Commercial Training
"The first step in reducing traffic fatalities is to put an educated
well-trained driver on the road at the beginning of their driving career"
“GET YOUR CAREER ON THE ROAD” and become a Professional Transport Driver"
Trucking is a growth industry with no end in sight. Did you know that 375,000 new truck drivers will be needed in Canada during the next 10 years. Trucking and professional drivers are the backbone of Canada and the lifeblood of our economy. Trucks haul 90 percent of all consumer goods and food stuffs across Canada. They also handle 70 percent of our trade with U.S. manufacturers, retailers, farmers, exporters and importers. We rarely think about it but we all depend on trucking to maintain our high standard of living. Unlike some trades, driving is nearly recession proof as people still need the basic consumables for living in both good times and more challenging times.
Why not become part of this growing industry? We can train you for this new career and help you find that job! Give us a call now and start moving towards a career in demand.
- One on One behind-the-wheel vehicle Instruction with our Industry experienced Instructors
- Modern Equipment: 2007 & 2000 Volvo's to train in
- 48 & 53 foot trailers
- 18 speed transmissions
- Behind-the-Wheel Training conducted in 4 to 8 hour consecutive sessions with a Government Road test on completion
- Training is offered 7 days a week at both our Duncan and Nanaimo Locations
- All manuals and handouts included
- All training conducted with a 75% loaded trailer
Students pre-requisites:
- Class 1 - 3 - 4 Learners License with temporary air brake endorsement is required upon registration
- In order to study for your Learners license you will need a Driving Commercial Vehicle Manual. The manual may be obtained from our offices, from the local Driver Services Office or can be downloaded at the following link http://www.icbc.com/licensing/lic_utility_resman_commercial.asp
- Minimum age is 19 for Class 1 and 4, and age 18 for Class 3
- Meet required medical standards
- If being sponsored, CSM requires a letter from the sponsoring party in order to complete registration
- For those paying directly, 1/3 of the course fee is required at the time of registration with the balance due prior to the training start date
- The following Motor Vehicle Test and Licensing Fees are not included in our course prices
Motor Vehicle Fees
| Class 1 Road Test | $60.00 |
|---|---|
| Class 2 Road Test | $50.00 |
| Class 3 Road Test | $50.00 |
| Class 4 Road Test | $40.00 |
| Medical Admin Fee | $28.00 |
| Air Brake Knowledge Test | $15.00 |
| Learners License Knowledge Test | $15.00 |
Licensing Fee $17 if your license expires in more than 6 months
Licensing Fee $75 if your license expires in less 6 months