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If you don't have the money to upgrade to a class A how it the world are you going to obtain a truck and trailer. Then pay for insurance, tags and all the other things associated with running a truck?

 

Never said he didn't want to get it.

 

If you want to get your CDL and can't afford the cost, there are options. Some carriers will train you and help in getting your CDL. There is usually a 1 year work commitment unless you want to reimburse them for your training costs. Depending on your current work situation, there may also be federal or state funding that could pay for your training.

 

You are correct. That is why I asked the question. I assumed that either he could not afford the cost or did not want to get his CDL. From later posts it seems like he could not afford the cost at this time.

 

You don't have to go to school to get your CDL.

 

You don't have to go to school to get your CDL, but you do need access to a truck and trailer. That could be difficult unless you know someone who will rent or loan you their equipment. If you purchase your own equipment, that should not be an issue. Some carriers like to see a minimum amount of driving time before they will hire a driver. However, there are carriers that will put you with a trainer for a short time if you already have your CDL.

 

Start in a non cdl straight truck for a company that also has cdl straight trucks. You don't even need air brakes on your license. Get your class b with one of those cdl trucks. Next get a job driving a dump truck. Get your class a with that company's dump truck and pup trailer.
Boom. Class A with no school.