The first step to getting your CDL license in Hawaii is obtaining a commercial driving permit. To get a CDL permit the applicant must be 21 years old, and they must use the permit with a licensed truck driver over 21. Its important to study the Hawaii CDL Driver Manual.
The requirements for a Hawaii CDL permit are as follows:
- hold a valid HI drivers license
- verify social security number
- pass clean driving record checks
- Have passed a DOT medical exam within the past two years
- Pass the CDL permit written test (80% or better)
Licensing
After getting a permit the driver is able to take a licensing test when they are ready. In Hawaii these exams are given by the state DMV.
The test has three main parts
- Inspecting the vehicle pre-trip
- Basic skills and knowledge
- Road skills test
After passing the test portion on the CDL test you can now apply for your CDL license. You will need to go to a full service drivers license office and bring the following:
- Photo ID
- Social security card
- DOT medical certificate
- Passing grades (over 80%) on all written test, and proof of such
- Proof of passing the CDL driver test
- Hawaii drivers license and CDL permit, both of which will be relinquished
Costs
- CDL permit $30
- CDL License $50