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

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.