Class 1 Heavy Haul / Long Haul Driver

Dependable Truck & Tank Limited is currently seeking an experienced and safety-focused Class 1 Heavy Haul / Long Haul Driver with manual transmission experience to join our team. This position is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of heavy equipment, oversized loads, tanks, trailers, and specialized equipment throughout Atlantic Canada, Ontario, and occasionally the United States.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience operating tractor-trailer combinations, including lowboy, step-deck, flatbed, and Roll-Tite trailers, and must be comfortable with long-distance travel, load securement, route planning, and customer interaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate Class 1 tractor-trailer combinations, including lowboy, step-deck, flatbed, and Roll-Tite trailers.
• Transport heavy, oversized, and specialized loads in compliance with provincial, federal, and company regulations.
• Perform thorough pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections.
• Ensure proper load securement and compliance with permit requirements.
• Coordinate pickups and deliveries while maintaining professional communication with customers, dispatch, and team members.
• Complete all required transportation documentation accurately and on time.
• Plan routes and travel schedules to ensure safe and efficient deliveries.
• Maintain a clean and professional appearance of assigned equipment.
• Comply with all safety policies, hours-of-service regulations, and company procedures.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Valid Class 1 Driver’s License with Manual Transmission and Air Brake Endorsement.
• Minimum 5 years of commercial tractor-trailer driving experience.
• Previous experience hauling heavy equipment, oversized loads, or specialized freight is required.
• Experience operating lowboy, step-deck, flatbed, or Roll-Tite trailers.
• Clean and current driver's abstract.
• Ability to travel throughout Atlantic Canada, Ontario, and other regions as required.
• Valid Canadian Passport or ability to obtain one for occasional cross-border travel.
• Strong knowledge of load securement regulations and transportation safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and safely in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of electronic logs and transportation software is considered an asset.