TransTech is Now Open in Charleston, South Carolina

Newest Campus Brings CDL Training to the Lowcountry

TransTech has officially opened a new campus in North Charleston, South Carolina, and welcomed its first class last month. Located at 3601 Meeting Street Road, it’s our third location in the state, joining campuses in Spartanburg and Columbia. The Charleston area has a strong and growing demand for CDL drivers, and this campus is here to help people in the Lowcountry get trained and into careers as truck drivers.

A Look Inside the New Campus

The Charleston campus includes an admissions office, a classroom, a dedicated training yard, and the equipment students need to learn on from day one.

Meet the Admissions Team

Sherry Grunden and Ana Parnell are the enrollment advisors at the Charleston campus. Both are available to answer questions, walk through the process, and help prospective students figure out their next step.

“I’m excited to introduce myself as an Enrollment Advisor at TransTech CDL school here in Charleston! In this role, I have the opportunity to help individuals take a powerful step toward a stable, high-demand career in the transportation industry. I’m passionate about guiding people through the enrollment process, answering questions, and making sure they feel confident as they begin their journey toward earning their Commercial Driver’s License.”

Sherry Grunden

“I’m so excited to share that I’m now working as an Enrollment Advisor at TransTech CDL school in Charleston! I get to connect with people who are ready for a new opportunity and help guide them into a career that can truly change their lives. Whether it’s answering questions, easing concerns, or helping someone take that first step, I love being part of the process.”

Ana Parnell

Programs at TransTech Charleston

The Charleston campus offers both Class A and Class B CDL training, with two schedule options.

Class A CDL Training takes students from classroom instruction (air brakes, logbooks, trip planning) through range training and public road time. No prior experience is required. The program is ELDT-compliant and can be completed in as little as 4 weeks.

Class B CDL Training is available for students pursuing careers in straight truck, dump truck, delivery, construction, or waste and recycling.

Schedule options:

• Full-Time: Four weeks, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. New classes start every other Monday.
• Part-Time Weekend: Ten weeks of Saturday and Sunday instruction, 7am-5pm. A good option for students who need to stay employed while they complete training.

The Charleston Job Market

North Charleston is one of the more active freight markets in the Southeast, driven largely by the Port of Charleston and the distribution and logistics operations connected to it. Construction growth and population increases across Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties are also keeping demand for drivers steady. Entry-level CDL drivers in the area typically earn between $50,000 and $70,000 per year.

Learn More

For program details, schedules, and enrollment information, visit the TransTech Charleston campus page.