What
happens with my application
once I submit it?
Once you complete the application to
the best of your ability and you submit it, we will then pass it on
to truck driving schools in your area so you can get your career as a
professional truck driver started.
Does
it cost anything?
No, our services are free of charge and
submitting an application does not cost you anything
What
are the requirements to become
a professional truck driver?
The Department of Transportation has a
list of requirements that must be met by all individuals before they
become a professional truck driver. These include:
- Must be at least 21 years old to drive across state lines.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and able to speak English.
- Must have a valid driver's license from the state in which you reside.
- Must pass the DOT physical exam and drug test.
- Must obtain a CDL (commercial driver's license).
Furthermore,
most individual Georgia
truck driving companies will have their own requirements that
employees must meet.
How
do I obtain my Georgia CDL?
To get your CDL, you must take the
Georgia CDL test, which consists of a vision exam, written test, and
a driving test. You should be able to take both the vision exam and
written test at your local DMV or driver's license office. The
driving test can be completed at one of four specific locations
throughout Georgia: Thomson, Gainesville, Jackson, or Milledgeville.
You
must also fill out the two-page CDL
application and provide a recent photograph of yourself.
Do
I have to attend driving school
to get my CDL?
Attending driving school is not a CDL
requirement; however it is highly recommended that you do. Driving
school can give you the proper training and guidance needed to
successfully pass the CDL test and get a good truck driving job. In
fact, many Georgia truck driving companies will require you to attend
a training program prior to being hired as a driver.
How
much will truck driver training
cost me?
This depends on the school and program
you choose to attend; cost can really be anywhere from a few hundred
dollars to nearly $4,000. To make sure you get the most for your
money, you need to attend an accredited truck driving schools. Georgia
Truck Driver Schools works with only the best schools and
programs to ensure you get the best training possible.
Also,
many schools provide financial
assistance programs to help their students pay for training. Whatever
your financial situation, we can help you find a school that
works for you.
If you have any additional questions about truck driving jobs, please
Contact
Us
anytime.
