CDL Training for Glendale Residents
Living in Glendale? Get your Class A CDL with maximum flexibility:
- Optionally complete theory training online from home - no commute required for classroom portion
- Behind-the-wheel training at our Phoenix range (325 S 31st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009) - might be closer than you think!
- Office/classroom available in Avondale if you prefer in-person theory
Why Glendale Residents Choose TDSA
Train From Home
Optionally complete your 40-hour theory training online from the comfort of your Glendale home. Only commute for behind-the-wheel training at our Phoenix range.
Convenient Phoenix Range
Behind-the-wheel training at our Phoenix range (325 S 31st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009). Many Glendale residents find it closer than expected!
Flexible Schedule
Morning (5:00am-1:30pm), evening (3:30pm-Midnight), and weekend classes work perfectly for Glendale residents with different schedules.
Our Two Locations
Phoenix Range
325 S 31st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009
All behind-the-wheel training • 15 minutes from most of Phoenix
Typical drive times:
Avondale Office
919 N Dysart Rd, Avondale, AZ 85323
Optional in-person theory • Administrative offices • 10 minutes from Glendale
Note: Most students complete theory online from home. This location is for those who prefer in-person classroom instruction.
Why CDL Training Makes Sense for Glendale Residents
Glendale's strategic location in the West Valley makes it ideal for CDL careers. As home to major employers like State Farm, the Gila River Arena, and massive distribution centers along the Loop 101 corridor, Glendale residents have access to thousands of local trucking jobs. The city's sports and entertainment venues (Cardinals, Coyotes, concerts) create constant demand for event logistics and delivery drivers. Glendale is also experiencing rapid retail and industrial growth, with new warehouses and distribution centers opening regularly. For Glendale residents, this means abundant local CDL opportunities where you're home every night—no need for long-haul routes. Starting salaries for local Glendale-area CDL drivers range from $55,000-$70,000, with experienced drivers earning significantly more.
Glendale CDL Driver Market
Average CDL Driver Salary
Distribution Centers Within 20 Miles
Sports & Entertainment Logistics
Major Glendale Area Trucking Employers & Opportunities
State Farm Regional Office
State Farm's massive Glendale campus requires logistics support for equipment, supplies, and materials. Local delivery routes with predictable schedules and excellent corporate benefits.
Arrowhead Towne Center & Westgate Distribution
Major retail hubs in Glendale need constant product deliveries. CDL drivers service these shopping centers daily with home-nightly routes and consistent schedules.
Cardinals & Coyotes Event Logistics
State Farm Stadium and Desert Diamond Arena require specialized event logistics—food service, equipment, and vendor deliveries. Great part-time and seasonal CDL opportunities.
Loop 101 Industrial Corridor
Dozens of warehouses and distribution centers line the 101 through Glendale. Companies like Amazon, FedEx, and UPS all have operations here hiring local CDL drivers.
Glendale Construction Boom
New residential and commercial construction throughout Glendale creates demand for dump truck drivers, concrete mixers, and material haulers. Monday-Friday schedules common.
Food Service Distribution
Glendale's restaurant-heavy areas (Westgate, downtown) need daily food deliveries. Early morning starts (3-4am) but home by early afternoon—great for family time.
A Day in the Life: Glendale-Based CDL Driver
Meet Maria, a Glendale-based CDL driver who lives near Arrowhead. Maria wakes up at 4:30am and drives 10 minutes to her job at a major food distributor. By 5:00am, she's performing her pre-trip inspection and loading her route—delivering to restaurants, hotels, and institutions throughout Glendale and the Northwest Valley. Her route includes stops at Westgate Entertainment District, downtown Glendale restaurants, and several hotels near the sports stadiums. By 1:30pm, Maria is back at the yard completing paperwork. She's home by 2:00pm—in time to attend her daughter's soccer practice at 3:30pm. Maria earns $66,000 annually with full benefits and weekends off. She completed her TDSA training online from home (theory) and at the Phoenix range (BTW), maintaining her restaurant job until graduation.
Glendale Success Stories
“I completed all my theory training online from my Glendale home. For BTW training, I chose the Phoenix range since it was closer to my Westgate apartment. The flexibility was amazing—I kept my full-time job while getting my CDL. Now I drive for a local distributor and I'm home every night earning $64K!”
- Carlos M., Glendale Resident
“Living in North Glendale near the 101, I loved that I could do theory online at night after work. Then for driving, the Phoenix range was actually closer than Avondale! The instructors were patient and thorough. Now I'm driving locally for a construction company—home every day by 4pm making $58K.”
- James R., Glendale Resident • Local Construction Materials
“I work part-time doing event logistics for Cardinals games and Coyotes games. TDSA's training prepared me perfectly for the specialized equipment and tight delivery windows. The flexibility to train on weekends while keeping my day job was crucial. Love what I do!”
- Nicole P., Glendale Resident • Event Logistics Services
West Valley & Phoenix Metro Trucking Jobs
Living in Glendale puts you close to major distribution centers and trucking companies throughout the West Valley and Phoenix metro area.
Local Delivery
Daily routes, home every night
Construction
Growing West Valley construction
Distribution Centers
Amazon, FedEx, UPS facilities
Food Service
Restaurant & grocery delivery
Regional Routes
Home weekly Southwest runs
Specialized
Hazmat, tanker, flatbed
Frequently Asked Questions from Glendale Residents
Do I have to commute to Avondale from Glendale for training?
Are there local Glendale trucking jobs, or will I have to drive long-haul?
How much do CDL drivers make in the Glendale area?
Can I train on weekends if I work in Glendale during the week?
Will Glendale employers hire TDSA graduates?
Glendale Residents: Your CDL Career Starts Here
The short drive to Avondale is worth it for quality CDL training that sets you up for a successful trucking career.
Questions? Call us at (623) 207-1231