License to drive a Sprinter or other small Truck

Here is a link to these questions.

http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/publications/pdf_publications/dsd_x142.pdf

 

Something isn't right because there is no air brake endorsement . Drivers testing on a Class A setup (like a 1 ton pulling a trailer with over 26,000 lbs. GCWR ) without air brakes get a no air brakes restriction .

Most expedite carriers require a Class C CDL with hazmat endorsement .

http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/registration-licensing/cdl/cdl.htm

 

You only need the class c if you will be hauling hazmat. If you are under 26k gvwr, less than 15 passengers, and no hazmat, you only need a standard license.

 

A lot of the expedite companies want cdl holders even for cargo and sprinter vans. A lot of fleet owners want cdl holders as well as they get a discount on their commercial insurance.

You shouldn't need a cdl to driver a sprinter by law, but if the company requires it you will need to find one that doesnt.

 

Check with courier companies .

 

I know Premium Transportation Logistics doesn't require you have a cdl to driver a van. Now fleet owners might, some do some don't. I don't think Bolt requires cdl's for their vans, but once again a fleet owner might. try expeditorsonline.com you can find links to companies and you can see owners posting for drivers and such.

 

There is no money driving van for an expedite fleet owner . Rates are too low to be splitting 3 ways .

 

You can say that again...No really say it again because most people dont listen then its everyones fault but their own when they go broke.

Best bet would be a class b and run straight truck.