Excellent Wages
Van Kam linehaul drivers are paid among the top 5% of linehaul driver mileage rates offered in Western Canada.
Up to $10K Signing Bonus
For some driving positions, we offer a signing bonus up to a maximum of $10K, spread out over two stages.
Extended Health & Dental
We provide extended health insurance and dental coverage along with a company-contributed pension.
Work-Life Balance
Van Kam drivers get consistent "home time" to balance their home and work life. More nights spent at home!
Owner/Operator Fuel Cap
Whether diesel is $1.75 per litre or $2.25 per litre, our Owner/Operators will never pay more than .50¢ per litre.
Free Truck Washes & Parking
Save money with FREE truck parking on our secured lots! Plus, we offer FREE onsite truck washing services!
Open Door Policy - Have a question, comment, concern? Our door is always open to our employees for input.
Well Maintained Fleet - Van Kam has on-site truck and trailer commercial mechanics to maintain our fleet.
Consistent Growth - Consistent hours, opportunities, and year-round work with minimal slow downs.
Safety Program - Van Kam promotes safety for our drivers at every level. Your safety always comes first!
Recognized and Appreciated.
At Van Kam, we are committed to a healthy, family-oriented environment that is encompassed and supported by a dedication to safety and driver development.
Here's what our drivers say!
Requirements for Truck Driver Applications
Valid Class 1 driver's license
Minimum of 1 year of experience for local City Drivers, and 3 years for Highway Linehaul Drivers with mountain and winter driving experience.
Clean driver's abstract
Minimum age is 19 years old
Top 5 Frequently Asked Questions
How much do we pay?
All driving jobs have different wages, but as of May 1, 2023, these are our current wages for LINEHAUL DRIVERS:
Company Driver
67¢/mile
$28.80/hr
Owner Operator
$1.62/mile
$50.10/hr
50¢ Fuel Cap
For CITY P&D DRIVERS, please view our current job openings for more details about wages per each job opening.
How does the signing bonus work?
All driving jobs have different signing bonuses, but as of May 1, 2023, bonuses are given at two different stages. Please view our current job openings for more details about signing bonuses per each job opening.
What types of benefits are offered?
Van Kam offers a full benefits package for drivers including extended health, dental and pension. Linehaul drivers also receive a MAJOR fuel discount/fuel cap of .50₵ per litre; we pay anything on top of that! Free truck washes also provided. Check out the current openings for each job to view benefits.
How much experience do I need?
All driving jobs have different levels of experience needed. Please view our current job openings for more details about experience needed for each job opening.
Do you have an overseas driver hiring program?
Van Kam currently has no "out-of-country" hiring program to help drivers relocate to BC. Drivers must relocate at their own expense and provide proper documents on their own accord.