What is a commercial driver?

A commercial driver is a driver licensed to operate vehicles classified as commercial vehicles. This typically refers to tractor-trailers and large passenger buses. In this career, you are responsible for hauling large quantities of people or goods between two locations. The trip may be a drive across town or across the country. The large size of the commercial vehicles means you need a special set of skills to operate them safely. Your job duties as a commercial driver include ensuring the proper loading of your vehicles, delivering people and goods to the correct destination, and making sure the vehicle is in proper working condition.