CDL Training in San Antonio, TX
Federal law requires ELDT before your first CDL. Get your FMCSA-registered certificate online - then bring it to any San Antonio-area DPS office to apply for your Commercial Learner's Permit.
Local Market
Trucking in San Antonio
San Antonio's CDL market is anchored by two massive institutions: Toyota's Tundra and Tacoma plant, which feeds one of the busiest automotive supply chains in the South, and H-E-B, the privately held Texas grocery giant that outperformed every national chain competitor during COVID-19 supply disruptions — because they run their own trucks. Between Toyota's JIT parts logistics, H-E-B's fleet operations, Joint Base San Antonio's defense contractor needs, and Port San Antonio's aerospace cargo movement, San Antonio offers a rare diversity of CDL opportunities across multiple industries.
- 1Toyota TMMTX — just-in-time parts inbound, finished Tundra/Tacoma outbound
- 2H-E-B fleet — thousands of store deliveries weekly, famously loyal to SA-area drivers
- 3JBSA defense contracts — military equipment and supply chain
- 4Medical Center logistics — largest medical complex in South Texas
- 5Tourism/convention center supply chain — 30M+ annual visitors create distribution demand
San Antonio CDL Salary Range (BLS + industry data)
Who's Hiring in San Antonio
Major CDL Employers
These are the companies actively hiring CDL Class A and B drivers in the San Antonio–New Braunfels MSA area. An ELDT certificate from an FMCSA-registered provider is required before any of them can put you behind the wheel.
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Texas (TMMTX)
ManufacturingToyota's Tundra and Tacoma plant on the south side produces 200,000+ trucks annually — inbound parts logistics and finished vehicle transport require significant CDL capacity.
H-E-B (HQ + Distribution Centers)
DistributionH-E-B's headquarters and primary distribution operations are in San Antonio — they are consistently one of the top 5 CDL employers in South Texas and known for strong benefits.
Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA)
Defense / MilitaryThree combined military installations make JBSA the largest concentration of military training in the world — defense logistics contractors provide steady CDL employment.
Port San Antonio (former Kelly AFB)
3PL / LogisticsA 1,900-acre aerospace and logistics campus — Boeing, StandardAero, and others operate here, creating specialized freight and equipment transport demand.
Amazon (SAT Fulfillment Network)
3PL / LogisticsAmazon operates two major fulfillment centers in San Antonio — CDL Class A and B drivers recruited throughout the year.
Ryder System / Penske Logistics (regional)
3PL / LogisticsThird-party logistics operators serve Toyota and H-E-B supply chains — both hire Class A drivers with new CDLs.
Local Industry Organizations
- - Texas Trucking Association — San Antonio chapter
- - San Antonio Hispanic Chamber — Logistics division
- - Teamsters Local 657 (SA freight)
- - Toyota Preferred Carrier Program (for experienced OTR carriers)
Honest Comparison
San Antonio CDL Schools vs. Online ELDT
We researched the in-person CDL schools in the San Antonio–New Braunfels MSAarea. Here's what they charge - and what you're actually paying for. Then we'll show you ours.
| School | Tuition | Duration | Schedule Flexibility |
|---|---|---|---|
Alamo Colleges – San Antonio CDL Program St. Philip's College, San Antonio | $4,100 | 8 weeks | Fixed cohort, 7am–3pm Mon–Fri — no flexibility |
San Antonio Truck Driving School South San Antonio | $5,500 | 4 weeks intensive | Full-time only — quit your current job first |
Alamo Truck Driving (private) Leon Valley, San Antonio | $4,800 | 6 weeks | Morning cohort only |
Where to Go After Your ELDT
Texas DPS Offices Near San Antonio
Once you complete your ELDT and get your DOT Medical Card, you'll visit one of these Texas DPS offices to apply for your Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP). Bring your ELDT certificate, medical examiner's certificate, and your Texas ID.
San Antonio — East Commerce
San Antonio — Culebra (Northwest)
San Antonio — San Pedro (North)
CDL Skills Testing
CDL skills testing in San Antonio is available through multiple DPS-approved testers on the south, north, and west sides of the city. After completing your ELDT certificate and CLP, testing turnaround is typically 1–2 weeks in the SA metro.
Your path after ELDT
San Antonio, TX · FMCSA-Registered
Start Your CDL Journey
in San Antonio Today.
Complete your ELDT online, then walk into any San Antonio-area DPS office with your certificate in hand. Our course is accepted statewide.
San Antonio Industry Insights
H-E-B Expands Distribution Footprint, Hiring 500+ Drivers
Why H-E-B is one of the best CDL employers in Texas — and how to get your ELDT completed before the hiring window closes.
Toyota San Antonio Begins Next-Gen Tundra Production Ramp
New model production means more logistics volume — what Toyota's San Antonio hiring cycle means for local CDL holders.