BDS is growing, and we’re expanding our team. We are hiring experienced Class 1 Heavy Haul / Winch Tractor Drivers to support our expanding operations and upcoming project work across Canada and the United States.

Based in Acheson, Alberta, we’re looking for drivers who take pride in their equipment, work safely, and bring practical experience operating lowbeds, specialized trailer combinations, and/or winch tractors.

Responsibilities

- Safely operate heavy haul and winch tractor combinations.
- Load, unload, secure, and transport heavy equipment and oversized freight.
- Perform winching operations, including loading and unloading skidded equipment.
- Assemble and operate jeep, booster, and multi-axle configurations as required.
- Follow permit conditions, approved routes, and site requirements.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report defects promptly.
- Maintain accurate electronic logs, bills of lading, hazard assessments, and other required paperwork.
- Communicate with dispatch, customers, escorts, and site personnel.
- Care for assigned equipment and maintain a clean, professional truck.

Qualifications

- Valid Class 1 driver’s licence and an acceptable driver’s abstract.
- Demonstrated heavy haul, lowbed, and/or winch tractor experience.
- Strong knowledge of load securement and secure loading practices.
- Ability to assess ground conditions, equipment positioning,



and hazards before starting work.
- Experience with jeeps, boosters, and multi-axle trailers is an asset.
- Perimeter frame trailer experience is an asset.
- Ability to meet requirements for travel and work in the United States.
- Willingness to travel and stay away from home as assignments require.
- Reliable, professional, and able to work independently and as part of a crew.

What We Offer

- Compensation based on experience and qualifications.
- Applicable heavy haul and jeep/booster bonuses.
- Opportunities to participate in upcoming heavy haul projects.
- A diverse fleet and a variety of specialized transportation work.
- A safety-focused team with experienced operations and dispatch support.
- The opportunity to grow with BDS as we expand our operations.

To apply, submit your résumé outlining your heavy haul and winch tractor experience. Please identify the equipment and trailer configurations you have operated.

Pay: From $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 50.0 – 70.0 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Acheson, AB T7X 0A8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

- Heavy Haul: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 1 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Heavy Haul / Winch Tractor Drivers (Acheson)
🏢 BDS Trucking
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