Owner-Operator – Long-Haul Trucking (Canada)
- Delta, BC, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Encompass Logistics Ltd. is seeking reliable, safety-focused owner-operators to support our long-haul freight operations across Canada. We’re looking for professional operators who take pride in their equipment, communicate well, and provide dependable service to our customers.
What You’ll Do- Transport freight safely and on schedule on long-haul routes across Canada.
- Complete pickup, delivery, and shipping paperwork accurately.
- Communicate regularly with dispatch about load status, delays, and delivery updates.
- Keep required trip, inspection, and hours-of-service records current.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report maintenance issues promptly.
- Secure and handle freight according to load instructions and safety requirements.
- Represent Encompass Logistics professionally with shippers, receivers, and customers.
- Valid Class 1 driver’s licence.
- Your own reliable highway tractor suitable for long-haul work.
- Valid commercial vehicle registration, insurance, and required safety documentation.
- Current driver’s abstract and acceptable safety record.
- Knowledge of hours-of-service rules, trip inspections, and electronic logging requirements.
- Ability to travel long distances and meet agreed pickup and delivery schedules.
- Strong communication, time-management, and customer-service skills.
- Dry van experience is an asset.
- Independent owner-operator contractor arrangement.
- Competitive compensation based on the lane and agreed rate structure.
- Freight opportunities across Canada.
- Tractor, insurance, fuel, maintenance, and other operating responsibilities will be set out in the owner-operator agreement.
- Trailer availability and arrangements will be discussed with qualified candidates.
Encompass Logistics Ltd. provides transportation and logistics services, including long-haul freight and premium delivery solutions. We value safe operations, clear communication, dependable service, and strong working relationships with our drivers and customers.
To apply: Please send your résumé or a brief introduction, driver’s abstract, equipment details, and preferred lanes to [604-349-4700].
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Responsibilities
Transport freight safely and on schedule across Canada, completing required shipping paperwork and communicating load updates to dispatch. Maintain trip, inspection, and hours-of-service records; inspect and care for the tractor; secure freight; and represent the company professionally with customers.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a valid Class 1 driver’s licence, own a reliable highway tractor, and provide valid registration, insurance, safety documentation, and an acceptable driver’s abstract. They should understand hours-of-service rules, inspections, and electronic logging, and be able to travel long distances while meeting schedules; dry van experience is an asset.
Skills
- Safe Long-Haul Driving
- Class 1 Driver’s Licence
- Highway Tractor Operation
- Hours-of-Service Compliance
- Trip Inspections
- Electronic Logging
- Freight Securement and Handling
- Pickup and Delivery Documentation
- Dispatch Communication
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Vehicle Maintenance Reporting
- Commercial Vehicle Compliance
- Long-Distance Travel
- Dry Van Operations
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Categories
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Owner-Operator
- Long-Haul Trucking
- Freight Transportation
- Class 1 Driver’s Licence
- Highway Tractor
- Commercial Vehicle Registration
- Commercial Vehicle Insurance
- Driver’s Abstract
- Safety Documentation
- Hours-of-Service Rules
- Electronic Logging
- Trip Inspections
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- Post-Trip Inspections
- Freight Securement
- Shipping Paperwork
- Dispatch
- Pickup and Delivery
- Dry Van
- Long-Haul Routes
- Independent Contractor