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Becoming a Truck Driver

Truck driving is one of the oldest and most reliable careers, even in the toughest economic times.  A truck driving job is one that provides stability to individuals. Trucking can also be a lucrative career if you build your skills and put in the work.

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What is a CDL Training School?

The majority of drivers with a Class A Commercial Driver’s License have received professional training from a CDL school. Because of loose regulations, choosing the right CDL training program isn’t always easy to do. More reading: Choosing a Truck Driving School

Getting Your Commercial Driver’s License

The purpose of the Commercial Drivers License (CDL) is to improve highway safety by ensuring that drivers of large trucks and buses are qualified to operate those vehicles. There are three different CDL types and additional endorsements that allow drivers to operate highly specialized vehicles and carry a variety of cargo.

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CDL Requirements

At CDL Training Today, our goal is to make sure you can get pre-qualified for employment before even enrolling in CDL training. It is important that individuals must be in good health, have a clean criminal and driving record, and be able to pass drug screening tests. 90% of the students who find training through CDL Training Today are pre-hired before they even begin their CDL training program. More reading: CDL license requirements

Types of Truck Driving Jobs

When you begin your trucking career, the types of trucking jobs to choose from will be limited. With experience, however, you will be able to apply for specialized jobs. The type of truck driving job determines your pay, your time on the road, the amount of physical work that will be done and even the level of danger you will face. More reading: Different Types of Truck Driving Jobs

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