Low Bed Operator

LaPrairie Group of Companies; Town of Grimshaw; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Low Bed Operator to join their Highway Maintenance Operations in Alberta. This role involves ensuring safe operations while hauling various commodities with multi-axle low bed trucks. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in off-road and winter driving, hold a valid Class 1 driver’s license, and be ready to work rotational shifts. Join a company recognized for its commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship, where your contributions will directly impact the success of vital infrastructure projects. If you have the expertise and dedication to excel in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 driver’s license and acceptable drivers abstract required.
• Must have lowbed truck operating and equipment hauling experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe work operations and compliance with procedures.
• Operate low bed trucks and perform pre & post inspection checks.
• Prepare and submit necessary reports (daily, weekly, etc.).

Skills

Off-road & winter driving experience

Class 1 driver’s license

First Aid Training

3-5 years on/off highway driving experience

Lowbed truck operating experience

Experience pulling 32-to-48-wheel Trailer configurations

Solid communication skills

Ability to work day/night shifts and be on-call

Ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening

Ability to navigate work sites

Job description

LaPrairie Works Inc., a member of LaPrairie Group of Companies, provides highway and bridge maintenance, civil construction, slope stabilization, erosion and drainage control, and environmental remediation services across Western Canada. We are proud to be formally recognized with industry and ministerial awards for innovation and environmental stewardship, while managing long-term contracts within both provincial and federal jurisdictions.

We are looking to fill the role of Low Bed Operator for our Alberta - Grimshaw - Highway Maintenance Operations, reporting to the Grimshaw Superintendent.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Ensure safe work operations and full compliance to operating procedures.
• Operate and haul customer commodities with various multi-axle configurations including low bed trucks.
• Responsible for pre & post inspection check of equipment and track in log book.
• Reports any equipment defects or maintenance issues to Foreman/Superintendent.
• Responsible for checking and refilling equipment fuels and fluids to required specs.
• Tracks any refueling or tops in inspection log.
• Assists in the maintenance of equipment. Maintains tidiness within the equipment.
• Prepares and submits necessary reports (daily, weekly, etc.).
• Performs other duties that may be required from time to time.
• Actively participate in the compliance of the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Assurance System.

Required Skills:

• Experience with off-road & winter driving.
• Ability to work day/night shifts and be on-call.
• Valid Class 1 driver’s license.
• Acceptable drivers abstract (5 years minimum).
• First Aid Training.
• 3-5 years on/off highway driving experience.
• Must have lowbed truck operating and equipment hauling experience.
• Must have experience pulling 32-to-48-wheel Trailer configurations.
• Availability to work rotational shifts, including days and nights.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
• Solid communication skills and ability to work in a team setting and alone as required.
• Ability to navigate work sites and adapt to daily changes in scopes of work.