Allows you to drive commercial trucks >11,700 lbs, including dump trucks and concrete mixers.
Required for: Truck driving jobs, haul truck operations
Test: Written (road rules) + Air brake (systems) + Pre-trip (inspection) + Road test
Allows you to drive large buses and some equipment transporters.
Required for: Some equipment moving, specialized transport
50 questions on air brake systems, components, operation, and emergency procedures.
Required knowledge:
Walk-around inspection of truck: tires, lights, brakes, fluids, connections.
Scoring: Deductions for missed items. Must achieve ~80% to pass.
Class 1: $500-800, takes 2-4 weeks (driver training + testing)
Alberta requirement: Minimum 3 months experience with Class 4 (regular) license first
Complete pre-trip checklist and air brake guide for Class 1/3 exam prep.