I
want to drive as a team. Are team
driving positions available in the state of Iowa?
There are
companies throughout the country that offer team driving positions,
though they are not as readily available as solo positions. We can
help you find team driving positions available in Iowa.
Do
beginner truck drivers have the
same type of job as experienced truck drivers?
Not always. The
more experience you have, the more driving positions there are that
will be available to you, as companies prefer to hire experienced
drivers. The best way to gain more experience is to keep driving!
Is
the truck driving industry
stable?
Yes. The demand for qualified truck drivers is very
high since several industries rely on the trucking industry to
deliver their goods throughout the nation. As a result, truck
drivers experience job stability and security.
Do
you have to be a certain age to
get a truck driving job in Iowa?
To obtain a regional trucking
job, you must be at least 22 years old. You can obtain an intrastate
CDL and work exclusively in the state of Iowa if you are at least 18
years old.
What kind of trucks do most Iowa
trucking
companies use?
Trucking companies use many brand
names,
including Kenworth, Mack, Volvo, Peterbilt, and Freightliner.
How
many hours can a truck driver legally drive in a
day?
Truck drivers can spend 11 hours
on the road before
they are required to take a break. After an 11 hour drive, truck
drivers are required to take a 10 hour break, regardless of the total
amount of miles driven.
How
much does it cost to renew an
Iowa CDL?
The cost is $40.
Can
a commercial driver's license
be reissued once it has been revoked?
Yes. In order for your
license to be reissued, you must retake both the driving portion and
the written portion of the Iowa CDL.
Should
I bring anything with me when
I renew my CDL?
Yes, you will be required to show your social
security card, as well as proof of age (a birth certificate or Iowa
driver's license will suffice).
How
much does it cost to replace a
lost or stolen commercial driver's license?
It costs $3 to
replace a lost or stolen CDL.
Can
failing a drug test disqualify
me from a job in the trucking industry?
Failing a drug test
can disqualify you from finding and/or keeping a job in the trucking
industry, as can a bad driving record or a felony conviction.
If
you have any additional questions about truck driving jobs, please Contact
Us
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