Our Story
Switching Lanes with Wayne is dedicated to providing quality trucking education and support, focusing on helping individuals with past challenges transition into successful trucking careers.
Meet Wayne Lane
Wayne is an experienced trucking professional dedicated to guiding you through every step of your trucking training journey.
My name is Wayne Lane, a fully accredited CDL Instructor on the FMCSA’s Training Provider Registry at CMSC Parker Professional Driving School and the founder of Switching Lanes with Wayne LLC. I specialize in pre-CDL training and in-class theory helping individuals build a strong foundation for careers in professional driving. I have also taught ESL students and helped them get their CDL.
In collaboration with the National Council for Incarcerated and Formerly Incarcerated Women and Girls, Families for Justice As Healing, Justice 4 Housing, and The Louis Brown Peace Institute, I have supported many individuals in obtaining their CDL license. For the past 2 years I have been doing some teaching at Suffolk County House of Corrections, Plymouth HOC, Dedham HOC and DYS. My mission is to create pathways for personal and professional success, regardless of one’s circumstances.
My life experience has really given me a unique opportunity to help others who have been down and out and feel like they don’t have a bright future. I was released after seventeen and a half years in Angola, one of the most dangerous prisons in the United States. Once I came home, I did worry about being able to support myself. I was able to get my CDL license about a year after coming home and it has made such a difference in my life. I am a homeowner and small business owner. A career driving trucks can make a huge difference in your life. You will have job stability and there are many companies willing to hire convicted felons. I have been employed at Olympia Moving and Storage, Waste Management, Capital Waste Service, Stop and Shop and now CMSC Parker. If you have a strong drive and good work ethic this could be a great opportunity for you.
What a CDL can offer you
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High Earning Potential - Competitive salaries with opportunity for bonuses and raises
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Job Security - High demand for truck drivers across the industries
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Travel opportunities - See different places while working
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Quick entry into workforce - CDL training takes weeks not years
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Strong benefits - Many companies offer health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off
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Career Growth - Opportunities to become an owner, operator or trainer
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Flexible Schedules - Options for local, regional, or long haul route
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Freedom and Independence - Less supervision compared to office jobs
Our Training Programs
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10-hour CDL Prep Course: Specifically designed to help students obtain their CDL permit—a critical step toward attending full CDL classes.
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15-hour CDL Prep Course: Specifically designed to help currently incarcerated individuals with training and mentorship.
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Vehicle Inspections: Thorough guidance on conducting pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections.
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Safety Regulations: Detailed instruction on state and federal safety standards to ensure compliance and safe driving practices.
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Federal Transportation Laws: Education on regulations governing commercial drivers and motor carriers.
We offer both on-site classroom and field training for Class A and Class B licenses, providing hands-on experiences and real-world applications. For added convenience, we are willing to travel to other venues to deliver our training programs.
We are committed to your success. That’s why we provide personalized support and guidance every step of the way. Whether you need assistance with CDL coursework or career planning, we’re here to help.
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What People are Saying
William
"My name is William Cobb. I was incarcerated for 3 1/2 years. Once I was re-integrated into society, I had a very hard time finding a job with stable income. I was fortunate enough to participate in Wayne Lane’s CDL program. It was a great opportunity, and I learned a lot. Wayne was a wonderful instructor who kept me focused by getting me to see the future outcome of having a CDL. At times I wanted to quit, but he definitely gave me a lot of motivation to hang in there. I completed the program, and I was able to receive my CDL. That was a great accomplishment for me. I eventually stumbled upon a local company called Feeny Brothers, which hired me immediately. I have since learned to operate a dump truck safely through the streets of Boston. I feel that my CDL definitely opened up doors that were previously closed. Now having a steady income has allowed me to hold my head up high and have a responsible job that's well respected. I would like to take this time to thank everyone that helped me along this journey."
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Get in Touch
Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn more about our services. We offer flexible scheduling and affordable rates to help make our services accessible to all students.
Switching Lanes with Wayne
tel: (617) 913-8914