United States Truck Driving School
#77 in USA
#4 in Colorado Springs
Training Institutes
- 19825 Wigwam Rd, Fountain, CO 80817 USA
Company Description
United States Truck Driving School, Inc. (USTDS) was founded in 1958 by John Mauro, a former Indy 500 racecar driver. Mauro started the truck driving school in response to the rising demand for professional truck drivers.
Review & Rating
I just finished my classroom portion of truck driving school at this location. My teacher in was Roger H, and I have to say he was fantastic! He made it easy to learn, interesting enough to stay engaged. Thank you Roger, you have had a big impact on my future sucess, im sure of it. ill never forget you!
Took night classes. Had JJ as my instructor. I liked it. I passed first try. We even got an extra day of backing due to weather and rally racers. Trucks are old and crap but you're students so it makes sense not to use nice new trucks. Did those of you who rated this school so low fail? I enjoyed my time there and felt like I learned a lot. Yes it was fast paced but it's not medical school.
It was overall a great school, really enjoyed my time there. The instructors were very experienced drivers who knew not only how to drive but also how to teach. It was a positive, encouraging environment and a small school which helped students and faculty all get to each other better. The size also meant we got more personal instruction. Unfortunately, while I was at school, due to weather we weren't able to get much time backing and the backing time we missed wasn't made up to us. If we had missed school, it would have been made up; but we were there and simply couldn't use the backing pad for some maneuvers, so it wasn't made up to us since we technically were getting our required hours. This issue never even came up for some people but for others it was a major issue. Besides that, my only other complaint was that one of the instructors, Hank, was really cranky and rude. But he wasn't even there most days, and he was still very knowledgeable. For the most part, great school, I'd recommend it. And yes, I did pass :)
Like all learning experiences, you get out what you put in. In my own case I did not attend this school but rather a similar school in another State. If you go to a Tech School or a Private School, they will all be very similar in many ways. Track or course trucks that do not go in the roadway are going to be older and not as nice. That's because it would be cost prohibitive to the student just learning. All on road trucks and,equipment are going to be within current industry standards and DOT legal. But again brand new equipment for beginners would be cost prohibitive to the student. My advice is to absorb and retain as much information and,training in class and behind the wheel as it will be necessary for you as you advance your careers. Especially when you start for a company and go through a week of orientation and 4-24 weeks of driver training with a seasoned driver. Be safe and stay alert.
Had a very short window to get a driving test done Leonard, and Shelly were great getting it scheduled. Victor was an awesome instructor, very knowledgeable, courteous, and professional. I highly recommend using them for your CDL needs.
Very tough training, but it was all worth it. This school thought me how to parallel park, alley dock and numerous other things. Mark was my instructor and JJ did my test. Their school bus is pretty old. It's as old as I am. 23 but it's surprisingly in good shape. I got a job with a school district a few months after taking my driving test.
I'm sitting here laughing at the negative comments that a few people have posted on here. I scratch my head...my first thought is, how do they know that it's the worst school in the country? How many schools have those losers been to? Secondly, not a question but observation, the fact that the equipment is old or out dared as they say, well is really an advantage to you learning how to drive extractor trailer! That goes for the lot and the deplorable conditions that one person was whining about! I just chuckle at that, just wait to you get out in the real world driver! I attended this school 18 years ago. I understand that's a long time. But I must say it was very good and the instructors where very knowledgeable. I remember that they made you "double clutch". I never knew of such a thing and actually never did it again. But I'm glad they taught us that way. Thank you
My Grandfather graduated USTDS back in the mid 80's. He was an instructor here for a little while after retiring. I graduated back in 2006. Great group of instructors. I had the honor of learning so much from CARSON (RIP Sir, the things I learned from you I still put to use today). These days I haul Super Loads grossing over 200,000lbs. The best part is I work for myself. My equipment, my company. This school is a great place. I had a lot of fun and learned many things. It's all what you make of it. Just my two cents... But what do I know? LOL
My class started on 3-12-2018. As the 3 weeks went on I met several people and felt that I grew as a person not just a professional driver. The instructors that made the greatest impact are Reid, Johnny, James and mark. From double clutching to roadways they always had great advice. I would highly recommend this school to anyone and everyone looking to become a truck driver.
Amazingly awesome people! Taught me well. Taught me safe. Taught me quick. Recommend highly.
Wonderful experience got me confident and ready for my new exciting career! So many great instructors. There is not enough room for me to write all the good this school has and does for their students. If you want to drive this school will get you there!
This was the only school locally that offered a night class. I was able to work my normal job and go to class after. It was a long 6 weeks but worth it. Brian was amazing and really cared. All of the instructors were approachable and willing to help. This school will definitely open several doors and has a good reputation outside of the state. When you graduate, don’t think your training is complete. There is still a lot to learn with the company you go to. But it will definitely give you a step ahead not to mention confidence that you can do the job.
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