STEP 1
Get your CDL Permit
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Training for your CDL License
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To become a truck driver, you typically need to:
- You must be at least 21 years old to drive across state lines (interstate) or carry hazardous materials. If you’re 18-20, you can still get a CDL but will be restricted to driving within your state (intrastate).
- Obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
- Pass a physical examination and a background check.
- Complete a truck driving training program.
To get a CDL, follow these steps:
- Obtain a copy of your state’s CDL manual and study it.
- Get a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) by passing a written test.
- Enroll in a truck driving school or training program.
- Pass the CDL skills test, which includes a pre-trip inspection, a basic controls test, and an on-road driving test.
Endorsements allow you to drive specialized types of vehicles. Common endorsements include:
- T for double/triple trailers.
- P for passenger vehicles.
- N for tank vehicles.
- H for hazardous materials.
- X for a combination of tank vehicles and hazardous materials.
Look for schools that:
- Are accredited by a recognized accrediting agency.
- Have a high job placement rate for graduates.
- Offer comprehensive training, including classroom instruction and hands-on driving experience.
- Provide financial aid or payment plans.
The job outlook for truck drivers is generally positive, with steady demand due to the constant need for transporting goods. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment of heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers will grow 4% from 2022 to 2032.
- Adjusting to long hours and time away from home.
- Navigating unfamiliar routes and dealing with traffic.
- Maintaining a healthy lifestyle on the road.
- Managing stress and staying alert during long drives.
- Balancing work-life commitments.