Class 1 Truck Driver

Class 1 Truck Driver


Company
Ready Mile Trucking
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Class 1 Driver - Dedicated Container Driver

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Pay

$800 per round trip (2 round trips per week)

Additional $200 if there is a backhaul

Detention Pay

Breakdown Pay

Benefits and Bonuses

Eligible for MPG bonus, safety bonus and annual retention bonus.

NO PETS.

Rider policy available after 3 months.

Work and Route

Two round trips per week (expected) Calgary to Vancouver and back

Occasionally containers will be loaded at the JBS Plant in Brooks

Work days: Monday to Friday, occasional Saturdays

Requirements

Class 1 License

2 years of experience with Mountain driving

Valid Class 1 License with 1 year of 53' tractor trailer experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for truck driver jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, the minimum wage for driver jobs is CAD 17.25 per hour as of January 1 2026 in federally regulated sectors with overtime at 1.5 times after 40 hours weekly. Alberta sets CAD 15.00 per hour and Ontario sets CAD 17.20 per hour for the same role. Drivers must receive pay for all on-duty time including loading.
Q What work permit is required for international drivers applying to jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, international drivers need a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with a Labour Market Impact Assessment approved before starting. The permit must specify driving duties and is valid for up to three years. Applications require a job offer from a Canadian employer registered in 2026.
Q What license and experience are needed to qualify for driver jobs in Canada?
As per the Government of Canada, applicants need a valid Class 1 or Class AZ commercial driver's license plus a clean driving record for at least three years. Minimum experience is 24 months of verifiable tractor-trailer driving within the last five years. Medical exam certification must be renewed every five years.
Q What documents are required to apply for driver jobs in Canada?
As per the Government of Canada, applicants must submit a valid commercial driver's license, current medical certificate, criminal record check from the RCMP dated within 30 days, and proof of Canadian work authorization. A completed employment application with 10-year driving history is also mandatory.
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