Cross-Border Long-Haul Owner-Operator

Bison Transport•Regina, SK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position requires owner-operators to be on the road for 7 to 14 days at a time, averaging 10,000 to 12,000 miles per month. Drivers will be available for dispatch 24 days a month and will take resets on the road as required. The role involves running open-board, Canada/U.S. long-haul. Southbound freight can depart from any Bison location into any of the lower 48 states, and northbound freight can go into any Canadian Province or Territory. Drivers are required to drive in Ontario (17) and U.S. Mountains 12 months a year. Regional freight will also be required. The role involves hauling all commodities, including meat and alcohol. A flexible schedule requiring weekend departures is necessary.

Requirements

Owner-Operator with 24 months tractor-trailer experience.
Tractor must be equipped with a DEF system.
Must be U.S. qualified.
Minimum of 6 months U.S. driving experience.
Minimum of 6 months Highway 17 experience.
Must be able to work weekends.
Must have a valid Class 1/AZ License.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs. or more.
Must be reliable, flexible, and punctual.
Must have strong communication skills.
Must value safety.
Must be registered with the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

CP Rail experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Be on the road 7 to 14 days at a time.
Average 10,000 to 12,000 miles per month.
Be available for dispatch 24 days a month.
Take resets on the road as required.
Run open-board, Canada/U.S. long-haul.
Haul southbound freight from any Bison location into any of the lower 48 states.
Haul northbound freight into any of the Canadian Provinces and Territories.
Drive 17 in Ontario, 12 months a year.
Drive U.S. Mountains 12 months of the year.
Haul all commodities including meat and alcohol.
Depart on weekends as required.
Lift 50 lbs. or more, with driver assist required on occasion.