Class 1 Flat Deck Driver
Description
Career Opportunity
Flatbed Truck Driver
Position Summary
Position Title: Class 1 Flatbed Truck Driver
Location (Start Point): Winnipeg, MB
Delivery Area: Local | Regional
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift Schedule: Monday–Friday (Open for weekends as well)
Start Time: 6:00 AMWe are seeking dependable, safety-focused, and customer-oriented truck drivers to join our growing transportation team. This role is ideal for professionals who take pride in their work, consistently deliver high-quality service, and can operate safely and professionally in a fast-paced environment while representing the company.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and women.
Responsibilities:
Safely operate company vehicles to transport freight across city/local routes | regional lanes
Complete deliveries and pickups to customer locations within Winnipeg in a safe, timely, and professional manner
Operate flatbed 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, including checking tires, brakes, lights, and cargo securement; promptly report any issues to the maintenance department for timely repairs.
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
Bondable and legally eligible to work in Canada
Clean 5 years Commercial driving 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
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
Minimum 1 year of verifiable Class 1 truck driving experience
Minimum 1 year of verifiable flatbed experience
Experience securing loads using chains and straps in all weather conditions
Experience hauling steel, lumber, or similar freight
Role-Specific Requirements
City Drivers
Strong knowledge of Winnipeg and surrounding areas
Specialized Equipment considered an asset
Previous experience operating specialized equipment, including tailgates, forklifts, power and manual pallet jacks, pump trucks, or Moffett's
Physical Requirements
Ability to safely perform hand-bombing, including manual loading and unloading of freight, as required