Winch Truck Driver

LaPrairie Group of Companies; Alberta; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned heavy transport company in Alberta is seeking a Winch Truck Operator. The successful candidate will operate a Winch Truck to load and unload equipment, ensuring all safety regulations are followed. Applicants should have a valid Commercial Driver’s License and experience operating winch trucks, with 3-5 years of driving experience preferred. This role involves working in a team environment and requires solid communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years on/off highway driving experience required.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening is necessary.
• Acceptable drivers abstract (5 years minimum) is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Winch Truck to winch load and unload equipment.
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment and complete daily inspection reports.
• Complete daily paperwork accurately and promote safety culture.

Skills

Commercial Driver's License

On/off highway driving experience

Equipment hauling experience

Winch truck operating experience

Communication skills

Job description

ENTREC Alberta, a diversified trucking company (acquired by LAPRAIRIE Group of Companies), is currently recruiting for a full‑time Winch Truck Operator to join its team in Fort McMurray, Alberta.

ENTREC Alberta Ltd. is committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and safety for the best transportation experience. We are dedicated to achieving maximum efficiency and productivity to support our mission and vision of being a proven leader in specialized over‑weight, over‑sized cargo hauling and jack & slide services providing the highest quality service, safety, value, and integrity resulting in customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Operate a Winch Truck to winch load and unload equipment as required.
• Haul Customer Commodities with various multi‑axle trailer configurations.
• Conduct pre‑operational checks on equipment and complete daily inspection reports.
• Adhere to Hours of Service and Logbook Regulations.
• Adhere to daily schedules set out by Dispatch & Supervisors.
• Complete daily paperwork / reporting accurately and on time.
• Promote ENTREC’s safety culture and adhere to HSE policies.
• Maintain a clean and organized truck.
• Report all equipment repairs and maintenance requests to the Shop lead and Dispatch.

Skills and Requirements:

• Must hold a valid Commercial Driver’s License.
• 3-5 years on/off highway driving experience.
• Must have equipment hauling experience.
• Must have winch truck operating experience.
• Bed Truck Operator and Picker Truck Operator experience would be considered an asset.
• 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.
• Acceptable drivers abstract (5 years minimum).

LaPrairie Group of Companies (LAPRAIRIE) is a family‑owned group of companies that provides full‑service crane and rigging, heavy hauling, highway and bridge maintenance, civil construction, fleet maintenance and industrial mineral mining and distribution services to customers across Western Canada and Northeastern USA. The 100% Canadian family‑owned group of companies' services customers through their various subsidiaries, including, LaPrairie Crane, Northland Fleet Services, Entrec Alberta, Capstan Hauling, LaPrairie Works, LaPrairie Works Oilfield Services, and Canadian Silica Industries.