Truck Drivers

(NOC 7411)
+15.67%
 

What do Truck Drivers do?

Truck drivers operate heavy trucks to transport goods and materials over urban, interurban, provincial and international routes.

How to become: Truck Drivers

You usually need a high school diploma.

You usually receive on-the-job training.

You must have a Class "D" licence to drive straight trucks.

You need a Class "A" license to drive articulated trucks.

Drivers who operate vehicles equipped with air brakes must have air brake endorsements.

You need Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification to transport hazardous products or dangerous goods.

With experience or additional training, you may move up the ranks to become a supervisor, driver trainer, safety officer or truck dispatcher.

Many recent entrants have a high school diploma, and almost 1in 4 have a trade/vocational certificate or community college diploma.

Where to study for a career as: Truck Drivers

Modified on October 23, 2024

How much do Truck Drivers make?

Low:
$33,280
Average:
$47,840
High:
$68,806

Job openings for Truck Drivers

Job Seekers:
96,500
Job Openings:
120,000