Overview
Flatbed Truck Driver 2025
With Some Duties as a Local Truck Driver
Posted on March 10, 2025
Employer Details: McConchie Trucking
Job Overview
McConchie Trucking, a trusted name in the transportation industry, is looking for experienced and reliable Flatbed Truck Drivers to join our team in Norton, New Brunswick. This full-time, permanent position offers competitive pay, various benefits, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic and essential industry. The successful candidate will also perform duties as a local truck driver as required.
Position Details:
- Job Title: Flatbed Truck Driver (with local trucking duties)
- Job Location: Norton, NB
- Workplace Information: On-site work required
- Salary: $65,000 to $95,000 annually (negotiable)
- Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week
- Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full-time
- Shifts: Day, Evening, Night, Flexible Hours, Early Morning, Morning
- Start Date: As soon as possible
- Benefits: Health, Financial, and Other Benefits
- Number of Vacancies: 2
- Job Bank Reference Number: #3253299
Language Requirements
- English proficiency is required to communicate effectively and adhere to safety regulations.
Education & Experience for Flatbed Truck Driver
- Education: No degree, certificate, or diploma required
- Experience: 2 to 3 years of relevant truck driving experience
Work Setting
This is an on-site position, and employees must be physically present at work locations. Remote work is not an option.
- The job includes local, regional, and long-haul transportation.
- Deliveries and pick-ups may involve various locations, including international, national, and provincial routes.
Job Responsibilities for Flatbed Truck Driver
As a Flatbed Truck Driver, your primary duties will include:
- Planning or adjusting routes using GPS or other navigation tools to maximize fuel efficiency and reduce carbon emissions
- Providing professional customer service while interacting with clients
- Inspecting and ensuring the proper functioning of the truck, including brakes, lights, tires, cold storage units, and other essential equipment
- Performing pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections and documenting findings
- Conducting emergency roadside repairs when necessary
- Receiving and relaying dispatch information in a timely manner
- Recording cargo details, hours of service, distance traveled, and fuel consumption
- Securing loads using tarping and other safety measures to prevent damage
Required Certifications & Licenses
Applicants must have the following certifications:
- AZ Class License
- Air Brakes Endorsement
- Class 1/1F/A Licence (for semi-trailer trucks)
- Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
- Valid Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)
- WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) Certificate (preferred)
Experience and Specialization
Applicants with experience in handling the following documentation will be given preference:
- Accident/incident reports
- Bill of lading
- Driver logbook
- Inspection reports (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- Maintenance and repair reports
- Trip reports
Type of Trucking & Equipment
- Flatbed Trucks
- Extended Length Tractor-Trailer Combinations
- Tractor-Trailers (including B-trains)
Transportation & Travel Experience
- Local, Regional, Provincial, National, and International routes
- Short-haul and Long-haul transportation
- Willingness to travel overnight and for extended periods
Security & Safety Requirements
To ensure the safety of our operations, applicants must:
- Have a valid passport (for cross-border travel if required)
- Pass a criminal record check
- Provide a driving record abstract
- Pass a drug test
Work Conditions & Physical Demands
- Physically demanding work, requiring lifting and securing loads up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
- Handling heavy loads and working in various weather conditions
- Extended periods of sitting while driving
- Occasional overtime required
- Repetitive tasks
Tools & Equipment Provided
Drivers must be prepared to use and maintain the following equipment:
- Cellular phone
- Hard hat
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Tools for minor vehicle repairs
- Safety vest and gloves
Personal Suitability & Soft Skills
We are looking for individuals who demonstrate the following qualities:
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Strong judgment and problem-solving skills
- Organized and detail-oriented work approach
- Reliable and hardworking
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Patience and strong work ethic
Employee Benefits for Flatbed Truck Driver 2025
Health Benefits:
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
Financial Benefits:
- Bonus incentives
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance coverage
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) contributions
Other Benefits:
- Employer-paid training and learning opportunities
Who Can Apply for This Job?
To be eligible for this role, you must:
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a temporary resident with a valid work permit.
- Do not apply if you are not legally authorized to work in Canada, as applications from non-eligible candidates will not be considered.
How to Apply for Flatbed Truck Driver 2025
By Email:
Submit your resume and cover letter to: jobs@mcconchietrucking.ca
How-to-Apply Instructions:
When submitting your application, please include:
- Cover letter
- References attesting to experience
- Letter of recommendation
- Copy of portfolio or relevant work examples
- Highest level of education and name of the institution
Screening Questions
Applicants must answer the following questions in their application:
- Are you available for shift or on-call work?
- Are you available for the advertised start date?
- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Are you willing to relocate for this position?
- Do you currently reside near the advertised location?
- Do you have prior experience in this field?
- Do you have the required certifications listed above?
- What is your highest level of education?
Application Deadline for Flatbed Truck Driver
- Advertised until: March 24, 2025
Important Notice
This job posting was directly posted by the employer on the Job Bank. While the Government of Canada has taken steps to ensure accuracy, it does not guarantee its authenticity. Applicants should apply using the official channels mentioned above.
