Cargo truck driver track (pre-military course)מסלול נהג משא קד"צ
What the Cargo truck driver track (pre-military course) role asks for, and what it holds
A pre-military course in which participants earn a cargo driving licence fully funded by the IDF and then serve as drivers in IDF units.
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The role asks for a medical profile of 45 and up.
The medical profile runs from 21 to 97.
- Kind of role
- Combat support
- Branch
- Logistics
- Open to
- Men and women
- Medical profile
- 45 and up
- Try-out
- Not needed
This is what the work of the role holds.
Graduates of the course serve as drivers in IDF brigades and units, in operational or regular driving roles. The track suits mainly people who like the field and outdoor activity and want a trade in demand in civilian life.
Participants receive a grant of up to 2,500 depending on passing the test. Operational drivers receive an operational driver certificate equal to a combat certificate, a meal allowance for lunches at convenience stores, and free public transport without uniform.
This is how the training for the role runs.
After acceptance to the Yaad track, participants complete a theory stage and a practical stage. After passing the theory test they receive a draft order, then complete basic training at level 02 and certification.
This is what service in the role looks like.
Drivers serve in all IDF units, including frontline units and special units.
The role also asks for a few more things.
- The track is open to both men and women.
After the role, the IDF's page names these paths.
- Soldiers can earn further licences at the army's expense, such as a heavy cargo licence, an ambulance licence, and others.
- Soldiers are entitled to a month of work as a driver at large civilian companies for a civilian salary, and these work days count as days of military service.
- Suitable soldiers can advance to logistics officer, or continue in career service as a vehicle officer or driving instructor.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Cargo truck driver track (pre-military course) role ask for?
The role asks for a medical profile of 45 and up.
Who can serve as Cargo truck driver track (pre-military course)?
The role is open to men and women.
Is there a try-out for Cargo truck driver track (pre-military course)?
The IDF names no try-out for the role.
What does the training for Cargo truck driver track (pre-military course) hold?
After acceptance to the Yaad track, participants complete a theory stage and a practical stage. After passing the theory test they receive a draft order, then complete basic training at level 02 and certification.
This page was written from the IDF's pages for future soldiers, read on 6 November 2026.
- The role's page on the IDF's site: Cargo truck driver track (pre-military course)
The requirements and screenings change from time to time, and the IDF's page for each role is the one that counts.