Heavy Haul Truck Driver
- Acheson, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Join a Team That Builds, Lifts, and Moves America
At Barnhart, we don’t just move freight - we move the heaviest, most complex loads in the country. As a Heavy Haul Truck Driver, you’ll be part of a skilled team transporting oversized equipment and super loads that power major industries across North America.
What You’ll Do
This role offers the opportunity to work on specialized transport projects that go far beyond standard trucking. In this role, you will:
- Transport over-dimensional and super loads across local and over-the-road routes
- Operate equipment including RGN, step deck, double/triple drop trailers, and multi-axle setups
- Work as part of a team-based heavy haul operation on complex loads
- Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and safety standards
- Assist with assembly and inspection of trailers and hauling equipment
- Perform basic preventative maintenance and equipment checks
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Competitive Pay + Weekly Pay Schedule
- Permanent, full-time role
- Pension plan
- Family medical, dental and vision insurance is available after 90 days of employment
- Paid time off and other benefits
- Barnhart CARES family care and community service opportunities
- Opportunity to work on industry-leading equipment
- Long-term growth opportunities
- Join a company with a strong safety-first, team-driven culture
- Haul massive, one-of-a-kind loads most drivers never see
- Work with advanced multi-axle and heavy haul equipment
- Be part of a team-oriented operation, not just solo driving
- Strong opportunities for career growth within a national company
- Join a company known for solving the toughest transport challenges
What You Bring
Required:
- CDL Class A license
- Experience with heavy haul or over-dimensional loads
- Knowledge of axle weight distribution and load securement
- Mechanical aptitude with ability to inspect and maintain equipment
- Flexibility and willingness to travel frequently
Preferred:
- Experience with multi-axle setups (9-axle, dual lane, etc.)
- Experience with hydraulic trailers or specialized hauling equipment
- Double/Triple endorsements
- Ability to operate supporting heavy equipment
PURPOSE – Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.
MINDS OVER MATTER – Barnhart has built a reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in North American industry.
NETWORK – Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry’s strongest networks of talent and resources with over 70 branch locations across North America working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and
professional development.
CULTURE – Barnhart has a strong team culture -- the “One TEAM.” We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Transport over-dimensional and super loads across local and over-the-road routes while ensuring compliance with DOT safety regulations. Perform preventative maintenance and assist with the assembly and inspection of specialized hauling equipment.
Requirements
Requires a CDL Class A license and proven experience with heavy haul or over-dimensional loads. Candidates must possess strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of axle weight distribution and load securement.
Skills
- CDL Class A license
- Heavy haul transport
- Over-dimensional load handling
- Axle weight distribution
- Load securement
- Mechanical aptitude
- Preventative maintenance
- Hydraulic trailer operation
- Multi-axle setup operation
- DOT regulation compliance
- Equipment inspection
- Safety standards
Benefits
- 401(k) program with company match
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Weekly pay schedule
- Career growth opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Trades
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Keywords
- CDL Class A
- Heavy Haul
- Over-dimensional Loads
- Super Loads
- RGN
- Step Deck
- Multi-axle
- DOT Regulations
- Preventative Maintenance
- Hydraulic Trailers
- Load Securement
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Safety-first Culture
- Heavy Rigging