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Changing My CDL

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Drequan_SoDetermined, Dec 9, 2013.

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  1. Dec 9, 2013 #1
    Drequan_SoDetermined

    Drequan_SoDetermined Bobtail Member

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    I just wanted to know some information about upgrading from a Class B CDL to a Class A. I heard I would have to obtain a permit but what that require me to give up the one I currently have ? Or is it another process
     
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  3. Dec 9, 2013 #2
    Flatbedder73

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    Nope, same as upgrading from class D to B.
     
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  4. Dec 9, 2013 #3
    Drequan_SoDetermined

    Drequan_SoDetermined Bobtail Member

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    Its different. But first I had my drivers license, then took the exams and went to a school and got it
     
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  5. Dec 9, 2013 #4
    L84AD8

    L84AD8 Bobtail Member

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    Question for my friend in WA state, he wants to get his cdl and is looking at what companies have training and hire out of WA. He knows about Swift and Central Refrigerated, are there any others?
    Thanks in advance.
     
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  7. Dec 9, 2013 #5
    Drequan_SoDetermined

    Drequan_SoDetermined Bobtail Member

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    I don't pretty much know much but you could try Prime, Roehl and Millis. You could check them out and see
     
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  8. Dec 9, 2013 #6
    Moosetek13

    Moosetek13 Road Train Member

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    No, you retain your current classification while you have the permit.
     
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  9. Dec 10, 2013 #7
    twistedsmoke

    twistedsmoke Light Load Member

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    The way I understand it, a class A trumps a class B. I had my class A, then got hired on at a bus company that required a class B with a P endorsement. I had to take a test at the dmv for the endorsement and then had to do the pretrip, skills, and driving all over again for the actual class B. On my license it's classified as a CDL-A with a P endorsement.
     
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  10. Dec 10, 2013 #8
    biggare1980

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    You might have them check Gordon trucking out of Pacific(think that's where their from), not sure if they offer training or not though. Maybe Joseph will see this thread and be able to tell you more.
     
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  11. Dec 10, 2013 #9
    joseph1135

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    Gordon has a training program in place that the trainers get trained at too. They're not just in the bunk or sitting in the seat picking their rear. They only bring guys on from approved schools so give them a ring to find out which ones and good luck to you.
     
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  12. Dec 10, 2013 #10
    joseph1135

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    By the way, biggare1980 promised me there were cookies here. I've been tricked. Again. Lol.
     
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