Permanent recruitment — Class 3 truck driver
You hire directly, on your own payroll. We find, check and present the candidates.
Sector : Transportation · NOC 2021 73300
The job
A class 3 driver drives straight trucks (dump trucks, box trucks, heavy delivery trucks) without an articulated trailer. They often make several deliveries a day, handle part of the freight, carry out the pre-trip inspection and represent your company at the customer's site.
Main tasks
- Carry out the pre-trip inspection and record defects
- Load, secure and unload freight according to instructions
- Make deliveries along the route and have proofs of delivery signed
- Keep the required records and respect hours-of-service rules
- Report incidents and maintenance needs
- Maintain a good relationship with customers
The profile that succeeds
The class 3 driver you want is careful before being fast. They do the pre-trip inspection without being reminded, secure the load properly and report a strange noise instead of waiting for a breakdown. At the customer's site they are polite and patient, since they are often the only face of your company the customer sees. They know the streets in their area and plan stops to avoid needless back-tracking.
Before you give us the mandate
- State the truck type (dump, box, flatbed) and whether the driver handles freight
- State your insurer's driving-record requirements
- Say whether the role includes trips outside the region
Usual requirements
A class 3 licence issued by the SAAQ (or a higher class that includes it) is mandatory, along with a driving record acceptable to your insurer. The certification supplement (+2) applies because the licence is a job requirement.
Training and certifications (official sources)
- SAAQ — Licence classes (French page)
- SAAQ — Check a licence's validity (French page)
- SAAQ — Obtain a driving record (candidate's own step; French page)
- SAAQ — Driving a heavy vehicle guide (French page)
- SAAQ — Goods transport (rules for heavy-vehicle drivers; French page)
- Inforoute FPT — Québec vocational and technical training programs
Wage in Québec and fee
| Hourly rate | Base annual salary (40 h) | Rate | Fee per hire | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low | $19.45 | $40,456 | 15% | $6,068 |
| Median | $25.20 | $52,416 | 16% | $8,387 |
| High | $34.50 | $71,760 | 20% | $14,352 |
Wage source : Job Bank, NOC 73300, reference title « truck driver », wages updated 2025-11-19, period 2023-2024, Labour Force Survey, read on 2026-10-30. Fees calculated with the Barème Enterpoint v1, before supplements.
Math at the median wage: $25.20 × 40 h × 52 weeks = $52,416. The hourly rate is 0.20 $/h above 25 $/h, i.e. 1 started 2 $/h band(s): 15% + 1 = 16%. $52,416 × 16% = $8,387 (minimum $2,500 per hire).
Supplement that applies: mandatory certification (class 3 licence) (+2). At the median wage, with this supplement: 18%, i.e. $9,435.
Wages by region (Job Bank)
| Region | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montréal | $16.60 | $23.68 | $33.75 |
| Laval | $19.75 | $25.00 | $35.20 |
| Montérégie | $19.75 | $25.00 | $33.00 |
| Capitale-Nationale | $20.00 | $25.25 | $35.00 |
| Laurentides | $21.50 | $27.00 | $36.06 |
Other figures: same source and period as the provincial table. Same source page.
What we check
We check the licence class and validity with the SAAQ's public tools, experience by type of truck, and, with the candidate's written consent, their driving record, which they obtain themselves from the SAAQ. References with consent.
Timeline: depending on the role, usually a few weeks.
How we work
- You sign the agreement online and complete the Job Order (role, wage, shifts, requirements).
- We search and shortlist, then check experience, required certifications and references with consent.
- We present the shortlisted candidates with a written summary; you run your interviews and tests.
- You hire directly. Our fee is only due if you hire, and the 90-day guarantee starts on the start date.
Interview tips for the employer
- Have them do a pre-trip inspection in front of you on one of your trucks
- Ask which types of trucks they have driven and where (city, site, highway)
- Run a short road test with a designated person and your insurance in order
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a driver's licence in Québec?
The SAAQ offers a public service to check a licence's validity; the link is in the Certifications section.
Who obtains the driving record?
The candidate obtains it from the SAAQ and shares it with you with their consent. We don't request it on their behalf.
Why the +2 supplement?
The fee scale adds 2 points when a mandatory certification, such as class 1 or 3, is required.
Do you also recruit class 1 drivers?
Yes, see the Class 1 truck driver page.
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Our terms
From 15% of base annual salary. +1 point per 2 $/h band above 25 $/h. Nothing to pay unless you hire. No fees for candidates.
90-day replacement guarantee (180 days with the supplement). If no replacement is presented within 10 business days, a 50% credit. Payment by direct deposit only, within 15 days of the start date.