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You passed your CDL training, got your license, and scored a truck driving job. Life is sweet, but you’re not the “king of the road” yet. There’s still a lot to learn in your first year out. Here are ten truck driving tips that will make you a better truck driver.
Maybe you’re a new driver who just earned your CDL (commercial driver’s license) and want to make the best choice for your first OTR trucking job or you’re an experienced driver looking for a better way to spend your working hours. Whatever it is, starting with a good company is a way to ensure you’ll have a positive career in the trucking industry.
The hazmat endorsement is a certification added to your CDL that allows you to drive trucks carrying hazardous materials, such as toxic chemicals, fuels, nuclear waste products, and flammable gases. Any substance that poses a reasonable risk to health, property, or the environment qualifies.
If you are here it is because you either have completed the necessary steps to get your CDL, in which case congratulations! You may also be thinking about getting your CDL and want to know what your options would be, in which case welcome!
There are many types of jobs you can get with a CDL. The truck dispatcher, or freight dispatcher, role doesn’t require one, but it does play an important role for any trucking company or owner-operator. It can also be a great place to start if you want to learn more about the transportation industry or a specific trucking company. The education requirement is generally a high school diploma or GED.
People from all walks of life can find stable jobs in the trucking industry. However, if you have been convicted of a felony, getting a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and choosing to be a truck driver can be much harder.
You need to meet certain requirements set by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and your state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to drive a commercial motor vehicle. DOT certification is one of the requirements.
If you’re thinking about driving an airport shuttle or a vehicle that will carry hazardous materials, the Class C CDL is for you. Choosing a license is the first step in this journey.
If becoming a truck driver sounds like an appealing career option, you will need to decide which type of commercial driver’s license (CDL) you want: Class A, Class B, or Class C.
