Job description:
AZ/AR FLATBED & HOTSHOT TRUCK DRIVERARMOR HAULAGE INC. — Stoney Creek, Ontario

FULL-TIME | LONG-HAUL | CANADA-WIDE | USA TRAVEL COMING SOON

ARMOR HAULAGE INC. is a rapidly growing transportation company specializing in flatbed and hotshot transportation across Canada, with USA lanes starting soon.

We are looking for experienced, professional AZ/AR drivers who understand flatbed operations and are comfortable with long-haul work.

***PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING***

THIS IS NOT A GENERAL TRUCK-DRIVING POSITION.

We are specifically looking for drivers with strong, recent flatbed experience.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Ontario AZ or AR licence — REQUIRED
Minimum 5 YEARS of professional FLATBED driving experience — REQUIRED
Minimum 3 YEARS of verifiable commercial driving experience/insurance letter — REQUIRED
Clean driver's abstract
Proven experience securing and transporting flatbed freight
Long-haul experience
Ability and willingness to travel throughout Canada
Experience using Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) is a MUST
Must be comfortable using an ELD and willing to learn ARMOR HAULAGE's ELD system
USA experience is an asset but NOT required at this time
USA travel will be available as our USA operations expand
Professional communication and customer-service skills
Strong safety record and commitment to following all applicable regulations

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED FLATBED EXPERIENCE.

OUR EQUIPMENT:
Our operation includes hotshot pickup trucks and flatbed trailers, as well as larger flatbed equipment.
Depending on the position and equipment assigned, drivers may operate:

Hotshot pickup trucks with trailers
40' flatbed trailers
48' flatbed trailers
53' flatbed trailers
Other flatbed equipment as required
Drivers must be comfortable working with different types of flatbed equipment and understand the requirements involved in loading, securing, transporting and delivering flatbed freight safely.

LICENCE REQUIREMENTS:
A VALID ONTARIO AZ OR AR LICENCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION.

Applicants must have the appropriate licence and experience for the equipment they will operate.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
As an ARMOR HAULAGE driver, you will be responsible for the safe and professional transportation of flatbed freight.

Your responsibilities will include:

Safely operating assigned trucks, pickup trucks and trailers
Transporting various types of flatbed freight
Properly loading, securing and tarping freight when required
Understanding and following proper load-securement procedures
Completing thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections
Checking tires, lights, fluids, brakes and other safety equipment
Reporting mechanical issues, damage or safety concerns immediately
Maintaining the assigned truck and trailer in a clean and professional condition
Ensuring freight is protected and properly secured throughout transportation
Completing required paperwork and delivery documentation
Using the company's Electronic Logging Device (ELD) system as required
Accurately recording and maintaining required Hours of Service and driver logs through the ELD
Communicating professionally with customers, dispatch and management
Following all applicable Ontario and Canadian transportation regulations
Following ARMOR HAULAGE safety policies and procedures
Immediately reporting roadside inspections, accidents, incidents or interactions with law enforcement
Following all distracted-driving and company safety policies
Performing long-haul runs as required

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
We are looking for professional drivers — not just someone who holds an AZ/AR licence.

The successful candidate should:

✔ Have 5 years of hands-on flatbed experience

✔ Understand proper load securement

✔ Be comfortable with long-haul transportation

✔ Be able to work independently and responsibly

✔ Take pride in keeping equipment clean and well maintained

✔ Have a professional attitude when dealing with customers and dispatch

✔ Have a strong safety mindset

✔ Be dependable and punctual

✔ Be mechanically inclined — an asset, but NOT required

✔ Be willing to travel throughout Canada

✔ Be willing to travel to the USA when required — USA travel is NOT MANDATORY at this time

✔ Have experience using an ELD, or be willing and able to learn and properly use ARMOR HAULAGE's ELD system

✔ Be comfortable using electronic systems for Hours of Service, driver logs and required documentation

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
PLEASE HAVE THE FOLLOWING AVAILABLE WHEN APPLYING:

1. Resume
Your resume should clearly identify your flatbed driving experience.

2. Driver's Abstract
A clean driver's abstract is required.

3. Experience / Insurance Letter
A MINIMUM OF 3 YEARS OF VERIFIABLE COMMERCIAL DRIVING EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.
Applicants must provide an insurance/experience letter or other acceptable documentation verifying their driving experience.

4. Flatbed Experience
A MINIMUM OF 5 YEARS OF FLATBED EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

Please clearly identify your flatbed experience on your resume, including the type of equipment and freight you have operated.

***CANADA-WIDE / USA TRAVEL***

Our current operation includes Canada-wide long-haul transportation, including Quebec.

THERE IS NO LOCAL-ONLY WORK AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION.

Drivers must be comfortable with long-haul routes and being away from home as required by the assigned run.

USA TRAVEL WILL BE STARTING SOON.

USA experience is an asset, but you DO NOT need previous USA experience to apply, and USA travel is NOT mandatory at this time.

WHAT ARMOR HAULAGE OFFERS:
Full-time employment opportunities
Competitive compensation based on experience and equipment
Long-haul opportunities
Canada-wide routes
USA opportunities as operations expand
Well-maintained trucks and trailers
Support from dispatch and management
Opportunities for growth within a rapidly expanding company
Professional and safety-focused work environment
Paid weekly

HOW TO APPLY:
If you meet ALL of the mandatory requirements above, we would like to hear from you.
Please email your resume, driver's abstract and 3-year experience/insurance letter to:
maddie@armorgroupofcompanies.ca

Please include "AZ/AR FLATBED DRIVER" in the subject line.

***IMPORTANT *** — PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING

5 YEARS FLATBED EXPERIENCE IS A MUST.

VALID AZ/AR LICENCE IS A MUST.

CLEAN DRIVER'S ABSTRACT IS REQUIRED.

3 YEARS VERIFIABLE DRIVING/INSURANCE EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

ELD EXPERIENCE IS PREFERRED; HOWEVER, THE DRIVER MUST BE WILLING AND ABLE TO LEARN AND PROPERLY USE ARMOR HAULAGE'S ELD SYSTEM.

APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT MEET ALL OF THE ABOVE MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED.

ARMOR HAULAGE INC. is an equal-opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Stoney Creek, Ontario / On the Road

Schedule: Monday–Friday, with long-haul scheduling as required

Pay: To be determined based on experience and equipment

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Casual dress

Experience:
Flatbed : 4 years (required)

Work Location: In person