No. Not in Mass or any other state. Off-highway equipment is not considered a CMV.
Vehicles which are not used for on-road use do not require a CDL.
In Massachusetts, you do not need a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) to operate a loader, as it is typically classified as a piece of heavy equipment rather than a commercial vehicle. However, operators may need to have proper training and certification to ensure safety and compliance with local regulations. Always check with local laws and employer requirements, as regulations can vary by municipality or specific job site.
A CDL license is required to drive a skid loader. Many employers will require a CDL to get positions that require the operation of a skid loader.
Yes you do need a CDL License to drive a bucket truck.
No. CDL requirements apply only to on-road vehicles.
No, CDL requirements pertain only to on-road vehicles.
If you don't need a CDL operating that vehicle intrastate, you don't need it to operate that vehicle interstate, either.
To own one, no. To operate one, yes.
Dedicated off-road worksite equipment, which is not intended to operate on public roadways, does not require a CDL.
Yes, you would. Without the trailer, you could operate it with either a Class A or Class B CDL.
No. You only need a drivers licence to operate equipment if it's plated for use on public roadways.
You must have a current DOT medical card to maintain an active CDL in EVERY state. That is a federal law.