A Guide to Your Class 1 Trucker's License (AZ License, Canada & U.S., CDL, Truck Driving School

[@OdinsSon22]

One thing I disagree on that you mentioned was about the manual trucks, learning how to drive a standard transmission is important, it’s safer, you have more control of your vehicle, the school I’m going to won’t let anyone pull a trailer until they are shifting properly. Canada has changed the laws so that if you do your road test with an automatic transmission you are restricted to only driving automatic. There are still plenty of standard transmission trucks on the road so you WILL be losing out on job opportunities… and to be honest it’s really not that hard to drive standard… you’re getting skilled trainers to teach you so go for it! There’s no reason for anyone to make a big deal out of having to learn on a standard transmission. If you’re paying these high prices for your license, get your money’s worth and learn everything you can, do NOT be restricted to only automatic.

[@triggaj4y]

that’s not true at all most businesses have automatics in Canada lol

[@JacobyNoctis]

I have wanted to be a truck driver my whole life. I was a carpenter at about 20 when I talked with a cement truck driver who had a class 3A license and I could believe he got paid to drive. I finally got into the industry and it is my favorite thing in the world. I operate Hydro'Vac truck and I love it.

[@west2401]

9:15 if you plan on doing flatbed, tanker, oil field, heavy haul, and oversized trucking work when you 1st get your CDL, it is NOT advised that you avoid schools that offer to train students to use a manual transmission. I Dunno how it works in Canada, but in the U.S. if you pass your CDL road test with an automatic you will have a restriction on your license thus legally you can't drive a manual. Where as if you pass your test with a manual you can legally drive stick + auto. Driving a manual will open more doors for you within the industry as some small or medium size company's want you to know how to drive stick or only have stick shift trucks for company drivers. A good school will take their time with students teaching them how to shift correctly and possibly have an in-class simulator training you on how to shift b4 you go out on the road. Also if you go to the "free" mega carrier schools they will only train you on an automatic. A professional driver will adapt to drive both transmissions. Yes, auto's are more present in newer truck's. And for most new drivers who plan on doing van/reefer for the rest of their career there is less of a need to drive manual. But don't think that new manual trucks will COMPLETLY stop being in production because some small carriers + owner ops still buy them. As a new driver you want to leave possibilities open for your trucking future and being taught at a school the right way how to drive a manual (and getting endorsements) is the way to do it.

[@690_5]

It's the same way in Canada. If you spent anything more than 10 hours with Autos in training, your Manual ticket would be invalid, I guess.

[@makobarod7229]

Am a truck driver how can I join to USA or Canada to become a professional driver

[@mikeziegler7008]

I became a trucker in the 70s... back when you could get away with "outlaw" activity that would enable you to actually earn a living. I was in the industry for 40 years. Even with all of the freedoms that I had during my career, I would give anything to go back and choose a different career path! I can't even begin to fathom the mindset that would lead someone to want to become a trucker in the modern era. If I could give each of you prospective truckers a single piece of advice it would be this...DON'T DO IT! And this coming from a man that had a pretty damn successful career.

[@690_5]

I'm 19, recently licensed and just got a job. I'm not in long haul but I still work 14 hour days for effectively no pay. I adore trucks, I love the feel of pulling 63.5 Tonnes. Trucking is both the best and worst thing that's happened to me. The only thing that keeps me going is the waves from my fellow truckers as well as the end of the day when I get to go to bed.

[@stilliraise9201]

Yeah right. I'm gonna take all your money. Then we will see how someone that think like a kid goes back and take a driving position

[@Datb2]

Are you serious 😢this is the only thing I’m willing to do

[@RM-cn6gd]

I'm sure that some schools are charging an arm and a leg to get your CDL. I got my CDL December 2021 and I didn't have to takeout a second mortgage on my house. I paid $3,800 US Dollars for a Class A course through an accredited community college. I was certified in a manual transmission truck which allows me to drive an automatic or a manual shift transmission. Was it a little more involved having to up shift and down shift...yes, but it's doable. If you have some experience with a manual transmission truck or car, I would recommend testing with a manual transmission semi truck. it certifies you to drive both automatic or manual transmission trucks. the instructors at the college went out of their way to help each student, out of four students, only one failed. classes are purposely kept small to focus on the students. They want as many to pass as possible, but just like not everyone is destined to be a Doctor or an Engineer, some people are not cut out to drive large trucks! it is what it is...

[@Ritarose-lv9zq]

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[@davidrizo6760]

I really appreciate your recomendations bro. You are the best.

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

We appreciate your feedback!

[@taras885]

I am US WA state local truck driver with one year and three months after the school. I've never been involved in trucking industry before. Found old school with good recommendations. It cost me little more than $6000. For local positions I recommend remove all restrictions from your DL. Recommend to go to school instead of sigh contract with company, because this is chain on your hands, no freedom. For local, you can get license for straight truck or bus. After pandemic bus driver get more by hour. First year was taught, I did everything what they wanted. After one year switch to other company from semi truck to straight with raise more than $4.

[@edward1313]

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[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Thanks for sharing Taras!

[@melaniesmith3080]

My husband is currently busy with his BC MELT [Mandatory Entry Level Training] course. It is a 150 hour course and cost about $ 16 000.

[@unknown_trucker5848]

Wow

[@edward1313]

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[@edward1313]

@Think Bright yes

[@bilalyassin293]

@Think Bright for me also

[@NikitaSafronov-y6i]

@@edward1313 sorry Sir. Is it happened that you know a chipper method to get 1 class licence? Thank you

[@ianlafferty8703]

Thanks for all this good information dude, you really helped me a lot. Blessings form the universe to you and to your family ♥️

[@Finnmitten]

CFTR Schools in Quebec 132$ for 6 months classes. Includes the licence for Manual transmission. Some insurances companies in Québec will consider this class to be worth 2 years of experience, but only CFTR Schools. (Helped me alot) Can start as early as 17 years old.

[@TRUCKER0204]

Is there a CFTR here in Montreal? I don't have class 1 yet here in Montreal. I use only International Driving License but my trips are only inside Montreal.

[@Finnmitten]

@@TRUCKER0204 there is in Montreal, Laval, Mirabel, Vaudreuil, Boucherville and many other places further away.

[@B1enCANADA]

I'm ready to take the knowledge test x class 1 any guide you recomend?

[@DarkVader579]

Do you know perhaps whether some Canadian trucking companies hire foreign truck drivers with experience, like me from South Africa, and then sponsor the licensing and training fees once they arrive in Canada? Based on my research, ive seen that the companies do take on foreign drivers with international licenses, but its not clear to me whether its normal practice for them to cover the licensing and training fees. I am trying to research fees and procedures as I have no idea where to start or who to ask for advice.

[@claudem.p.7969]

Excellent video. Price is the same in Quebec

[@stevekennedy2337]

Great video lots of good info. Do you have a video on getting a dz in Ontario? Thanks.

[@triggaj4y]

@@stevekennedy2337 I’m in the middle of getting a dz license in Ontario, the school I went with cost me $7000 it’s pretty disorganized. I’m on day six of eight. They scheduled my classes so far apart, but by the time One comes up I forgot what I’m supposed to be doing

[@vijayakishore9942]

Most awaited video brother.👍👍👍

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

We hope it was worth the wait!!

[@trickyhickey69]

I was paying very close attention to every single word you said until the nine minute mark, if you’re afraid of a manual transmission, you probably shouldn’t be behind the wheel of a big check. If a driver can’t handle a clutch and a stick shift, I don’t think they should be hauling big weights Still giving this video a thumbs up 👍

[@eugeneklemenz]

It's only stressful if make it that way it's always best to learn how to drive a manual that way you are not limited to just driving an automated truck

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Great comment, if you able to learn to drive both it's a huge asset to have in your trucking career!

[@danielhoulihan1743]

Great Content and brilliant advice as usual

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Thanks for the positive feedback!

[@gtaengineer779]

Hey Ronen, Can you make a video about the lease program you have at ET TRANSPORT? also give us more details about the requirements to lease into ET. THX

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

We can look into creating a more detailed video on the Lease Program at ET!

[@gtaengineer779]

Perfect! if I like that 👌✌️

[@RCRCustoms]

24 years ago it cost me $4000-$5000 for a 6 week coarse and I believe it was around $9000 for my oldest son 2 years ago. We both did it in Sudbury Ontario.

[@edward1313]

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[@FernandoFlores-vr7ze]

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[@bilalyassin293]

@@edward1313 hey can u share with me

[@jordanmercier3616]

Hey man, I'm in north bay, just comparing schools right now, any advice?

[@RCRCustoms]

@@jordanmercier3616 don’t let anyone talk you into getting a restricted license. Learn to operate with a manual truck not an automatic. We turned down 3 drivers the last time we were hiring because they couldn’t drive an 18 speed, only an automatic.

[@endymion2300]

160hr cdl schools run between $2500 and $5000 on the west coast. i've seen as low as $1500 and as high as $12000 mentioned for other parts of the u.s.

[@edward1313]

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[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Good to know, thanks for sharing!

[@daniellowasa3837]

Here in Kenya is bit more different the driving schools will teach you on an old manual trucks and the terrain here in Kenya is more of hilly,mountainous and the flat roads are at 20%. So yo will need a manual truck and even if the truck is auto but manually chifted with no clutch pedal because of sloppy roads you wanna hold your truck with lower gears slowly down without to much of the brake pedal and more of ENGINE AIR BRAKE we call it here freno.

[@stephenmwangi5332]

Wewee tunakuona

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Interesting, thanks for sharing Daniel. How long have you been driving in Kenya? What kind of trucks have you driven?

[@stephenmwangi5332]

@@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News here we drive mercedebenz actros scania and volvo 10yrs driving experience

[@daniellowasa3837]

@@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News sory about the delay i am not always on internet but in Kenya we have Mercedes,Volvo, man, mark, and some of the Chinese trucks. In terms of experience i have more than 10 years of truck driving experience.

[@daniellowasa3837]

@@stephenmwangi5332 muthee huko wapi?

[@akindelogistics1991]

Ronen you are doing great as always, your videos are so much beneficial and informative. Kudos

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@andersonsotomayor1364]

I am studying for my CDL and it seems like you guys are cool how much would I average a week I’m hungry I’m a go gather i’m just looking for a change in my life financially for my family

[@arvvsqz7037]

Hi Ronen, Thank you so much for your videos. They are extremely informative. I’m a finance guy and would like a change in career and will transition into truck driving. I love to drive. So I would like your advice as to which truck driving schools should I shortlist so I can narrow down my options. I would really appreciate if you can help me and others that would be interested. Thanks, Arvin

[@royunkle7347]

The hardest things is to find a job after you get that class 1...that's the biggest stress.

[@ranjrenas3172]

Thank you for all advice ❤

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Thanks for watching!

[@leeworsdell1410]

Iam hearing rumors from some drivers that there are some places for 1000-2000 will get you your az. My son has run into a few of talking about this. He is 25 and just on his 5th year driving flatbed. This troubles him when he hears that the way some guys are getting a license. They seem to be coming out of Toronto. And he says you can tell the way they drive

[@williamwilliams4559]

Ronen i been thinking about getting back into driving class 1 but i have not been behind the wheel for over 20 year i did keep my license up to date any advice would be great.

[@trucker1015]

Do the schools still do the skid course? When I did mine back in 1998 I did a skid course were they teach you what to do if you go into a jackknife. Also taught you how to safely do emergency maneuvers.

[@ct8756]

I'm currently taking a 6 week coarse at transport training centre's of canada (ttcc) I finished the class part of it today and start the in truck training part Monday. When I pass my road test they there's have a 1 full day class of skid school where they teach you about jackknifing and all that fun stuff, they have videos of it on there website it looks intense lol Apparently there the only ones in ontario that do it so they say.

[@jordanmercier3616]

@@ct8756 hey, how'd ttcc work out for you? I can't decide between 5th wheel institute or ttcc.

[@ct8756]

I paid $8500 out of pocket and failed twice because of backing, I passed now but had to for more training at another school because ttcc wanted to charge me $200 / hour for extra lessons, I was pissed lol no discount no nothing eh. So there ok training was ok when it came to teaching the backing I thought it was bad. I went to cam scott afterwhere they charged me less then half the price hourly of ttcc and passed with them the instructor there was much better. I don't think they are worth $8500 if I were to choose again I'd go somewhere else, unless you're being government funded then go for it because they got the heavy equipment training there as well. Depends where you live , I went to the oshawa campus.

[@jordanmercier3616]

@@ct8756 thanks man, yeah, I guess it's different at different campuses. I'm in north bay. I appreciate the info though

[@ct8756]

@jordanmercier3616 no problem man , good luck.

[@matthewlangille5382]

In Saskatchewan it cost 12,000$ plus tax for the MELT program it’s ridiculous

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

That's definitely up there, wow! Thanks for sharing.

[@matthewlangille5382]

@@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News yes it is kinda kicking myself for not going when I had the money before they raised the price from 5k too 12k

[@patrickproutt8487]

@ET Transport Here on Vancouver island BC it's $15,725 plus other icbc fee's so now I have to magically find a way to save around $18k so I can get my Licence.

[@matthewlangille5382]

@@patrickproutt8487 wow 18k that’s ridiculous

[@beautifulsky3370]

Do you have to be going to school when you have experience with driving truck

[@2isaac31]

I became a truck driver last year. I paid 3000 for my CDL school in the US. However I don’t know if the cost for school has gone up since they are now requiring us to go to CDL school as opposed to before where you did not have to attend school but were able to get your class a license as long as you had a truck and trailer to use for your exam.

[@JodeSafad]

By God grace I believe I will walk with you guys don't forget sir full time job

[@LuisSanchez-yk6im]

In the USA truck driving school is $5,738.00 and it's takes 5 weeks to get your cdl A

[@aneeshsasi5589]

Can I use Ontario AZ class lisence in Saskatchwan

[@stilliraise9201]

Saying hi from Illinois. Wondering if ET is hiring up there in Canada

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Hello! Check out our website for current career opportunities at ET: www.ettransport.ca/careers/

[@stilliraise9201]

@@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News do I have to have my own truck?

[@triggaj4y]

I only got eight sessions. They only give me 24 hours in total. It’s pretty disorganized. It takes so long in between classes. I forgot what they taught me. lol

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Yikes....

[@triggaj4y]

@@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News my schooling was supposed to be done on 16 August. I’m still in it. lol that’s how badly organized they are. The instructors are fine. It’s just the people in the office.

[@AliAli-fy7zo]

Sir, I have seen your video for the first time and there is a lot of truth in your words and you also have a lot of training, but I am not a driver, but want to become a driver. Currently, I am in Dubai so what should I do? Should I first get a license from Dubai or Canada?

[@vladsalonzo]

Hey charge 15.400 at Valley driving school in BC

[@zaltify1078]

10,500 in New Brunswick Canada

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Hempfuelgroup]

🤠Keep On Truckin✌️

[@manuelnavarro2240]

Nice Info Ronen

[@chinonsonwachukwu5856]

I am a truck driver in Nigeria can I be one in Canada or USA

[@JodeSafad]

I have a Nigeria driver's licence commercial of course

[@brook7858]

It’s illegal in Manitoba and probably most provinces to be allowed to train with an automatic truck. You have to learn on manual

[@scoam5406]

Learn how to drive manual, in Canada if you test in automatic you are restricted to just automatic trucks. If you’re young I don’t see any reason why you shouldn’t learn in manual, it’s super fun and there still is alot of good paying company’s that only have manual transmission.

[@jeremynewhouse6530]

Federal law requires you to go to school in the US if you didn’t have a permit before February 07 2022

[@yukongoatslayer7383]

I think that is some really poor advice telling people to avoid manual transmission training.

[@saintjohn7641]

I want to and roll as track diver How can I be of help

[@jazzbluechally4694]

In BC it cost me 15,400 for the melt program and ICBC first requires you pass an airbrake/class 1 knowledge test. My school trained me on manual transmissions and honestly I enjoy it more after working for a carrier now with all autos.

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

That's great to hear! More experience under your belt. $15k for the MELT program is definitely pricey, but sounds like it was worth it for you!

[@tolgacos3195]

Which School bro?

[@claytonchaos578]

@@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News that’s the average price from good schools in Lower Mainland BC (Van, Surrey, Abby, Chilliwack)

[@AliAli-fy7zo]

It is very difficult to get a truck license in Dubai because it requires a lot of money. Meaning the license is very expensive...

[@ChristopherMuoneke-bl8nm]

How do I apply from Nigeria

[@Mudam111]

Much informative

[@michaela.5363]

I think if you drive an automatic truck then your license will be of the restricted class

[@cool_banker]

I am having az from ontario province.. is it accepted in all other provinces of Canada.

[@dorkus134]

How does someone looking to move to Canda with a US class A cdl get a canadian class 1?. I have 3 yrs of comeercial experience and can drive both auto and standard

[@jetniputhanjan6641]

Question I really want to be a truck driver but I didn’t finish high school does it matter?

[@JodeSafad]

I need a full time job as long truck driver mother 10 years experience since 2009

[@Binvin79]

Hi bro, from India,if I came tourist visa, can I take truck driver license?

[@elmosstaphasabir1312]

I am interested working in Canada but I am from Morocco how can came here

[@waqaswarraich3356]

How to get a job as new class 1, most jobs require 1 year experience

[@ActiveRideShop100]

Question. I have 4 years experience now. Is my CDL Class A valid in Canada? Or would I have to do everything all over like have 2 licenses. How does that work

[@vladsalonzo]

No. You can't change it one for one, its like you don't have one at all. So yes definitely you will have to go through the whole license to aquire it. Witch is BS

[@AziatorSolomon]

Hi Please can I apply for admission in the truck school as a foreign student from Ghana

[@williamchristensen6481]

it cost me just a little over $600.00 us to get my Class A license. I went to a community college though. The most expensive I've seen in the States was $4500

[@edward1313]

I have something big for you.

[@JodeSafad]

Good evening sir

[@JodeSafad]

I want to work sir

[@mohammdoumbiydzenyuy2024]

I'm interested has a truck driver I'm for Cameroon

[@vijayakishore9942]

If the aspirant is an Indian, what is the procedure for applying to these schools???

[@SadWatermelon]

You’re pretty much dead if the brakes fail

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

That is very true...

[@KahuvaImmanuel-ql6dt]

Good morning I am a truck driver from Namibia Africa Immanuel kahuva Mike i need a job in Canada

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

I apologize, however, we don't get involved with the process of recruiting drivers who do not have status in the US or Canada.

[@Alex-zx7gh]

My biggest mistake ever i made. getting truck licence. funny thing is nobody hire new drivers in this universe including your company too

[@paulfu4503]

Not true, if you're in the GTA and are looking for a az job send me your phone number and I'll help you out

[@Alex-zx7gh]

@@paulfu4503 will much appreciate for your help

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

ET has hired new drivers! Our fleet isn't as big as the mega carriers, so we aren't able to hire to many new drivers unfortunately.

[@Alex-zx7gh]

@@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News that's okay. No problem

[@JodeSafad]

Don't wait to put me Andy training centre

[@ansarullah1576]

Class 1 driver from Bangladesh 10 year Experience I'm interested job

[@karinakimberly3269]

I need a cdl drivers license for AZ anyone on here to help?

[@barryharlen9673]

I can produce for you a registered AZ Cdl that will fully scannable at all Checkpoints in 4 days

[@harrylyst8721]

@@barryharlen9673 Can a get a scannable driver's license for CA?

[@karinakimberly3269]

@@barryharlen9673 great! How do we get started?

[@gokulgk108]

Hi there. Kindly support me low cost and good school for CDL. I am in Indian citizen so need how to enter Canada to learn truck driving. Need contacts

[@JodeSafad]

Question number four

[@thekeegan985]

You Need melt across canada

[@JodeSafad]

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[@JodeSafad]

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[@JodeSafad]

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[@TSARMOTAF]

In Manitoba you have NO CHOICE but to take your test in a MANUAL truck. I am thinking of leaving this province BECAUSE of this stupid rule.

[@jamesalton1903]

It’s worth learning and it’s safer. If I was in Manitoba I’d take a manual.

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Interesting, thank you for sharing. Did you just finish your driver training in Manitoba?

[@itsumonihon]

come on now, driving stick is not that bad and manitoba is the easiest place ever to learn it...there's nothing but flat land from horizon to horizon. i get that automatic is convenient but surely you could put up with it just to do the test and give yourself options in the future..! and if you ever buy your own truck, you better think long and hard about whether an automatic is a smart choice. i am not a trucker but i do manage parts of a trucking outfit and the autos have been very frustrating on the entire fleet which is made of mostly low mileage leased freightliners. aside from the emissions problems (incessant) the transmissions fail to some degree every few months on almost all the trucks.

[@TSARMOTAF]

@@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News I didn't finish my driver's training here b/c i am finding so few places that have manual trucks. I have plenty of trucker friends but they are all in automatics. So you are training on a manual just to go and work for a carrier who has nothing but automatics. I am frustrated and don't know what to do.

[@JodeSafad]

I know how to speak good English

[@nashdest]

I'm a all Canadian truck driver. Thanks for destroying a good carr career

[@JodeSafad]

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