Can anybody tell me about being a truck driver and using the post 9/11 gi bill for truck driver school?

I work in the logistics/supply chain industry and can tell you that truck drivers are in high demand all across the country. There is a significant shortage of truckers because there hasn't been enough new drivers coming in to replace the retiring ones, and the demand continues to increase. With that demand comes higher pay and bonuses. Even more so for special qualifications like HAZMAT, oversized/special loads, etc. Yes, if you go to a institution approved by the VA, the GI Bill can pay for it. I would advise that you get as many special qualifications as you can get besides the basic driving.

Look up CSM Mike Lynch he is here and works for a trucking company

I'm no expert in the area, but I have some thoughts.

I'm in a trans company in the Reserves, and while most of us only drive trucks (M915A5) 1 day a month and 2 or 3 weeks a year, we do have several local/regional route drivers and OTR truckers in my unit. They all seem to enjoy it, and make a decent living. My squad leader in fact owns a couple trucks and can clear 6 figures in a year depending on operating costs, etc.

There are trucking schools (private, vo-tech) that accept your GI Bill benefits. You'll just have to do your homework to find them, learn about their program, and see if it's right for you.

Good luck!