How do i go about getting a cdl liscense in new jersey?

Question

are there lot of jobs in new jersey for truck drivers, is the test hard

Answer 1

Commercial driver license (CDL)

There are three classes of a commercial license: A, B, and C. However, no one can apply for these licenses until he/she is in possession of a valid basic Class D New Jersey driver license or he/she possesses a valid out-of-state CDL.

Class A: License is necessary for the operation of tractor trailers or any truck or trailer with a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, provided the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is more than 10,000 pounds. The Class A license also allows the motorist to operate all vehicles in the class B, C and D categories, provided the motorist has qualified for all the proper extra endorsements.

Class B: License is necessary for the operation of any vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 pounds or more:

A vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 pounds or more towing a trailer with a gross vehicle weight rating of less than 10,000 pounds

A bus with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 pounds or more designed

to transport 16 or more passengers, including the driver

A Class B license allows the motorist to operate all vehicles in the Class C and D categories, provided the motorist has qualified for all the proper extra endorsements.

Class C: License is necessary for any vehicle with a GVWR of less than 26,001 pounds, used and placarded to transport hazardous material:

Any bus, including school buses, designed to carry 16 passengers or more, including the motorist, and with a GVWR of less than 26,001 pounds and all school vehicles designed for 15 passengers or fewer, including the motorist

Any bus or other vehicle designed to transport 8 to 15 passengers, including the motorist, which is used for hire

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Answer 2

1) Fill out proper forms at DMV.

2) Pay proper fees at DMV

3) Written CDL general knowlege test. Test for any endorsements you want as well. - will receive a permit.

4) Wait 15 days after passing knowlege tests. Use this time to drive around and practice your backing, docking, and paralell parking.

5) Go to DMV with a truck, and give a competent pre-trip inspection in front of an examiner.

6) Take a "parking lot" skills test around some cones.

7) Take a road test

It's all spelled out in the manual - available (where else...) at the DMV.

Or you could pay about $3500-$4000 to go to a CDL school. They basically "help" you do all of the above, but lend you a truck to practice and to test in.

The written test is not that hard, if you read and study the manual.

The pre-trip test is probably the hardest, you need to point out each thing on the rig you are about to drive, and explain what defect in that component you are looking for

The parking lot and road tests are not too difficult if you have any driving experience.