Get trained
for a trade career
in weeks, not years.
Truck driving, heavy equipment, and line work. Hands on training from two Escanaba schools with over 25 years on the job.
GI Bill® approved · Programs from 1 to 16 weeks · Escanaba, Michigan
State of Michigan licensed · FMCSA ELDT registered · CVTA certified Class A · NCCER approved · GI Bill® approved
Pick your path
Every program ends with a license or certificate employers ask for. Tap any program to check the next class date.
Midwest Truck Driving School
CDL training · 906-789-6311
4 weeks · 160 hours
Class A CDL
Drive tractor trailers. Our most popular program, with extra time behind the wheel and manual transmission training.
2 weeks · Full time
Accelerated Class A CDL
Full time and intensive, with daily range and road practice. Built for people ready to move fast.
1 week · 40 hours
Class B CDL
Pick Straight Truck for dump, box, and delivery work. Or train on a school bus to earn Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake endorsements.
1 week · Upgrade
Class B to A Upgrade
Already hold a Class B? Upgrade to an unrestricted Class A with tractor trailer and manual transmission training.
Also at Midwest: an 8 week weekend Class A course, a Class A refresher, and restriction removal.
Want to start with theory? Take ELDT and endorsement courses online at courses.midwesttruckdrivingschool.com
North Country Heavy Equipment & Electrical Line School
Heavy equipment and line work · 906-789-3123
16 weeks · 640 hours · Seats limited
Electrical Line Technician
Climb, operate, and drive. Earn your Class A CDL plus pole climbing, heavy equipment, and OSHA certifications in one program built for utility and IBEW careers.
3 weeks · 120 hours
Heavy Equipment Level I
Backhoe, loader, compact track loader, mini excavator, and dump truck. Leave with OSHA 10 and NCCER credentials.
3 weeks · 120 hours
Heavy Equipment Level II
Full size excavator, dozer, motor grader, and knuckle boom crane. Builds on what you learned in Level I.
You don't need four years to build a career.
You need the right training and people who've done the job.
Why students pick us
What every student gets, whichever school you choose.
Hands on from day one
Most of your hours are spent on the range, in the seat, or up the pole.
Short, full time programs
Programs run from one week to sixteen, so you can get to work sooner.
Instructors who've done the job
Learn from drivers, operators, and linemen with real field experience.
Help getting hired
Job placement support and employer relationships across the Midwest.
GI Bill® approved at both schools
Veterans can put their education benefits to work at Midwest and North Country.
How it works
Step 1
Pick your program
Compare lengths and credentials above. Then tap Check class dates on the one that fits.
Step 2
Talk with admissions
Get the next start date, funding options, and lodging help if you're coming from out of town.
Step 3
Train and test
Finish with your license or certificates, plus help lining up your first job.
What students say
“The instructors are knowledgeable and eager to help you absorb the information required. I highly recommend this institution to anyone trying to get quality training from people that actually care.”
Kenneth G.
Midwest student · Google review
“Nothing but good things to say. Midwest got me sorted for my Class B with the P and S endorsement and all set for my bus route this current school year.”
Chris G.
Class B with P and S endorsements · Google review
“Highly recommend Bob, Dennis, and Don are great instructors.”
Dave Z.
North Country student · Google review
Questions, answered
How much does training cost?
Tuition depends on the program. Admissions walks you through cost, payment plans, and funding options on your first call.
Can I use my GI Bill®?
Yes. Both schools are GI Bill® approved. North Country also works with Voc Rehab and National Guard benefits.
What's the difference between a Class A and a Class B CDL?
A Class A covers tractor trailers and other combination vehicles. A Class B covers single vehicles like dump trucks, box trucks, and buses.
When does the next class start?
CDL classes start often, and Class B runs about every two weeks. Heavy equipment runs in three week sessions. Line Technician cohorts start roughly every three months, and seats are limited.
I'm not from Escanaba. Where would I stay?
Both schools help out of town students find lodging nearby. Ask admissions when you call.
Does the Line Technician program include a CDL?
Yes. Every Line Technician student earns a Class A CDL with no restrictions.
Do I need Level I before Level II?
Yes. Level II builds on Level I and moves you onto bigger machines like the dozer, motor grader, and full size excavator.
Can I do any of the training online?
Yes. Midwest offers ELDT theory and endorsement courses online, including HazMat, Tanker, Air Brakes, and School Bus and Passenger.
Where are the schools?
Midwest is at 1519 N 26th St, Escanaba, MI 49829, with a second campus in Marinette, WI. North Country is at 2929 16th Ave N, Escanaba, MI 49829.
Your next class could start in weeks.
Pick a program and check the next start date. Talking with admissions is free, and you are not committing to anything.
Midwest: 906-789-6311 · North Country: 906-789-3123
Office hours Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm Eastern