How to Become a Truck and Transport Mechanic in Saskatchewan
Do you need certification?
Certification is voluntary
Truck and transport mechanic is a voluntary trade in Saskatchewan. You can work in the trade without a certificate.
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“Truck & Transport Mechanic Motive Repair Sector Red Seal”
From saskapprenticeship.ca/designated-trades-searchable, checked October 11, 2026.
At a glance
- Licence status
- Voluntary certification See the source
- Routes
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- Annual fees
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Your roadmap
The steps are not listed yet.
Check the current steps with Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission.
Requirements
Education
A completed Grade 12 transcript, Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) or General Education Development (GED) guarantees entry into apprenticeship in Saskatchewan, though completing Grade 12 is encouraged but not required.
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“A completed Grade 12 transcript, Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) or General Education Development (GED) guarantees entry into apprenticeship in Saskatchewan.”
saskapprenticeship.ca/entrance-requirements-for-apprenticeship-trai...Former Canadian military personnel are deemed to have full trade time if they provide a copy of their QL5 certificate and a copy of their MPRR.
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“Ex-Canadian military personnel are deemed to have “full trade time” in the trade if they provide: - A copy of their QL5 certificate - A copy of their MPRR (Member’s Personal Record Resume)”
saskapprenticeship.ca/former-canadian-military-personnel
Already licensed in another province?
Not stated
The pages do not state how someone already licensed in another Canadian province or territory registers in Saskatchewan.
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with SATCC
Credential assessment
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Exams
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Interprovincial Journeyperson Examination
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“In Saskatchewan former Canadian military personnel deemed to have “full time” in a trade may apply to challenge the Interprovincial Journeyperson Examination by:”
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written exam
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“written exam fee will increase from $100 to $125;”
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practical exam
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“practical exam fee will increase from $160 to $175;”
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Level One Examination
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“Level One Examination Information”
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Level Two Examination
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“Level Two Examination Information”
saskapprenticeship.ca/designated_trades/truck-transport-mechanic
Language tests
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Canadian experience
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Supervised practice
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Demand and pay
| Where | Low | Median | High | Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saskatchewan | $18.00 | $30.00 | $43.50 | Good (4 of 5) |
| Canada | $19.00 | $29.89 | $43.27 | — |
Trucks and transport mechanics in other provinces and territories
- British Columbia Voluntary certification
- Alberta Certification required
- Manitoba Voluntary certification
- Ontario Certification required
- Quebec Certification required
- New Brunswick Voluntary certification
- Nova Scotia Certification required
- Prince Edward Island Voluntary certification
- Newfoundland and Labrador Voluntary certification
- Yukon Voluntary certification
- Northwest Territories Voluntary certification
- Nunavut Voluntary certification
Compare truck and transport mechanic licensing across Canada
Sources checked
- Designated Trades | SATCC saskapprenticeship.ca/designated-trades-searchable · fetched October 11, 2026
- Entrance Requirements for Apprenticeship Training | SATCC saskapprenticeship.ca/entrance-requirements-for-apprenticeship-trai... · fetched October 9, 2026
- Former Canadian Military Personnel | SATCC saskapprenticeship.ca/former-canadian-military-personnel · fetched October 9, 2026
- APPRENTICESHIP FEE UPDATES | SATCC saskapprenticeship.ca/apprenticeship-fee-updates · fetched October 9, 2026
- Truck & Transport Mechanic | SATCC saskapprenticeship.ca/designated_trades/truck-transport-mechanic · fetched October 11, 2026
Frequently asked questions
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Do you need a licence to work as a truck and transport mechanic in Saskatchewan?
No. Certification is available, but it is not required to work in the trade in Saskatchewan. Certification is managed by the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission.
Which exams are required?
Interprovincial Journeyperson Examination, written exam, practical exam, Level One Examination, Level Two Examination.
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