New York CDL Requirements

Those who are looking for trucking jobs in New York are going to need to pass New York CDL requirements. Those looking into New York licensing information will find that the requirements are similar to those of other states. Individuals who wish to move goods intrastate need only be 18 years old, while those looking to move between states must be 21 years of age or older.

Those who are working toward a CDL in New York are going to need to prove that they have not held a driver’s license in a state other than New York over the last ten years. Those who have will need to report each state that a driver’s license was held in; this is necessary for proper driving record checks.

You will also have to pass both written and practical driving tests.  Written teses are based in knowledge in the New York CDL Manual.  You driving test will cover trip inspections and general handling of the truck.

New York re-licensing information standards require individuals to provide medical proof every two years, and must renew every five years. Individuals who allow their CDL to expire may be subject to retesting when attempting to re-license.

View Truck Driving Schools in New York to find CDL Training in your area.  Search all Truck Driving Jobs if you are looking for a CDL job in a different state.