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Create ResumeIf you’re applying for a Class 1 or AZ truck driver job in Canada, your resume must clearly prove three things within seconds: you’re licensed, you’re safe, and you’re reliable. Employers scan for your licence class, air brake endorsement, driving record, and real-world experience with Canadian regulations. This guide shows exactly how to structure your resume, what to include, and how to position yourself to get hired fast—even with no experience.
Canadian trucking employers don’t read resumes casually—they scan for compliance and risk. If your resume doesn’t show you meet regulatory and safety standards, it gets rejected.
Valid Class 1 licence or AZ licence (Ontario)
Air brake endorsement (Z endorsement in Ontario)
Clean driver abstract (and CVOR abstract if applicable)
Knowledge of Canadian Hours of Service (HOS)
Experience with ELD/logbooks
Ability to complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections
To pass ATS systems and recruiter scans, your resume must be simple, structured, and compliance-focused.
Contact Information
Professional Summary
Licences & Certifications
Core Skills
Work Experience
Education / Training
1–2 pages max
Your summary must immediately confirm you're job-ready.
Class 1 licensed truck driver with air brake endorsement and MELT certification. Experienced in long-haul and regional routes with strong knowledge of Canadian HOS regulations, ELD compliance, and winter driving conditions. Proven record of safe, on-time deliveries and effective communication with dispatch and customers.
Mentions licence and compliance immediately
Highlights safety and reliability
Uses keywords employers scan for
Familiarity with Canadian transport regulations
Equipment experience (dry van, reefer, flatbed, tanker, LCVs)
Proven safe driving record
Experience in winter and long-haul conditions
Strong on-time delivery performance
Clear communication with dispatch and customers
Certifications like WHMIS, TDG, MELT
No photo required
Use clear headings and bullet points
Focus on licence, safety, and driving experience first
Truck Driver – ABC Transport, Alberta
2022 – Present
Operated Class 1 tractor-trailers across regional and long-haul routes in compliance with Canadian transport regulations
Completed pre-trip inspections, ELD entries, and delivery paperwork accurately
Maintained safe driving performance in winter, highway, and urban environments
Communicated with dispatch and customers to ensure on-time delivery
AZ Driver – Ontario Freight Lines
2021 – Present
Drove AZ combination vehicles for local and regional deliveries across Ontario
Maintained CVOR compliance and clean driver abstract
Operated dry van and refrigerated trailers
Followed trip inspections, load securement, and documentation procedures
Long Haul Driver – National Logistics Inc.
2020 – Present
Transported freight across interprovincial and cross-border routes
Managed trip planning, fuel stops, and border documentation
Maintained accurate ELD logs and delivery records
Ensured compliance with HOS and safety regulations
Employers don’t want generic job descriptions—they want proof of safe, compliant driving.
Equipment used
Route type (local, regional, long haul)
Compliance with regulations
Safety performance
Delivery reliability
Your skills section should reflect real trucking requirements—not generic soft skills.
Tractor-trailer operation
Class 1 / AZ driving
Air brake systems
Pre-trip inspections
ELD/logbook compliance
Load securement
WHMIS awareness
Winter driving
Cross-border documentation
Freight handling
Dependability
Time management
Attention to detail
Communication
Customer service
Safety-first mindset
Use these as a baseline—but tailor them to your experience.
Operate tractor-trailers safely across assigned routes
Perform pre-trip inspections and report defects
Maintain accurate logbooks or ELD records
Secure cargo and verify freight documentation
Follow Canadian transport laws and safety policies
Communicate with dispatch and customers
Drive safely in winter, mountain, and highway conditions
Certifications can significantly improve your chances of getting hired.
Class 1 Licence / AZ Licence
Air Brake Endorsement (Z endorsement)
MELT Certificate
WHMIS Certification
TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods)
FAST Card (for cross-border roles)
First Aid / CPR
Forklift Certification
Defensive Driving Training
Load Securement Training
Winter Driving Training
If you're entry-level, your resume must focus on training, safety, and readiness.
MELT completion
Valid licence and air brake endorsement
Safety training
Physical ability
Reliability and work ethic
Transferable experience (warehouse, delivery, logistics)
Entry-Level AZ Driver
Completed MELT training and obtained AZ licence with air brake endorsement
Trained in pre-trip inspections, HOS regulations, and ELD usage
Demonstrated strong safety awareness and willingness to learn
Previous warehouse experience with loading and freight handling
Avoid these errors—they instantly reduce your chances.
Not listing licence class clearly
Missing air brake endorsement
No mention of driver abstract or safety record
Generic job descriptions
No mention of Canadian regulations
Poor formatting or long paragraphs
No keywords like “AZ driver” or “Class 1 driver”
From a recruiter perspective, hiring truck drivers is about risk reduction.
Are you legally qualified to drive?
Are you safe and compliant?
Can you handle Canadian driving conditions?
Will you show up and deliver on time?
If your resume answers these clearly, you get the interview.
Use this structure to build your resume fast:
Name
Phone
Location
Short paragraph with licence, experience, safety
Class 1 / AZ Licence
Air Brake Endorsement
MELT
Other certifications
List of driving and compliance skills
Job title + company + dates
Bullet points with responsibilities and results
Driving school / certifications
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