Class 1 - Canada Only Hwy Driver

Contrans Vrac; Steinbach; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Contrans Vrac is seeking an experienced Class 1 truck driver to operate a B train truck and trailer, transporting materials between Manitoba and Ontario. The role emphasizes safety, proper load securement, and accurate paperwork handed to the office.

The driver will maintain communication with dispatch, inspect equipment, follow MOT safety protocols, and work independently for extended periods, reporting incidents promptly.

Qualifications

• Must have strong mechanical aptitude and spatial reasoning for load distribution and proper securing.
• Proficient in English communication, both written and spoken.
• Familiar with safety protocols and legal weight/load limits.
• Ability to work independently for extended periods.
• Willingness to wear PPE and maintain a professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive a B train truck and trailer to transport materials between Manitoba and Ontario while following safety protocols.
• Secure loads using appropriate equipment and verify load security before departure from yards.
• Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections and report deficiencies.
• Maintain logs, manage bills of lading, and monitor fuel consumption.
• Communicate with dispatch via satellite, phone, and text; report incidents promptly.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Spatial awareness

English communication

Load distribution

Lift 50 lbs

Safety protocols

Work independently

Punctual and professional

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent

Class 1 truck license

Job description

The truck driver is responsible for the safe operation of a “B” train truck and trailer combination while transporting materials between Manitoba and Ontario. The driver must ensure that the load is secure, paperwork is accurate, complete, and handed into the office in a timely manner. The driver must maintain constant communication with dispatch, plan their route, ensure the truck is equipped with the necessary load securement supplies, follow all Ministry of Transportation safety protocols, properly inspect the truck, trailer, and load. The driver should participate in all required training and act in a professional manner at all times. This position reports to the Operations Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate and drive primarily “B” train truck and trailer combination to transport materials between Manitoba and Ontario while maintaining Ministry of Transportation safety protocols.
• Properly secure all loads using appropriate load securement equipment for the size and type of load that is being transported. When picking up a trailer that is already loaded ensure that the load is secure before leaving the yard.
• Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections of the vehicle systems. Ensure all deficiencies are reported to the Shop Manager.
• Perform load securement checks every 2- 4 hours to ensure that the load has not shifted and that the straps, chains, and tarp is firmly secure;
• Ensure that the minimum required load securement equipment is maintained on the truck and that the weight of all loads is within legal limits.
• Plan trip logistics, obtain required documentation to transport materials and comply with on the road inspection station requirements.
• Administer bills of lading, maintain electronic logs, and monitor fuel consumption.
• Maintain communication with dispatch through the satellite system, phone, and text messages.
• Ensure a neat and clean appearance, a clean truck, wear the appropriate PPEs, complete all mandatory training, and report accidents, incidents, and injuries in a timely manner and other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
• Class 1 truck license.

Experience

• 1 – 3 years of experience as Class 1 truck driver preferred.
• Experience with “B” trains or flatbed trailers is considered an asset.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Mechanical aptitude and good spatial skills.
• Knowledge of how to distribute a load on the trailer.
• Must be able to speak, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Good understanding of the Ministry of Transportation safety protocols.
• Ability to work alone for extended periods of time.
• Reliable, punctual, trustworthy, and professional.

Working Conditions

• Working alone for extended periods of time.
• Being away from home and living in the truck for periods of time.
• May be exposed to hazardous situations.
• May be exposed to conflict situations where people might be rude or angry.
• Wearing protective or safety attire on a daily basis.
• Often exposed to very hot or very cold temperatures while working outside.
• May be exposed to whole body vibration when driving the truck