As of February 2022, drivers whom
- are getting a CDL for the first time
- are upgrading an existing CDL
- or getting a School Bus, Passenger, or Hazardous endorsement
CDL Requirements
Understand FMCSA requirements to get your CDL
New Federal Training Requirements
Learn about the new ELDT training requirements from the FMSCA
How To Get Your CDL
Step 1
Get instant access to your online CDL and endorsements training with TruckerTraining
Step 2
Pass your online training exams with a score of 80% and proof of training will be submitted instantly to the federal registry
Step 3
Pass the CDL Knowledge Exam (written test) at your local DMV to obtain your CDL Learner’s Permit
Step 4
Use TruckerTraining’s included Skills Test training to help you pass your Skills Exam (vehicle exam) at your local testing center
Step 5
Collect your CDL from your local DMV and get hired FAST using our free placement service
Which CDL Do I Need?
CDL Class Requirements and Exams
Class A
Certified to drive a combination vehicle with a gross combination weight rating of 26,001 or MORE pounds and if the trailer(s) has a GVWR of 10,001 or more pounds.
Jobs & Salaries
Local (home daily), Regional (home weekly), OTR (out 2 + weeks)
Estimated Depending on City & State
Heavy Equipment (specialized)
Annual Salary $60,00 to $150,000
Car Transport (specialized)
Annual Salary $73,00 to $120,000
Dry Bulk (specialized)
Liquid Bulk (specialized)
Annual Salary $54,00 to $120,000
Refrigerated (refer)
Annual Salary $52,00 to $80,000
LTL (less than truck load)
Intermodal (containers)
Flatbed
Annual Salary $48,00 to $72,000
Over the Road (OTR)
Annual Salary $48,000 to $62,000
Class B
Certified to drive a single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more.
Jobs & Salaries
Local (home daily), Regional (home weekly), OTR (out 2 + weeks)
Estimated Depending on City & State
Refrigerated (refer)
Annual Salary $52,000 to $80,000
LTL (less than truck load)
Annual Salary $48,000 to $72,000
Grocery Store Delivery
Annual Salary $38,000 to $80,000
Dump Truck
Cement Truck
Annual Salary $38,000 to $60,000
Local Pick-up and Delivery (straight truck)
Annual Salary $41,000 to $53,000
Passenger Bus
Average Salary $28,000 to $42,000
Class B Passenger/School
Certified to drive a bus that can carry 16 or more passengers. School bus drivers are required to get a school bus endorsement.
Jobs & Salaries
Local (home daily), Regional (home weekly), OTR (out 2 + weeks)
Estimated Depending on City & State
Work for:
- Independent School Districts
- Contracted Private Pupil Transport Companies,
Annual Salary $29,000 to $43,000
Monthly Salary $2,417 to $3,583
Hourly Rate $14.00 to $21.00
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