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You're better off just to go to a school. Even if you get a personal CDL instructor, there's still the matter of having a vehicle available to road test in. If you really wanted to go it on your own, the written test part is as simple as getting the CDL handbook from your DMV office (since CDLs are federally regulated, the handbooks are the same in every state, except for the foreword), studying it, and taking your written tests at the DMV.
For all classes of CDL, you'll need to study the following sections:
- Introduction
- Driving Safely
- Cargo
If needed, you'll also have to study:
- Combination Vehicles (for Class A)
- Hazardous Materials
- Air Brakes
- Passengers
- Tankers
Once you've completed your necessary written tests, you'll get a learner's permit. If you have a Class C licence prior, your new one will say "CPA" (if you're getting a learner's permit for a Class A), "CPB" (for Class B), etc.
You cannot legally operate a commercial vehicle - even in the presence of a licenced CDL driver - without first having obtained the permit for it.
Afterwards, you'll go through your road training (but you'll need to find someone or a company willing to let you train with their vehicle), and you'll take your road test.
You can road test in any combination which merits the class of licence you're applying for. If you're applying for a Class A, you don't necessarily need to road test in a tractor trailer - a 26,000 lb. GVWR truck (such as the Ford F-650/F-750) and a trailer rated at over 10,000 lbs. will suffice - however, there is a catch. If you test for a Class A licence in such a combination, you'll receive an '8' restriction - "No tractor-trailers". If you don't pass the written portion of the air brakes test and road test in a vehicle equipped with air brakes, you receive an 'L' restriction - "No air brakes". If you're under 21, you cannot obtain a Hazmat endorsement, plus you'll receive a '4' restriction - "Intrastate only", which prohibits you from operating a commercial vehicle outside of your home state.
All that aside, your best option will still be just to go to a truck driving school. Several companies offer their own schools, but the cheapest ones are often found via your local community college.
If there's any questions about anything said here, you're free to e-mail me (my email address is posted in my bio page).
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Does one need training for truck driving?
Yes, you need to obtain a special drivers license for truck driving. You are required to take a course, and do a written test as well as a driving test to get your truck license.
Do we need a special license for local truck driving jobs?
If the truck you are driving weighs in excess of 18,000 pounds you will need a CDL license which requires a written and road test. If you are looking at driving something such as a FedEx or UPS truck, you need a CDL Class C license.
what type of education is required for truck driving cdl jobs?
Generally you will need a CDL license and a certificate of proficiency in driving a truck.
What type of license do you need to get a truck driving job?
to get a truck driving jobs you will need a commercial driver license or CDL. as if you are looking for a tow trucking job you will also need a towing license.
Where can i find info on truck driving training?
In order to learn how to drive a truck you will need to take driving lessons as truck drivers need a special license. Go to your local dmv and ask for more info.
What tests are necessary to acquire a truck driving job?
You need the license to drive a truck and then you need to apply at a company that searches for truck driver. They will tell you if they need somebody or not.
Why do people need trucking license?
People need a truck license in order to drive a truck for the safety of themselves and other drivers. Driving a truck is very different from driving a traditional car and requires additional training.
What kind of certification do I need to enter a truck driving school?
The only thing you'll need when trying to enter a truck driving school is an high school diploma and your licenses. And you'll also need to let them know how you're going to take care of paying to go to truck driving school.
Do you need an operators licence if you want to do truck driving jobs?
You don't need an operator's license if you want to have a truck driving job, but you do need a special kind of license if you're intending on being a trucker.
What programs and schools offer truck driving programs?
You would need to go to truck driving school, in order to become a truck driver. Many ads in the newspaper offer truck driving jobs, so it would benefit you to call them for more information.
What training and where can I apply to be a truck driver?
Here is the site you need to look at. It's the truck driving school guide and has links to truck driving schools in every state: http://www.truckschoolsusa.com/
Where can I take truck driving lessons in Keene NH?
There are several places in Keene, NH that you can take lessons to become a truck driver. US Truck Driving School and Northeast Driving School are two places you can get the training you need.
