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.
It seems that every week in the headlines we read about the massive supply shortage, from lumber to computer chips the list keeps growing. But just as important, we have a national shortage of professional drivers, the people delivering us the goods we need to support a functioning society.
Becoming a truck driver starts with deciding on the type of vehicle and freight you’re most interested in. Narrow your options by looking at the three classes of commercial driver’s license types (CDLs): Class A, Class B, and Class C CDL. In this article, we’ll focus on the Class A CDL, which gives you the most options when it comes to looking for jobs.
As of January 2022, an average OTR truck driver can make upwards of $52,000 per year. Compared to the rest of the gigs in the trucking industry, this is huge!
Truck driving is one profession our country can’t live without, and the need for new, well-trained drivers is great. The American Trucking Association says there is a shortage of over 80,000 drivers.
