Does it matter if you have had your permit for a while?

I am still researching whether or not I want to try trucking, but I was thinking about going down to the DMV and taking the permit test because at the end of January a change is going into effect in IL that might make the process more of a hassle.

I have read that there is a 3 month window after getting your CDL that companies want you to take a refresher if you haven't obtained employment by then. Is it the same with a permit? Do companies frown if you have had your permit for a while before you go through CDL training?

I'm probably not going to make a decision for the next 2 months or so. There is a lot of information to review before I decide.

Thanks.

 

Yes the learners permit is good for 12 months. Just didn't know if schools frowned on a person having a permit for 6 months or so before attempting to start school to get the actual CDL.

 

Yes I will have to choose one of the four. I'm not trying to get around that. I just find the 50 bucks for the permit to be a worthwhile cost for taking my time to make the decision however if I had to get a DOT physical I'd have to pay for it in addition to the permit costs which would more than double my costs.

 

Currently just a vision exam and the fee for a permit. After Jan 30th you will need a physical depending on the type of driving you are intending to do.