Cross-Border Long-Haul Owner-Operator

Bison Transport Inc O/O; Calgary; On-site; CAD 89,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Bison Transport Inc O/O is hiring owner-operators for Canada/U.S. long-haul work. Expect to be on the road 7–10 days at a time, averaging 10k–12k miles monthly with a $3,000 sign-on bonus and potential to earn up to $21K per month.

Candidates must be U.S. qualified with 24 months tractor-trailer experience, a DEF-equipped tractor, a valid Class 1/AZ license, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. Weekend availability and BC mountain driving experience are required.

Qualifications

• 24 months tractor-trailer experience with DEF-equipped unit.
• U.S. qualified with minimum 6 months U.S. driving experience.
• 6 months BC mountain driving experience required.
• Weekend work availability is required.
• Valid Class 1/AZ license and ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Run open-board Canada/U.S. long-haul routes.
• Freight/destinations vary per operations.
• Drive in B.C. including Highway 1 and Highway 3, year-round.
• Dispatched 24 days per month with weekend departures.
• Regional freight may be required; handle various commodities.

Skills

Owner-Operator experience

Tractor-trailer experience 24 months

DEF-equipped tractor

U.S. qualification

U.S. driving experience 6 months

BC mountain driving experience 6+ mos

Weekend availability

Class 1/AZ license

Lift 50 lbs

Strong communication

Safety oriented

Job description

$3000 Sign on Bonus. Earn up to $21K/month. Get paid on time. This position requires you to be on the road 7-10 days at a time, averaging 10K-12K miles/month.

• Running open-board, Canada/U.S. long-haul
• Freight and Destinations will vary based on operational requirements
• Required to drive in B.C. including Highway 1 and Highway 3, 12 months a year
• Must be available for dispatch 24 days a month.
• Flexible schedules requiring weekend departures
• Regional freight will be required
• Must be able to haul all commodities including meat and alcohol

Candidate Profile:

• Owner-Operator with 24 months tractor-trailer experience
• Tractor must be equipped with a DEF system
• Must be U.S. qualified
• Must have a minimum of 6 months U.S. driving experience
• Must have a minimum of 6 months B.C. mountain driving experience
• Must be able to work weekends
• Must have a valid Class 1/AZ License
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. or more, Driver assist is required on occasion
• Reliable, flexible, and punctual
• Strong communication skills
• Values safety

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