Minnesota West/Smith Trucking Partnership
Truck driving is a challenging occupation that requires solving logistical puzzles like backing up or navigating heavy traffic in a big rig. Learning how to solve the puzzles takes time and training.

Minnesota West Community and Technical College and Smith Trucking have partnered so potential truck drivers can learn from professionals, spend training time behind the wheel and eventually, drive like pros.  In just 16 short weeks you could find yourself on the road to a new and rewarding career.
 
Why Consider a Career in Truck Driving?
    
Stability:  The United States economy would not function without truck drivers.  Currently in Minnesota there are 36,461 truck drivers.  This makes truck driving one of the largest occupations in the state.  

Outstanding Wages:  In addition to stability, the salary is good.  The median wage for truck drivers in Minnesota is $18.00 per hour for drivers based in southwest Minnesota.
 
Opportunity:  The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development reports that truck driving ranks in the list of Top 25 Occupations with the most job vacancies. 

Apply Now:  To enroll in this exciting career, please click here and select "Worthington Campus"