Class 1 Driver - Regional Runs
Company
New Way Trucking Ltd
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Job Description
Feel at home with New Way Trucking!
New Way Trucking is a multi-provincial transportation company operating throughout Canada and the United States. Our staff enjoys secure and consistent employment hauling freight for a number of the world’s most prominent Fortune 500 companies.
New Way Trucking has a new and well maintained fleet to serve our clients and convenience our employees.
We offer a competitive pay package with safety and performance incentives, benefits, vacation pay as well as a good home and work life balance.
If you are looking for a position with a well-established transportation company, with great growth potential here’s your chance to join our team!
We are currently in need of Experienced AZ/ Class 1 Drivers for our Calgary Location.
• Multiple Lanes/Routes Available for Single Drivers-:
• Calgary - Interior BC (Additional BC Premium)
• Calgary - Vancouver (Additional BC Premium)
• Calgary - Trail (Dedicated 3 Trips/Week)
• Calgary - Prince Rupert (Dedicated 1 Trip/Week)
• Calgary - Fort St. John (Dedicated 3 Trips/Week)
• Calgary - Prairies (AB, SK, MB)
You should be able to:
• Operate Class 1 Semi-Tractor-Trailer Combination
• Communicate effectively with Customers, Dispatch, Managers, and Safety
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date log books.
• Perform Inspections and Safety Checks.
Key Requirements:
• Valid Class 1 Driver's License
• No more than 2 Demerit Points on Commercial Abstract
• No Suspensions
• Clean Criminal Record
• Familiarity with Reefer/Dry Van Trailers
Feel at home with New Way Trucking!
New Way Trucking is a multi-provincial transportation company operating throughout Canada and the United States. Our staff enjoys secure and consistent employment hauling freight for a number of the world’s most prominent Fortune 500 companies.
New Way Trucking has a new and well maintained fleet to serve our clients and convenience our employees.
We offer a competitive pay package with safety and performance incentives, benefits, vacation pay as well as a good home and work life balance.
If you are looking for a position with a well-established transportation company, with great growth potential here’s your chance to join our team!
We are currently in need of Experienced AZ/ Class 1 Drivers for our Calgary Location.
• Multiple Lanes/Routes Available for Single Drivers-:
• Calgary - Interior BC (Additional BC Premium)
• Calgary - Vancouver (Additional BC Premium)
• Calgary - Trail (Dedicated 3 Trips/Week)
• Calgary - Prince Rupert (Dedicated 1 Trip/Week)
• Calgary - Fort St. John (Dedicated 3 Trips/Week)
• Calgary - Prairies (AB, SK, MB)
You should be able to:
• Operate Class 1 Semi-Tractor-Trailer Combination
• Communicate effectively with Customers, Dispatch, Managers, and Safety
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date log books.
• Perform Inspections and Safety Checks.
Key Requirements:
• Valid Class 1 Driver's License
• No more than 2 Demerit Points on Commercial Abstract
• No Suspensions
• Clean Criminal Record
• Familiarity with Reefer/Dry Van Trailers
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Driver Jobs
What is the federal minimum wage for interprovincial truck driver jobs in Canada as of 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the minimum wage for drivers in federally regulated sectors is $18.50 per hour effective January 1 2026. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the rate applies after 8 hours daily or 40 hours weekly under the Canada Labour Code. This rate covers interprovincial trucking operations across provinces.
How many hours can a commercial driver legally work per week in Canada before mandatory rest in 2026?
As per Transport Canada, commercial drivers may work a maximum of 70 hours in any 7 consecutive days under the Commercial Vehicle Drivers Hours of Service Regulations. Drivers must take 10 hours of off-duty time including 8 consecutive hours in a sleeper berth or rest facility. Electronic logging devices must record all cycles starting April 2026.
What Class of licence and medical certificate are required to apply for long-haul driver jobs in Canada?
As per provincial ministries of transportation, applicants need a valid Class 1 licence with air brake endorsement and a current medical certificate renewed every 5 years for drivers under age 65. A clean driving abstract from the last 3 years and completion of the mandatory entry-level training program are also required before hiring.
Which documents are needed to apply for a work permit as a foreign truck driver in Canada for 2026?
As per Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada, foreign drivers require a valid job offer from a Canadian employer, an LMIA or exemption proof, a valid Class 1 licence from their home country, and a medical exam completed within the last 12 months. Applications must be submitted online with proof of ties to the home country by December 2026 deadlines.
