Freshforce Student, Truck Driving Program

Description

The Feeding Tampa Bay Freshforce Training Program provides industry-recognized certifications and hands-on job training to individuals with barriers to employment. The Truck Driving program offers technical and professional skills to prepare students for employment in truck-driving and related fields requiring a Class B Commercial Driver License.

Program Objective

• Skills Over 10 weeks, the FreshForce Driving program aims to provide students with the skills and training needed to obtain a job in transportation.
• Opportunities to: Learn about occupational hazards and practice safety while working in a warehouse or distribution facility;
• Safely and confidently operate forklifts and other powered industrial trucks;
• Prepare and certify for their CDL B license;
• Gain foundational knowledge of supply-chain logistics, material handling, quality control, and inventory;
• Learn and practice employability skills including effective workplace communication, professionalism, resume-writing, and interviewing;
• Learn and apply methods of task-management and time-management in the workplace;
• Understand and apply basic principles relating to customer service.

Requirements

• To be eligible for this program an applicant must meet the following criteria:
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Program Eligibility: 18 years of age or older.
• Authorization to work in the US.
• Willingness to complete a drug screening and background check.
• Background check that does not possess a criminal history involving sexual assault or sexual battery.
• Must have a valid Florida driver's license with clean driving record to clear an MVR check.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods of time.
• Access to reliable transportation for the duration of the 10-week program.
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to commit to the program and obtain employment in a related field.
• Priority will be given to applicants experiencing barriers to employment and financial stability.
• A High School Diploma or G.E.D. is preferred, but not required.
• Applicants must submit or complete the following to be considered for admission:
• A completed and signed application.
• A completed FreshForce Screener and Intake Form.
• A completed in-person interview.
• Attendance during orientation.
• Possession of valid driver’s license, or a state/government-issued photo ID.

Cohort Dates

September 13, 2026 - November 23, 2026

Admission Decisions

• Accepted Applicants in this category have been admitted into the FreshForce Training Program. If accepted, you will be notified by phone and/or email and provided information on next steps.
• Wait-listed Your application will be placed on a waitlist if you met admission criteria, but enrollment is at capacity. If wait-listed, you will be notified if an opportunity arises to enroll during the current or next enrollment period.
• Declined An application may be declined for not meeting admission criteria. Declined applicants will be notified via email and/or phone and may contact the Director of Workforce Development Programs for additional information. If appropriate, students will be encouraged to reapply during a future enrollment period.