Our goal is to deliver high-quality, job-specific CDL training—the kind we wish we had when we started.

We don’t just prepare trainees to pass the test. We train them to succeed on the job. That means understanding how to pass a roadside inspection, what a proper following distance feels like, how the braking system actually functions, hours of service regulations, and the small but critical lessons we learned the hard way—so they don’t have to.

How it works:

We’ll travel to you, and use your equipment to do the training and testing. We’ll take them to a state testing facility immediately after training.

But first, they need to get their commercial learner’s permits. We can send them some free resources to help study for the permit test.

Once they have thier permits, we can get everything scheduled and that’s pretty much it.

Just have the trainees text us a picture of their permits, we’ll make sure everything looks good, and then we’ll send them a link to take the online “theory” training.

They’ll get the online training done in roughly 3 to 6 hours. And we’ll send them a few of our videos they can watch before the in-person training starts.

We’ll show up as scheduled to do the training, take them to pass the test, and send you an invoice. No deposit needed.

We’re fortunate to have an excellent first time pass rate, but in the event of a failed exam, we will provide free remedial training and a retest at no charge.

“They’ve made it so much easier for me. I love not having to send my guys out of town. They just show up and get it done. ”
— Melissa B. City of Festus Public Works

we’re flexible

Our group classes are usually 4 days of training and then testing on day 5. The type of equipment, prior experience of the trainees, and equipment availability are always a little bit different. So, we can work with you to find the timeline that works for your operation.

1 on 1 classes tend to run shorter, but again, the type of equipment is a huge factor in how much training is needed to really prepare them for whats to come.

Let me know what type of equipment you have, and we’ll see if what we do is right for you.

  • Emily and Seth were amazing at explaining everything and making sure we all understand. They are both great people fun to be around. Overall I would recommend them to anyone looking to advance there driving careers.

    Conner Guynes

  • Emily and Seth are by far the best trainers I’ve ever had. They have the ability to take an un knowledgeable person with no experience in the CDL aspect and turn them around to it being a no brainer! From start to finish to meeting 1st day and possibly never meeting again they were there to help in every way possible. Super great people to be around and proud to be able to train with Empirical Training Solutions! Emily & Seth, Thank you!

    Brandon Ridenour

  • Three days of training and I passed the driving portion on my CDL test with ease thanks to the duo couple. Seth & Emily made a video and booklet that really made it easy to earn the class B air brakes CDL license. Thank you both for your time.

    Justin C.

  • Outstanding Service! Seth & Emily are the most helpful. We were lost with the new CDL requirements and training until we found Empirical Training Solutions. Seth & Emily facilitated the training and have been available for every call when questions arose. Their customer service is comprehensive and their knowledge base is impressive. We will use Empirical Training Solutions for every new driver going forward.

    Pete Logan

  • Seth and Emily did a fantastic consultation for our public works team. They guided us in how to get our in house training certified with the new IL CDL training requirements. They also have excellent publications for the student and trainer along with online videos. They also keep us up to date with new changes to the Illinois DMV’s testing procedures. Would highly recommended them!

    Bob O.

  • Very knowledgeable instructor. Seth broke down the CDL concepts so they were easy to learn and understand. I had a 1st time pass with him. Highly recommended.

    Mathew Scott

  • Emily and Seth are absolutely amazing to work with. They listen to your needs, explain things thoroughly and are very knowledgeable. They have kept in contact with me and made sure we are not having any issues with our program.

    Justin Chappalear

  • Best CDL trainers I've had. 3 days to pass my cdl and they taught me everything in the little time I had. I Appreciate you guys for all you did. Thank you.

    Dwayne Graeler

  • Very impressed with the way they adapted the lessons to my way of learning. Definitely refer anyone needing any of there courses

    David Riggins

  • Awesome trainers would recommend to anyone who needs help getting there CDL.

    Carson Mathews

  • Super great experience they made the long painful process so much easier. Couldn’t have asked for a better guy to sit with while I learn to drive either. Along with Emily teaching everything I need to know with my pre trip.

    Hayden Reynolds

  • Wonderful experience. Professional, detailed, and safe CDL training. It made the difference when it came to the CDL driving test. Passed the driving test easily because of them.

    G. B.