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Truck Driver

Truck driving means long hours on the road, but the freedom to focus on the drive, the ever-changing scenery, and managing my own schedule make it a rewarding and adventurous career.

Truck Driver

Career Overview

  1. 1

    I transport livestock, crops, feed, equipment, and other goods between farms, processing facilities, and markets to keep agriculture moving.

  2. 2

    I carefully clean and maintain my truck and trailer to protect animal health and ensure everything I haul arrives safely.

  3. 3

    I build strong relationships with customers in the agriculture industry so they trust me with their future trucking needs.

Potential Salary Range

$36,000 - $70,000 / Annually

Available Provinces

British Columbia British Columbia
Alberta Alberta
Manitoba Manitoba
New Brunswick New Brunswick
Newfoundland & Labrador Newfoundland & Labrador
Northwest Territories Northwest Territories
Nova Scotia Nova Scotia
Nunavut Nunavut
Ontario Ontario
Quebec Quebec
Prince Edward Island Prince Edward Island
Saskatchewan Saskatchewan
Yukon Territories Yukon Territories

Workplace Details

Indoor
Outdoor

Job Requirements & Duties

  • Transport livestock, crops, feed, and equipment between farms, processing facilities, and markets
  • Clean, inspect, and maintain the truck and trailer to ensure safe and reliable operation
  • Maintain accurate records of mileage, fuel use, and expenses
  • Coordinate with customers to schedule pickups and deliveries
  • Monitor animal health and safety, ensuring humane handling and transport practices
  • Safely load and unload livestock and other agricultural goods

Education & Training

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is usually required to become a truck driver in the agriculture industry. Drivers must also have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to operate heavy trucks safely and legally. Depending on the employer, additional training may be needed for handling livestock or transporting specialized agricultural products.

Important Skills

Money Management

I manage my money carefully because many truck drivers are self-employed, and strong financial skills are key to running a successful trucking business.

Interpersonal

I build strong relationships with customers across the agriculture industry. Trust and good communication help me secure repeat jobs and keep the supply chain moving.

Planning

I plan routes and schedules to ensure timely deliveries and efficient use of my time on the road.

Organizational

I stay organized by tracking mileage, paperwork, maintenance, and driving hours to keep everything running smoothly.