truck driver, heavy truck

truck driver, heavy truck

Edmonton, Canada

Company
PARK BRICK & BLOCK LTD.
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Job Bank

Job Description
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Work setting: Remote location. Various locations. Tasks: Drive lighter, special purpose trucks. Load and unload goods. Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials. Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment. Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle. Receive and relay information to central dispatch. Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption. Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks). Driver's License (Class 1 or A). Forklift Operator Certification. Type of trucking and equipment: Dump truck. Flatbed. Tractor-trailer B train. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Are you available for shift or on-call work?. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Do you live near the job location?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?. Employment terms options: Early morning. Morning. Experience: 5 years or more. Employment terms options: Day.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs in Canada

Q What is the hourly wage range for heavy truck drivers in Canada in 2026?
As per Government of Canada's Job Bank, the low hourly wage for heavy truck drivers (NOC 73300) is $18.65, median $26.44, and high $41.35 as of May 2023 data projected stable into 2026. Annual median earnings are $52,691. Entry-level drivers start at low end after obtaining Class 1 license.
Q What work permit do international applicants need for truck driver jobs in Canada?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, foreign truck drivers require a work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), processing time 10-24 weeks. Fee is $155 CAD per permit as of 2026. Intra-company transfers may exempt LMIA for skilled drivers.
Q What are the minimum eligibility requirements for heavy truck driver jobs in Canada?
As per Government of Canada's Job Bank, heavy truck drivers need a Class 1/AZ commercial driver's license, high school diploma or equivalent, and at least 1 year of driving experience. Air brake endorsement (Z) is mandatory for most roles, plus clean driver's abstract. No university degree required.
Q What documents are required to apply for truck driver jobs in Canada?
As per Government of Canada's Job Bank, required documents include a valid Class 1/AZ driver's license, 3-year commercial driver's abstract, CVOR abstract for Ontario or equivalent, and pre-employment medical exam certificate. Resume highlighting 1+ years experience and FAST card for US cross-border. Submit via employer portals or Job Bank postings.
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