Ordinary desk jobs often constrain the independent spirit. This is one reason a career spent navigating the open road as a truck driver has a strong appeal to some job seekers - and that career starts with truck driving school.
To best prepare for beginning a career as a truck driver, one should take the following steps:
In addition to maintaining a safe driving record, truck drivers with a commercial driver’s license are required to pass a physical examination once every 2 years. This examination includes vision testing, hearing testing, testing of physical dexterity and blood pressure testing.
Dependable, independent and professional individuals might find the very career they have been searching for out on the open road.
Salary Range:
$6.47 — $23.75 hourly wage
Education Level (minimum):
High school or equivalent and driving requirements
Growth Outlook (2002 – 2012):
10 – 20%