Now Enrolling — Lubbock, TX

Your CDL Could Be the Start of a Six-Figure Career — Let's Get You Road-Ready

ATDS Truck Driving School gives you the hands-on training, expert instruction, and real-world confidence you need to pass your CDL test and hit the road — fast.

Start Your Training (806) 716-4686

Hundreds of graduates already on the road

Student practicing CDL maneuvers in a modern truck at ATDS Truck Driving School

CDL Certified

Training Program

Industry-recognized curriculum designed for real jobs.

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Our Programs

Training Built for Your Goals

Whether you're starting fresh or upgrading your license, we have a path that fits your timeline and career ambitions.

Class A CDL Training

Master the skills to operate combination vehicles. Our program covers everything from pre-trip inspections to complex backing maneuvers.

Hands-on range & road training
CDL permit preparation
Flexible scheduling options

Fast-Track CDL

Need to get licensed quickly? Our intensive program is designed for students who want to go from zero to CDL-holder in the shortest time possible.

Accelerated training schedule
One-on-one instruction
Test-day readiness guarantee

CDL Endorsements

Add HazMat, Tanker, or doubles/triples endorsements to your license and unlock higher-paying opportunities with major carriers.

HazMat background check prep
Specialized vehicle training
Career guidance included

Instructor guiding a student through truck driving exercises at ATDS Truck Driving School

Why Choose ATDS

Real Training from People Who've Been on the Road

We're not a franchise. ATDS is a local Lubbock school built by drivers who know what carriers are looking for — and what it takes to pass the test on the first try.

Experienced Instructors

Our instructors have decades of combined commercial driving experience and a genuine passion for teaching.

Modern Training Fleet

Practice in well-maintained, up-to-date trucks so you're prepared for whatever you'll drive on the job.

Flexible Schedules

Morning, afternoon, or weekend sessions — we work around your life so you can train at your own pace.

Job Placement Support

We help connect graduates with regional and national carriers looking for skilled, confident new drivers.

How It Works

From Sign-Up to CDL in Four Steps

We've streamlined the process so you can focus on learning — not paperwork.

Call or Contact Us

Reach out by phone or through our contact form. We'll walk you through what to expect and help you pick the right program.

Get Your Permit

We prepare you for the written knowledge test and guide you through the permit process at the Texas DPS.

Train Behind the Wheel

Hands-on classroom and range time, followed by real-road driving with an instructor right beside you.

Pass Your CDL Test

Walk into your skills test with confidence. We'll help you prep for test day and support you through job placement.

Student Stories

Hear from Drivers Who Made the Switch

Our graduates are now behind the wheel — and many are already earning what they came for.

"I was nervous about getting behind a big truck, but the instructors at ATDS made me feel comfortable from day one. I passed my CDL on the first try and landed a job within two weeks."

James R.

Class A CDL Graduate

"The fast-track program was exactly what I needed. I went from having no CDL experience to holding my license in just a few weeks. The scheduling was flexible enough for me to keep my day job while training."

Marcus K.

Fast-Track CDL Graduate

"As a woman entering a male-dominated field, I was intimidated — but the ATDS team treated me with respect and patience. I earned my HazMat endorsement and now I'm making more than I ever thought possible."

Diana L.

HazMat Endorsement Graduate

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Common Questions

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Get in Touch

Ready to Start Your CDL Journey?

Take the first step toward a new career. Call us today or fill out the form and we'll get back to you within one business day.

Call Us

(806) 716-4686

Visit Us

819 Gilbert Dr, Lubbock, TX 79416

Hours

Mon–Fri: 8AM–6PM · Sat: 9AM–2PM

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