shipping and logistics management dating back to 1956, Werner Enterprises is a respected name in the transportation industry. Their decades of experience in the industry, state-of-the-art technology to track and manage shipments, and long track record of success places them among the more respected shipping companies.
With a focus on hiring safe drivers and maintaining consistent standards, Werner appeals to both new and veteran truckers. By choosing Werner, you’re joining a respected trucking company that allows drivers to succeed in their personal goals while upholding a performance-driven work culture.
Why Does Werner Partner with DDA?
DDA’s hands-on training programs and history of successful hires make it a strong training partner for a company like Werner. Our approach emphasizes extended training time and a focus on safety, knowledge, and real-world driving skills.
Werner Enterprises has hired from the program for many years. Werner Enterprises Recruiters have been familiar faces on DDA campuses for years and frequently interact with students, providing them with information, advice, and guidance on getting jobs at Werner.
What Happens after I Graduate from DDA?
As your graduation date approaches, you will meet with job placement representatives and learn about current job openings, get help updating your resume, and get interview tips to help you build skills to get you a job.
The trucking industry is continually looking for qualified new drivers. We maintain relationships with several respected trucking carriers seeking to hire entry-level drivers for local, regional, and over-the-road truck driving positions.
Partnerships with companies like Werner Enterprises give truck driving students in Louisiana an advantage when it comes time to job search. These relationships make the connections between employers and job candidates easier to manage.
Benefits of Choosing Werner
Werner offers several benefits for DDA students, including up to $15,000 in reimbursement for CDL training costs to help reduce the upfront cost of truck driving school. Many Werner driving positions are also on dedicated accounts, which can offer home weekly opportunities.
FAQs
How does DDA’s CDL training prepare students to get a job with Werner?
Our relationship with Werner gives us insights into the requirements and expectations for Werner’s truck drivers, and Werner representatives often participate in campus events involving students. This relationship helps students learn what jobs at Werner will be like.
What types of jobs can DDA graduates get at Werner?
Graduates can apply for a variety of entry-level positions with Werner.
How do I apply for a truck driving job with Werner?
Graduates are welcome to apply to Werner jobs independently. If you contact our team, you will have access to job listings and can work with Werner recruiters about open positions.