Class 1 Winch Truck Driver

Location: La Crête

Knelsen is a leading road construction company providing premier services throughout Alberta. We are currently seeking Class 1 Winch Truck Drivers to join our La Crete location team.

What You’ll DoThis position involves hauling a variety of construction equipment to project sites throughout Alberta while ensuring every load is transported safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all transportation regulations.

Your responsibilities will include:
· Operating Class 1 tractor-trailer combinations with lowboy, flat deck, and winch trailers
· Loading, securing, transporting, and unloading construction equipment safely and efficiently
· Performing daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections
· Completing electronic Hours of Service (Samsara) and daily hazard assessments (Site Docs)
· Ensuring compliance with provincial transportation regulations, oversized load requirements, and company safety policies
· Maintaining accurate trip records and delivery documentation
· Communicating effectively with dispatch, customers, and project personnel
· Keeping assigned equipment clean and reporting maintenance concerns promptly
· Working safely in construction, yard, and job site environments

We're looking for someone who brings experience, professionalism, and a commitment to safety.

What You’ll Bring
· Valid Alberta Class 1 Driver's License
· Current driver's abstract with fewer than six demerits and no major traffic convictions, in accordance with company policy.
· Previous experience hauling construction equipment
· Experience operating lowboy, flat deck, and/or winch trailers
· Knowledge of load securement practices
· Strong commitment to safe work practices
· Ability to work independently while managing time effectively
· Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime when required
· Successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening

Preferred Qualifications
· Experience transporting oversized and overweight loads
· Knowledge of permits and transportation regulations
· Familiarity with operating various types of construction equipment
· Experience using electronic logging devices (ELDs) such as Samsara Additional Information:
· This is a safety-sensitive position; pre-employment drug screening is required

What We Offer:

· Competitive wages with overtime opportunities.
· Benefit Package
· A strong safety culture
· Supportive team environment with experienced dispatch and operations staff

Please apply by submitting a resume to  or complete an application form at our La Crete office.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.