If you've ever dreamed of driving a truck, you've probably imagined yourself behind the wheel of an 18-wheel rig, driving along the highway. You've thought about the freedom and what it would be like to be your own boss. Become a Domestic and International Long-haul Driver, and you can turn that dream into a reality.
This is what you need to know to live out your dream:
What would I do?
Where would I work?
How much would I get paid?
How do I get to be a Domestic and International Long-haul Driver?
Where would I go from here?
How do I get started?
What would I do?
For a Long-haul Driver – also known as a Professional Transport Driver – driving is more than a career, it's a lifestyle. Why is that? Because a Long-haul Driver often covers long distances, and it's a position that not everybody is cut out for. Driving coast to coast or on long international routes all over North America may sound glamorous but, to be a successful Long-haul Driver, you must be comfortable leaving home for long periods of time and travelling alone.
The ideal candidate for a Long-haul Driver is someone who is well organized and skilled in trip and route planning. You'll go unsupervised for much of your job, so you must be responsible and able to work on your own. Since a great deal of trade between Canada and the United States moves by truck, a Long-haul Driver must be familiar with customs and border crossing requirements and procedures.
Long-haul Drivers may also be involved in loading and unloading vehicles, and other duties as well, including customer relations and business development.
