Experience Level: Likely need experience before entering this sector
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Towing and Vehicle Recovery
Towing and recovery drivers are responsible for moving broken-down vehicles, recovering vehicles from ditches, and hauling vehicles away after collisions. Drivers in this sector operate specialized vehicles—tow trucks and heavy wreckers—anywhere they’re needed to keep highways open and ditches clear.
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Moving
The moving sector is responsible for transporting furniture and other items from one building to another, whether for residential or commercial customers. Drivers in this sector not only drive the trucks that transport furniture, but may also assist with loading and unloading cargo. These drivers plan out their loads to maximize space without damaging items.
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Manufacturing and Secondary Carriers
Many manufacturers—organizations that make a certain product—have their own fleets, so they can ship their products to customers themselves. “Secondary carriers” is a term used to describe organizations that have a fleet of commercial vehicle(s) but may not be manufacturers. Drivers in this sector operate equipment and perform tasks that are related to the specific…
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Long Haul
Long haul trucking is often what comes to mind when individuals think of careers in the trucking industry. As drivers who travel long distances, long haul driving is just one component of a driver’s job. A long haul driver may transport dangerous goods, general freight in a temperature-controlled trailer, refrigerated freight, or oversize loads on…
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Instructing
Instructors use their knowledge, experience, and good habits to train and mentor less-experienced drivers. They play a pivotal role in ensuring professional drivers have the skills needed to safely operate on our highways. They may work at a driving school, as a full-time instructor for a specific carrier, or as a driver who occasionally instructs.
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Heavy Haul and Oversize
“Heavy haul” is the hauling of unusually heavy loads, while “oversize” is the hauling of loads that are beyond regular vehicle dimensions. From moving heavy equipment, bringing specialized cargo to the oil and gas industry, and moving extremely long wind turbine blades, heavy haul and oversize load carriers ensure items of different sizes get where…
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Forestry
From managing harvesting, logging activities, operating mills, producing products, and managing access to logging areas, the forestry industry offers a variety of career opportunities for drivers and other labourers. Drivers in this sector have the option to drive a variety of truck and trailer configurations, both on the highway and off-road.
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Dangerous Goods
Dangerous goods drivers provide a vital service to a number of industries. Drivers in this sector operate a range of equipment, trucks, and trailers, which will vary depending on the type of product being hauled. These drivers generally enjoy steady work and good pay. Industry experience is typically required before drivers are able to haul…
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Cross Border
Cross border driving refers to any commercial truck driving position that involves entering the USA from Canada at a land crossing. The equipment that cross border drivers operate, specific tasks, and workload will vary widely based on the employer. These drivers must be at least 21 years old, compliant with the USA’s drug and alcohol…
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Car Hauling
Car haulers load, unload, and haul vehicles from various locations (such as dealerships), so they are available for purchase. They work throughout Alberta and beyond, using specialized equipment. A car hauling job may be local or include long-haul driving.