Truck Driver – Flatbed & Mountain Driving Specialist

About the role

HKR Transport Ltd. is seeking a reliable truck driver to join its Edmonton team. You will operate flatbed and special‑purpose trucks, handling both short‑haul and national routes while ensuring safe, efficient delivery of goods.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and adjust routes using GPS and navigation tools to minimize fuel use and emissions.
• Load, unload, tarp, and secure cargo; record cargo details, hours of service, distance and fuel consumption.
• Perform pre‑trip, en‑route and post‑trip inspections, preventive maintenance, brake adjustments and emergency roadside repairs.
• Drive as part of a two‑person team or convoy, handling lighter and special‑purpose trucks.
• Address customer complaints, coach colleagues on new methods, and manage travel itineraries and reservations.
• Calculate repair costs, depreciation and fixed‑asset values when required.

Required profile

• Secondary school graduation certificate.
• 1 to less than 2 years of driving experience on national, provincial/territorial and short‑haul routes.
• Valid Class 1 (or A) licence and Class 5/5F/G licence.
• Air Brake (Z) endorsement and knowledge of driver logbook documentation.
• Valid passport and ability to handle up to 45 kg (100 lb) loads.

Required skills

• Operation of flatbed trucks.
• GPS navigation and route planning.
• Air‑brake system knowledge.
• Pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections.
• Emergency roadside repair techniques.
• Tarping and cargo security procedures.

What we offer

• Permanent full‑time employment under the collective agreement.
• Competitive hourly wage starting at CAD 36.10.
• Opportunities for mountain‑driving expertise development.
• Shift flexibility including morning, day, evening, night and weekend schedules.