Month: May 2018

To launch a career as a truck driver, you will need to obtain a commercial driver’s license, or CDL. The federal government sets most rules for CDLs, though your license will be issued by your state DMV. There are a few issues that could disqualify you from obtaining a CDL. Talk to your truck driving school about qualifying for your CDL if you have any of these issues.

Outstanding Warrants
If you have outstanding warrants for felony charges, you will not be able to earn a CDL until the warrants are resolved. If you have warrants for traffic tickets, then you will be able to earn a CDL, though you may find it difficult to find employment as a driver until those warrants are resolved. The same is true for other kinds of misdemeanor warrants. You will be able to get your CDL, but finding employment may be difficult until you deal with the warrant.

Certain Felony Convictions
A felony conviction doesn’t always disqualify you from getting a CDL, but certain kinds of convictions will. Bribery, smuggling, arson, kidnapping, assault with intent to commit murder, extortion, and treason will all prevent you from getting a CDL based on federal laws, as well using a commercial vehicle to commit a felony or causing a fatality due to negligent vehicle operation. Some states have additional rules regarding felonies and CDLs, so check the rules in your area.

DUI
DUI convictions can make it hard to qualify for or renew a DUI. If you have been convicted of a DUI with a BAC of .04% or higher while driving a commercial vehicle, you can’t get or renew a CDL. Once you have a CDL, if you are convicted of operating any kind of vehicle with a BAC of .08% or greater, you will lose your CDL. If you have a DUI conviction that doesn’t fall into these categories, you may be able to get your CDL but could struggle to find employment.

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If you decide to start a career as a truck driver, you may be surprised at all of the amenities that await you on the road. Truck stops hold everything you can think of that truckers need on the road, and even some things that you might not have considered. Here are some of the amazing amenities you can expect to encounter as you become a regular at truck stops.

Showers
It’s not surprising that truck stops have showers, but what is amazing to most people is that they actually have clean showers. Many people say that they find truck stop showers to be cleaner than the showers they encounter in hotels. Truck stop showers are fully cleaned and sanitized after each use, so you can expect a good experience when you use them. Each shower is in its own room that is secured with a key code, and most truck stops even provide towels for you to use.

Hair Salons
Just because you’re on the road doesn’t mean you have to let your hair go. Many truck stops offer on-site hair salons that are affordable and convenient. They’re the perfect place for a quick trim when you’re heading home to a special event and won’t have time to hit your usual place. No appointments are necessary, so just walk in when you’re overdue for a cut.

Massage and Chiropractic Services
Being on the road can be hard on your back, and the soreness can slow you down. To help truckers ease their aching backs and necks, some truck stops offer therapeutic massage and even chiropractic services.

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