Truck Driver

Heavy Truck or Tractor Trailer

Description:

Drivers of heavy trucks or tractor trailers may operate vehicles with a Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) of over 26,000 pounds by obtaining the appropriate Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Licensing Authority:

New York State Department of Motor Vehicles
Motor Carrier Safety/CDL Policy
6 Empire State Plaza
Swan Street Building, Room 331
Albany, New York 12228

Standard Occupational Classification:

53-3032 - Truck Drivers, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer
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Additional Information:

New York State Driver's Manual, Commercial Driver's Manual, Vehicle and Traffic Law, Regulations of the New York State Commissioner of Motor Vehicles.

Authorizing Statute - Article 19 of the Vehicle and Traffic Law.

Disclaimer:

Fees stated and other information contained in this report are subject to change. Please contact the licensing authority listed above for the most current information.

This page was last updated on 03/29/21.