How to Be a Driver for Oversize Loads

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Meet the minimum age requirement of at least 21 years old for commercial truck driving.

   Moving companies that transport houses, mobile homes and other buildings typically need drivers of this type. , Pass a criminal background check with no felony convictions.
   
   Pass a drug test and have no diagnosis of alcoholism in your history.
   
   It is standard for most companies to deny employment of applicants that have criminal, drug or alcohol backgrounds.
   
   These applicants are too big a risk for the companies. , This includes a vision screening.
   
   Vision should be at least 20/40 with a 70 degree field of vision in each eye.
   
   Drivers may wear corrective contact lenses or glasses to meet this requirement.
   
   A hearing test is also given.
   
   Drivers are permitted to wear hearing aids if needed. ,, Each state may create its own requirements for oversize loads. , Each company may have different specifications for their drivers. ,,
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   Step 2: Hold a current

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   Step 3: valid Commercial Driver's license from the department of motor vehicles where you reside.

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   Step 4: Submit applications to various trucking companies that make use of oversize load drivers.

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   Step 5: Go through the testing conducted by the companies if they feel you are a potential candidate.

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   Step 6: Complete a physical examination and meet the health requirements set by the United States Department of Transportation.

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   Step 7: Take and pass a driver's road test and present a certificate as proof of success.

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   Step 8: Review the laws and regulations for oversize loads within the states where you will be traveling.

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   Step 9: Read the company handbook or ask about the company's requirements for oversize load drivers.

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    Step 10: Begin driving as an oversize load driver.

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    Step 11: Repeat your physical exam every two years.

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