Owner Operator Class 1 Truck Driver

Canada Cartage Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-issued fuel card

Company mobile device

Annual uniform allowance

On-boarding decals installed at no add

Job summary

Canada Cartage Group in Calgary seeks dependable Owner Operators with a Class 1 license to join our transportation team. You will deliver across Canada, including AB–BC, operating sleeper trucks and maintaining safety standards. This is a full-time role with Sunday–Thursday shifts.

Ideal candidates own a sleeper unit (≤6 model years) and have a clean driving abstract with recent verifiable experience. We value safety, professionalism, and strong customer service in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 driver’s license
• Own sleeper tractor — max 6 model years old
• All units painted in Canada Cartage Blue or White
• Bondable and legally eligible to work in Canada
• Clean 5 years driver’s abstract (<=3 demerits, 3 negative events)
• Recent verifiable commercial driving experience (past 3 months to 1 year)
• Strong understanding of road safety regulations, hours of service, and load securement
• Experience in winter driving and night operations
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and 75 lbs as required
• Strong customer service and professional, safety-focused approach

Responsibilities

• Safely operate vehicle to transport freight across Canada-wide
• Complete deliveries and pickups to customer locations within Canada in a safe, timely, and professional manner
• Operate dry van equipment per company policies and regulatory requirements
• Secure freight using straps, chains, and load bars in compliance with load-securment standards
• Transport general freight per safety and regulatory guidelines
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections per NSC Standard 13
• Accurately complete all required documentation (e-logs, inspection, delivery, incident reports)
• Maintain compliance with hours-of-service regulations, safety policies, and company procedures
• Maintain flexibility to meet operational and customer demands, including variable schedules, overtime, weekends, or overnight runs

Skills

Safety-focused

Customer service

Time management

Job description

Career Opportunity

Owner Operator

Position Summary

Position Title: Owner OperatorClass 1 Driver

Location (Start Point): Calgary, AB

Delivery Area: Canada-wide (AB – BC)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shift Schedule: Sunday–Thursday

Start Time: Varies

We are seeking dependable, safety-focused, and customer-oriented Owner Operators to partner with our growing transportation team. This opportunity is ideal for independent professionals who take pride in their business, consistently deliver exceptional service, and maintain the highest standards of safety and professionalism while operating in a fast-paced environment. Successful candidates will be committed to building strong customer relationships and representing themselves and our organization with integrity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and women.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate vehicle to transport freight across Canada-wide


• Complete deliveries and pickups to customer locations within Canada in a safe, timely, and professional manner


• Operate dry van equipment in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements


• Secure freight using appropriate equipment such as straps, chains, and load bars, ensuring compliance with load-securement standards


• Transport general freight in accordance with safety and regulatory guidelines


• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections of the vehicle in accordance with National Safety Code (NSC) Standard 13


• Accurately complete all required documentation, including e-logs, inspection reports, delivery paperwork, and incident reports


• Maintain compliance with hours-of-service regulations, safety policies, and company procedures


• Maintain flexibility to meet operational and customer demands, including variable schedules, overtime, weekends, or overnight runs as required

Core Requirements

• Valid Class 1 driver's license


• Required to own Sleeper Truck – maximum 6 model years old


• All units must be painted in Canada Cartage Blue or White.


• Bondable and legally eligible to work in Canada


• Clean 5 years driver’s abstract (no more than 3 demerits and 3 negative events)


• Verifiable recent commercial driving experience (within the past 3 months to 1 year)


• Strong understanding of road safety regulations, hours of service, and load securement


• Experience operating commercial vehicles in winter driving conditions and at night


• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs as required


• Strong customer service and communication skills with a professional, safety-focused approach

Role-Specific Requirements

Class 1 / AZ Drivers

• Minimum 1 year of verifiable Class 1 truck driving experience


• Clean shave required to use face masks at lead plant

Long-Haul / Canada-Wide Drivers

• Minimum 1 years of Canada-wide driving experience


• Mountain driving experience required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely perform loading and unloading of freight using power pallet jack ,as required

Perks

• Company-issued fuel card


• Company mobile device


• Annual uniform allowance


• During the on-boarding process, Canada Cartage decals will be installed at no charge on the units in the appropriate color combination