Truck Driving Jobs in Texas
Truck driving jobs in Texas can easily be found on the
Internet after just a few seconds of searching. Texas is
like all other states, you must take a truck driver training
course to gain a Class A or B commercial drivers
license. A Class A license will allow you to
drive a tractor/trailer with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) of 26,001 lbs. While a Class B license will teach
and allow you to drive a straight truck, Bobtail (a tractor
without a trailer), or a bus with a GVWR over 26,001 lbs.
To operate in interstate commerce, like most truck drivers do,
you must be of 21 years of age and pass a rigorous physical
exam every two years.
Texas is home to literally more than 30 truck driving
schools which will teach you how to drive a big rig and give
you advice on how to find trucking driving jobs in Texas.
Many schools offer teaching and tuition reimbursement if you
drive for their company. Go to www.infoporium.com to find a
truck driving school directory for the state of Texas.
Check out these powerful websites for a truck driving job
search. Everytruckjob.com allows users to search jobs by
state and by desired position- from recent graduates to those
who are looking for a lease purchase program. For a
similar website with just as many options take a look at
www.classadrivers.com.
Currently in Texas and many other states, there is a
severe shortage of truck drivers. The federal government
estimates a shortage of over 80,000 truck drivers in the
country. Yet salaries remain steady. Long haul
truck drivers can make between $50,000 and $60,000 a year
depending on experience and specialties. However
for first year truck driving jobs in Texas you should
expect to make between $25,000 and $30,000 a year.
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