Commerical Hauling and Logistics Training Program

24-Week Hercules Hauling Training Program: SummaryThe 24-Week Training Program provides a comprehensive curriculum for individuals entering the hauling industry. It covers essential skills in truck operations, safety, customer service, business management, and regulatory compliance.Weeks 1-4: Focus on safety, hazardous materials, and load management, along with shadowing experienced drivers and understanding routes and schedules.Weeks 5-8: Advanced training in truck operations, weather conditions, and customer service, with real-world driving practice.Weeks 9-12: Learn to troubleshoot mechanical issues, optimize routes, and manage risk, followed by hands-on feedback and skill refinement.Weeks 13-16: Transition to full-time driver duties, including understanding government contracts, working independently, and complying with legal regulations.Weeks 17-20: Dive into business aspects, such as managing costs, building client relationships, and bidding on contracts.Weeks 21-24: Final focus on independent operations, advanced driving techniques, and managing multiple jobs, culminating in a final evaluation and preparation for a successful career in hauling.This program prepares individuals to excel in both technical skills and business management, ensuring success in the hauling industry.

ABOUT THE JOB

Hercules Hauling LLC is offering a hands-on SkillBridge internship for transitioning service members interested in logistics, CDL operations, equipment hauling, and small business management. As a participant, you will support day-to-day field and administrative operations of a growing, veteran-owned hauling company.Interns will gain valuable real-world experience in the hauling industry while learning key business functions such as route planning, customer service, equipment operation, safety protocols, and local contracting. Whether you're pursuing a CDL career, want to start your own business, or simply want to understand how logistics companies run, this opportunity will help you transition smoothly into the civilian workforce.This internship is unpaid through the DoD SkillBridge program, but high performers may be offered continued employment or partnership opportunities post-service.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support day-to-day field and administrative operations of a growing, veteran-owned hauling company.
• Gain valuable real-world experience in the hauling industry.
• Learn key business functions such as route planning, customer service, equipment operation, and safety protocols.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be an active-duty service member eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program (within 180 days of separation or retirement).
• Strong interest in logistics, trucking, hauling, or small business operations.
• Comfortable working outdoors and around heavy equipment.
• Valid state driver’s license required.
• 2-year minimum CDL Class B.
• Must be punctual, reliable, and able to work independently or as part of a small team.
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical tasks as needed.
• Willingness to learn about local regulations, job site safety, and customer service expectations.
• Desire to grow into post-service employment or entrepreneurship is a plus.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

• Must be an active-duty service member eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program (within 180 days of separation or retirement).• Strong interest in logistics, trucking, hauling, or small business operations.• Comfortable working outdoors and around heavy equipment.• Valid state driver’s license required• 2-year minimum CDL Class B • Must be punctual, reliable, and able to work independently or as part of a small team.• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical tasks as needed.• Willingness to learn about local regulations, job site safety, and customer service expectations.• Desire to grow into post-service employment or entrepreneurship is a plus.• Veterans, Guard, and Reserve members within their final 180 days on orders are also encouraged to apply.

TARGET MOCS

88M, 91B, 92F, 92A, 88N, 3531, 3537, 0411, 3112, EO, LS, BM, CS, MK, SK, ME, 2T1X1, 2F0X1, 2T3X1, 2T3X7, 2T0X1, 3E2X1

ELIGIBLE SERVICE BRANCHES

All Services

BENEFITS

• Opportunity for continued employment or partnership opportunities post-service for high performers.

PROGRAM COST

$0

OTHER

N/A