Advice on Getting a Class 1 Trucking Job with a Past DUI (Canada)

Going to be tough in this market.

 

you'll be fine.. it's off your abstract by now

 

must be different here in ontario... mine shows nothing

 

You might have missed this year’s big push but try getting on with a farm. It’s experience and they might not care if it shows up. If SK is an option for you some farmers really need a driver, not sure if AB is as desperate.

 

I've been asked by a few farmers if I wanted to drive this year.

 

If it was 9 years ago you’ll be fine. I don’t believe you can pull more than a 5 year abstract.

 

In alberta you can get 3, 5 and 10 year abstracts.

Companies usually ask for either the 3 or 5 year abstract.

I have o ly seen 1 company have I. Their job ad asking for a 10 year. I don't recall which company that was, but it's extremely rare.

 

In Alberta, you will likely be required to show a 5 year driving history, meaning, bring your abstract from your home province.
A criminal record search will reveal that you had a DUI 9 years ago anyway. As far as reinstatement date, there are more than a few non criminal reasons for a driver to lose their driving privileges. Demerits, non-payment of fines, child support and some that I am probably missing. The company I work for wants 10 years no criminal charges, but most want 5 years clean.
Good luck, I don't think it will be so much of an issue as a lack of experience in class 1 driving will be.

 

Actually we've rejected applicants for a criminal charge 40 years ago (in Ontario). There is not necessarily a limit on the years back, it depends on the company's policy