Physical Requirements: Less Physically Demanding
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Refrigerated (Reefer)
Professional refrigerated truck drivers safely and efficiently ship products produced by the agricultural sector. They also import products from other parts of the continent and haul cargo that has specific temperature requirements. Working on tight timelines, refrigerated truck drivers operate straight trucks and tractor trailers both locally and over long-haul distances.
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Mining and Mining Support
Mining refers to the extraction of minerals and specific substances from the environment. Professional drivers in this sector may work directly in mine sites or for employers who provide mining support services, like road building and hauling mining equipment and fuel. Drivers who work in mine sites themselves may operate a variety of heavy equipment…
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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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Local Delivery
Local delivery drivers operate many different vehicles to get products to their final destinations. Any type of freight, whether bulk liquids in tankers or individually packaged food items, can be transported through local driving jobs. Drivers in this sector generally report to a terminal or warehouse where they pick up a loaded trailer (or load…
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Intermodal
Intermodal truck drivers haul shipping containers (known as intermodal containers). They’re responsible for picking up freight and delivering it to its final destination or its next mode of transportation. Drivers in this sector work in sea or rail ports and pull a trailer called a container chassis, which can be quickly loaded and unloaded by…
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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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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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Busing, Transit
Transit bus operators form the backbone of the urban transit systems in cities across the province. Drivers in this sector navigate the urban streets on specific schedules to get commuters where they need to go, working to reduce traffic congestion and improve a city’s carbon footprint.