CDL CLASS B

A CDL-B allows a driver to operate commercial trucks that have an attached cab and cargo area with a combined weight greater than 26,000 pounds, as well as trucks with a detached towed cargo vehicle that weighs less than 10,000 pounds.  Examples of vehicles that drivers with a Class B CDL license may operate includes tow trucks, dump trucks, delivery trucks and utility trucks. 

Career Possibilities:

  • Delivery of Goods

  • Airport Shuttle Transportation

  • School Transportation

  • Professional Motor-coach Operator

  • City Bus Driver

  • Waste Management

 

Total Hours of Instruction Required:

  • The State of Washington requires all students to complete a total of 80 hours:

  • 40 hours of classroom instruction

  • 10 hours of lab training, range, and observation

  • 8 hours of training in backing maneuvers

  • 14 hours of street driving

  • 8 hours of proficiency development

 

Tests Students Must Pass:

  • General Knowledge Test

  • Air Brakes

  • Endorsements

  • Skills Test

Possible Endorsements:

  • Doubles

  • Tanks

  • Hazardous Material

  • Passenger

  • School Bus

 

Why GMC?

  • We will match any CDL school tuition and will give an addition 5% off to self-paid students

  • We have a successful CDL job placement rate.

  • We provide resume writing assistance for all students.

  • We offer bilingual instruction and flexible training schedules to all students.

  • We can assist students in obtaining a TWIC card.

 

What Do You Need To Sign Up?

  • Your Driver's License

  • Your Social Security Card

  • A Copy of Your Driving Abstract

 

Have questions? Or would like to schedule an interview?

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