Career fit quiz

Is Truck Driver the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the truck driver career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the truck driver job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I like working independently
Statement 2 of 8I enjoy driving and don’t mind long hours on the road
Statement 3 of 8I want to start earning within a couple of months
Statement 4 of 8I can stay focused and alert for long periods
Statement 5 of 8I have a clean driving record
Statement 6 of 8Time away from home is manageable for me
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about 3–7 weeks training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $58,640 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers transport goods between distribution centers, businesses and customers, inspecting their vehicles, following federal safety rules and delivering freight on time.

  • Inspect trucks and trailers before and after trips
  • Plan routes considering weight, height, traffic and weather
  • Drive safely while following traffic laws and federal regulations
  • Record hours of service with an electronic logging device (ELD)
  • Secure cargo and verify loads against shipping documents

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