Career In Truck Driving Commercial License A Or B

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Gerald P.'s Comment
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Hello Folks

I'm trying to obtain funding for my truck driving school in order to qualify I have to ask 3 folks who have their commercial license A and B the. If anyone could assist me it would be highly appreciated.

Name of person interviewed Current position & company Ask your contacts the following questions

1. What are your current job responsibilities / tasks? 2. What skills, certifications, and education are required for this job today? 3. Inform your contact of your current background I was a Banker and ask, “With my background, what challenges will I face in finding a job in this field?” 4. What do you recommend I do to help me get a job in this field?

Thanks All

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Big Scott's Comment
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Try this, Paid CDL Training Programs' and our starter pack

CDL:

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:

  • Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
  • Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
  • Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
  • Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
Brian M.'s Comment
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Hi Gerald I would be happy to help. My name is Brian Miller and hold a class a license. I am currently a lease operator and also am a certified instructor and trainer with Prime.

My main responsibilities are to haul freight from shipper to receiver in a safe efficient manor. As a instructor my other responsibilities include training future drivers to obtain there CDL license and mentor them to one day operating there own truck.

Many of us have starting our trucking career after having white collar jobs like yourself. As many will tell you the learning curve is quite drastic and relatively quick.

Your first challenge as many can attest to is the basic knowledge of how the truck operates and the ability to maneuver a vehicle that weights 80000 pounds loaded and is about 65 feet longer. After you manage getting the basics of driving and backing only then will you start to learn about how to apply all the necessary tools to be an effective, safe, and efficient driver. Although as a banker I'm sure you have an eye for detail which will serve you well.

Gerald you've already made a great start in finding the Truckingtruth website. This forum will be a wealth of knowledge for you to make educated decisions on your career path. Good Luck

CDL:

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:

  • Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
  • Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
  • Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
  • Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.

Shipper:

The customer who is shipping the freight. This is where the driver will pick up a load and then deliver it to the receiver or consignee.
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