With the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reporting a favorable outlook between 2016 and 2026, truck driving is climbing the ranks as a hot job opportunity in Michigan. The mean hourly wage for heavy truck drivers in Michigan as of May 2016 (latest available data) is $20.68. This equates to earning a mean annual salary of $43,010. To become one of the 73,400+ truck drivers in Michigan, you may need a commercial driver's license (CDL), and a truck driving school in Michigan is a great place to start.
CDL Training Near Me in Michigan
Truck driving schools in Michigan may be found across the state, especially in the Detroit area and in cities such as Grand Rapids, Gladwin, Holland and Taylor. 160 Driving Academy and Coast2Coast Truck Driving Schools are just a few of the school options in the area. In order to qualify for a CDL in Michigan, you must be at least 18 for intrastate driving and 21 for interstate driving. You must also have a valid Michigan driver's license, pass a vision test and obtain a medical certificate. CDL applicants must then pass a written knowledge exam and a skills test, which includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, a basic control test, and an on-road driving test. Additional endorsements may be needed depending on the type of truck you wish to drive--for example, to drive a truck with air brakes, tankers, double/triple trailers or to drive a passenger or school bus. To transport hazardous materials (Hazmat), a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check is also required.
To find a truck driving school in Michigan, browse the list of featured trucking schools below.
