Burnaby, BC · ICBC Approved

Class 1 MELT Training in Burnaby

ICBC-approved Mandatory Entry-Level Training for new Class 1 commercial drivers — 140 hours of classroom, yard, and on-road instruction including air brakes. From Burnaby, access our facility via Kingsway, Highway 91, or Willingdon — about 20–35 minutes to 7764 Anvil Way. Highway training includes routes used by regional and long-haul employers.

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Who this is for

New and upgrading drivers who need BC's mandatory 140-hour Class 1 MELT program before taking the ICBC Class 1 road test — including career changers entering long-haul, regional freight, and heavy commercial work.

What you'll train on

  • ICBC MELT curriculum: classroom, yard, and supervised on-road hours
  • Pre-trip inspections, coupling, and air brake fundamentals
  • Highway merging, mountain-grade awareness, and defensive commercial techniques
  • ICBC road test preparation with instructor feedback on common failure points

Careers in the Lower Mainland

Class 1 drivers remain in strong demand across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley — port logistics, regional distribution, construction supply, and long-haul routes from BC hubs. MELT completion is the legal gateway to those roles since 2021.

Why Burnaby students choose Autobahn

Students from Burnaby, Metrotown, Brentwood, and Edmonds join our programs for consistent instruction, high first-attempt pass rates, and career-focused coaching. Training routes from Burnaby use corridors such as Kingsway, Highway 91, Canada Way so you gain freeway and arterial experience relevant to regional and long-haul Class 1 work.

Our Surrey campus provides certified instructors, structured scheduling, and road routes that prepare you for ICBC licensing and employer expectations.

Visit Our Surrey Campus

Call 604-337-0999

Frequently Asked Questions

Is MELT mandatory for a Class 1 license in BC?+

Yes. Since October 2021, all new Class 1 applicants must complete an ICBC-approved 140-hour MELT program before booking the Class 1 road test. Autobahn's Surrey program meets that requirement.

What license do I need before starting MELT in-vehicle training?+

You need a valid BC Class 1 learner's license (Class 1L) before in-vehicle components begin. We help you confirm prerequisites during your free consultation.

How do I enroll in Class 1 MELT from Burnaby?+

Call (604) 337-0999 or submit our contact form for a free consultation. We confirm license prerequisites, program length, and scheduling before you book your first session at our Surrey campus.

Where is the full program curriculum listed?+

See the full program page at autobahndrivingschool.ca/programs/class-1-melt for curriculum, hours, and prerequisites. This Burnaby page summarizes local access; instruction is delivered at our Surrey campus.

Start Class 1 MELT Training in Burnaby

Book a free consultation. We will confirm prerequisites, scheduling, and the fastest path to your ICBC road test.