Knelsen is a leading road construction company providing premier services throughout Alberta. We are currently seeking Class 1 Winch Truck Drivers to join our La Crete location team.

What You'll Do

This position involves hauling a variety of construction equipment to project sites throughout Alberta while ensuring every load is transported safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all transportation regulations.

- Operating Class 1 tractor-trailer combinations with lowboy, flat deck, and winch trailers
- Loading, securing, transporting, and unloading construction equipment safely and efficiently
- Performing daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections
- Completing electronic Hours of Service (Samsara) and daily hazard assessments (SiteDocs)
- Ensuring compliance with provincial transportation regulations, oversized load requirements, and company safety policies
- Maintaining accurate trip records and delivery documentation
- Communicating effectively with dispatch, customers, and project personnel
- Keeping assigned equipment clean and reporting maintenance concerns promptly
- Working safely in construction, yard, and job site environments

What You'll Bring

- Valid Alberta Class 1 Driver's License




- Current driver's abstract with fewer than six demerits and no major traffic convictions, in accordance with company policy.
- Previous experience hauling construction equipment
- Experience operating lowboy, flat deck, and/or winch trailers
- Knowledge of load securement practices
- Strong commitment to safe work practices
- Ability to work independently while managing time effectively
- Willingness to work flexible schedule and overtime when required
- Successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience transporting oversized and overweight loads
- Knowledge of permits and transportation regulations
- Familiarity with operating various types of construction equipment
- Experience using electronic logging devices (ELDs) such as Samsara

Additional Information

- This is a safety-sensitive position; pre-employment drug screening is required

What We Offer

- Competitive wages with overtime opportunities.
- Benefit Package
- A strong safety culture
- Supportive team environment with experienced dispatch and operations staff

📌 Class 1 Winch Truck Driver (La Crête)
🏢 Knelsen Sand u0026 Gravel
📍 La Crête