TRAINING Courses
CLASS 1
You need a Class 1 commercial license to drive semi-trailer trucks and allows you to operate all other class 1-5 motor vehicles or combination of vehicles
We have the option to train on an automatic or manual transmission. However if you test on an automatic transmission, ICBC will place a restriction on your license to drive automatics only.
Western Canada has some of the steepest, longest, and most snow-covered mountain passes in North America. In our advanced courses we take students through the passes and teach proper techniques for steep grades, long hills and rough weather. With these courses we train commercial drivers to be able to operate tractor trailer units in real-life settings, preparing them to make the most of their careers, while also providing safe and skilled professionals for transport companies, who are in high demand.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be 19 years or older
- Must have a valid Class 5 or 6 BC drivers license or equivalent out of province license
- Two years of non-learner driving experience
- Must have a valid class 1 BC learners learners license
- View ICBC’s Official Requirements Document
STUDYING
CLASS 1 COURSES
Class 1
BASIC- 16 hour ICBC certified airbrake course
- 30 hours of 1-on-1 training with instructor, including pretrip & onroad training
- 4 hours of road test day including 2 hours warm up before road test
Class 1
Advanced- 16 hour ICBC certified airbrake course
- 30 hours of 1-on-1 training with instructor, including pretrip & onroad training
- 36 hours of mountain driving experience
- 4 hours of road test day including 2 hours warm up before road test
Class 1
Road Test
$1,000
For those who need to re-test or have had previous training
6 hours of one on one training and use of vehicle for road test.
Class 1
Individual Lessons
$115/h
Minimum 3 hours. Individual lessons tailored to whatever area of driving you are trying to improve.
Custom Packages are also available on request
Mountain Driving Training
$4500
Need to brush up on your mountain driving or wanting to take on more long haul? This is a great package for you.
+ 6 hours of 1-on-1 training with instructor, including pretrip & onroad training
+ 36 hours of mountain driving experience including interaction with shippers and receivers, CVSE, hours of service practical skills
Custom packages are also available as requested. GST and ICBC fees are not included in our rates. We accept payment via Mastercard, Visa, cheque and cash.
Class 1
CLASS 3
You need a Class 3 commercial license:
- To drive drive trucks with more than two axles, such as dump trucks and large tow trucks
- To drive a vehicle towing a vehicle of any weight
- To drive a mobile truck crane
A class 3 commercial license also allows you to drive any vehicle in Class 5
We have the option to train on an automatic or manual transmission. However if you test on an automatic transmission, ICBC will place a restriction on your license to drive automatics only.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must have a valid Class 5 or 6 BC drivers license or equivalent out of province license
- Two years of non-learner driving experience
- Must have a valid class 3 BC learners license
- View ICBC’s Official Requirements Document
STUDYING
CLASS 3 COURSES
Class 3
AUTOMATIC- 16 hour ICBC certified airbrake course
- 12 hours of 1-on-1 training with instructor, including pretrip & onroad training
- 4 hours of road test day including 2 hours warm up before road test
Class 3
MANUAL- 16 hour ICBC certified airbrake course
- 18 hours of 1-on-1 training with instructor, including pretrip & onroad training
- 4 hours of road test day including 2 hours warm up before road test
Class 3
ROAD TEST- For those who need to re-test or have had previous training
- 3 hours of 1-on-1 training with instructor, including pretrip & onroad training
- 4 hours of road test day including 2 hours warm up before road test
Class 3
Individual Lessons
$100/h
Minimum 3 hours. Individual lessons tailored to whatever area of driving you are trying to improve.
Custom packages are also available as requested. GST and ICBC fees are not included in our rates. We accept payment via Mastercard, Visa, cheque and cash.
We support our First Responders by offering $90/h for all training.
Class 3
AIRBRAKE
Air brake Endorsement is required for all vehicles equipped with air brakes.
STUDYING
- Read chapters 9 & 10 of the ICBC Driving Commercial Vehicles Booklet.
COURSE
- 16 Hours in Classroom
REFRESHER
We offer refresher classes for those who currently have a class 1 or class 3 but may have been out of the industry for a period of time and would like a refresher.
HOURLY RATES
- CLASS 1 – $115/hr (3hr minimum)
- CLASS 3 – $100/hr (3hr minimum)
Custom packages are also available as requested. GST and ICBC fees are not included in our rates. We accept payment via Mastercard, Visa, cheque and cash.