Company
Bison Transport
Location
Calgary, AB
Job type
Full-time
Posted
16 hours ago
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Job description
Location
Calgary, Alberta
Category
Company Driver
Job Type
Full time
Job Id
R7026
Bison Drivers are paid every week, on time! This position runs 5 days out with an average of 2,200 to 2,500 miles per week
• Depart Calgary on Monday and Wednesday at 1200
• Running on Highways 2 & 3; Calgary to Grand Forks, B.C. with stops in Cranbrook and Trail, B.C. and return to Calgary
• Regional work may be required on Friday
• Hours and days of work might change from time to time according to operational demands
• Freight and destinations might change depending on operational needs
• Additional work might be available upon request
• Changes will apply during road closures
• Average of 2,200 to 2,500 miles per week
• Earning a combination of miles and drops
Candidate Profile:
• Company Driver with tractor trailer experience
• Must have a valid Class 1/AZ license
• Must be able to drive HWY 2 and 3 in B.C. 12 months a year
• Must be able to lift 50 lb. or more
• Must have 6 months of B.C. Mountain experience
• CP Rail experience is preferred
• Reefer experience is preferred
• Must be able to lift 50 lb. or more
• Must be willing to haul all commodities including meat and alcohol
• Reliable, flexible, and punctual
• Strong communication skills
• Values Safety
Are you registered with the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse? Please register/log-in to the Clearinghouse website https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/Register and click Go to login.gov. Please follow the instructions provided.
What is Clearinghouse? https://www.clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/
Bison Transport is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Calgary, Alberta
Category
Company Driver
Job Type
Full time
Job Id
R7026
Bison Drivers are paid every week, on time! This position runs 5 days out with an average of 2,200 to 2,500 miles per week
• Depart Calgary on Monday and Wednesday at 1200
• Running on Highways 2 & 3; Calgary to Grand Forks, B.C. with stops in Cranbrook and Trail, B.C. and return to Calgary
• Regional work may be required on Friday
• Hours and days of work might change from time to time according to operational demands
• Freight and destinations might change depending on operational needs
• Additional work might be available upon request
• Changes will apply during road closures
• Average of 2,200 to 2,500 miles per week
• Earning a combination of miles and drops
Candidate Profile:
• Company Driver with tractor trailer experience
• Must have a valid Class 1/AZ license
• Must be able to drive HWY 2 and 3 in B.C. 12 months a year
• Must be able to lift 50 lb. or more
• Must have 6 months of B.C. Mountain experience
• CP Rail experience is preferred
• Reefer experience is preferred
• Must be able to lift 50 lb. or more
• Must be willing to haul all commodities including meat and alcohol
• Reliable, flexible, and punctual
• Strong communication skills
• Values Safety
Are you registered with the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse? Please register/log-in to the Clearinghouse website https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/Register and click Go to login.gov. Please follow the instructions provided.
What is Clearinghouse? https://www.clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/
Bison Transport is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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Quick answers about Driver Jobs in Canada
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What is the federal minimum wage for commercial truck drivers in Canada in 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, the federal minimum wage for federally regulated commercial truck drivers is $18.65 per hour effective January 1, 2026. This applies to interprovincial drivers and includes overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate after 8 hours per day. Provincially regulated drivers follow their province's rates, such as $17.20 per hour in Ontario.
Source: Government of Canada - Federal Labour Standards
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What is the typical hourly wage range for transport truck drivers in Canada in 2026?
According to Job Bank Canada, transport truck drivers (NOC 73300) earn low wages of $20.00 per hour, median $25.00 per hour, and high wages of $35.00 per hour as of 2026 data. Wages vary by province, with higher rates in Alberta at median $27.50 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $20.00 per hour after obtaining a Class 1 license.
Source: Job Bank Canada
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What work permit do foreign nationals need for driver jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, foreign drivers require a Temporary Foreign Worker Program work permit, which needs a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from ESDC costing $1,000 per position as of 2026. Processing time is 10-20 weeks for LMIA-exempt roles like intra-company transfers. Drivers must have a valid commercial license equivalent to Canadian Class 1.
Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
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What eligibility criteria and licenses are required for truck driver jobs in Canada?
Transport Canada requires a provincial Class 1 or AZ commercial driver's license, a clean driving abstract, and passing a vision test for truck drivers. Minimum age is 19 years with at least 1 year of relevant driving experience. Air brake endorsement (Z) is mandatory for vehicles over 11,000 kg GVWR.
Source: Transport Canada