Potential Positions Drivers may find career opportunities in a variety of positions, including short and long-haul truck driving, heavy equipment operation, bus driving, and delivery work.
Employment Outlook The Commercial Driving program is expected to grow quickly. Within one year after graduation, the estimated employment rate for this program is 90-100%. The graduate starting median wage is $15.58 with a wage potential of $24.44.
Typical Tasks Specific tasks and activities typically required of professional truckers include:
Driving tractor-trailer combinations, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations, to transport and deliver products, livestock, or materials, usually over long distances;
Maneuver truck into loading or unloading position, following signals from loading crew as needed;
Drive truck to weigh station before and after loading and along route to document weight and conform to state regulations;
Maintain driver log according to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR);
Inspects trucks before and after trips and submit reports indicating truck condition;
Read bills of lading to determine proper assignments;
Fasten chains or binders to secure load;
Load/unload, or assist in loading/unloading of truck;
Work as a member of a two-person driving team;
Obtain customer’s signature for Proof of Delivery (POD) and deal with difficult customers;
Inventory and inspect goods to be moved; and
Read maps and calculate distances/drive times.
This program typically starts in Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer Quarters
