{"id":793287,"url":"https://alion.io/job/thesutherland-class-1-lowbed-driver-kootenays-bc-on-site-in-the-west-kootenays-bc","title":"Class 1 Lowbed Driver – Kootenays, BC (On-site in the West Kootenays, BC)","company":{"id":694356,"name":"The Sutherland","domain":"thesutherland.group","url":"https://alion.io/company/thesutherland","size_band":"51-200","is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"ats_vendor":"Breezy","truth_index":null},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":null,"employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Trail, Canada"],"countries":["CA"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":45,"max":null,"currency":"USD","period":"hour","gross":null,"usd_annual":90000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-11T16:20:02Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-11","last_verified_at":"2026-09-24T02:50:46Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":12,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":12},"description":"The Class 1 Lowbed Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of heavy equipment and machinery throughout the Kootenays and surrounding regions. This role operates lowbed truck and trailer combinations to haul oversize and overweight loads, ensuring compliance with permitting, route requirements, and transportation regulations. Success in this position requires strong load securement skills, a commitment to safety, equipment care, and the ability to deliver professional, reliable service in a dynamic operating environment.\nWhy Drive with Us?\nReliable year-round work with steady miles and long-term stability \nCompetitive pay, comprehensive rewards and benefits \nModern equipment, ISAAC E-logs, and 24/7 operational support \nOpportunities to build a long-term career, not just a job \nA team-first culture built on safety, respect, and transparency \nCross-training opportunities across all divisions on variety of equipment types \nLocal roots and proud supporters of the communities where we live and work \nCompensation & Schedule\n$45.00 per hour\nDrivers are paid in accordance with the applicable rate for this position. Additional premiums, allowances, and benefits may apply. \nResponsibilities\nOperate lowbed truck and trailer hauling heavy equipment and machinery \nTransport oversize and overweight loads in compliance with provincial regulations \nPlan routes and ensure proper permitting for over-dimensional loads \nSafely load and secure equipment for transport \nAssist with loading/unloading equipment where required \nConduct pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure safety and equipment compliance \nMaintain accurate electronic logs and trip data using ISAAC system \nEnsure all loads are secured and transported safely \nKeep equipment clean and in safe working condition \nQualifications\nValid Class 1 Driver’s Licence \nProven experience operating lowbed trailers \nExperience hauling oversize and overweight loads \nStrong understanding of provincial over-dimensional regulations and restrictions \nAbility to safely operate heavy equipment (asset) \nStrong commitment to safety and compliance \nAcceptable commercial driver’s abstract \nAbility to pass pre-employment Drug & Alcohol Testing \nAbility to work in various weather conditions and physical environments \nBenefits & Total Rewards\nExtended health, dental and vision \nComprehensive wellness and paramedical support \nEmployee assistance program \nGenerous pension matching \nReferral bonus opportunities \nAbout Sutco Transportation\nSutco Transportation is a leading transportation and logistics provider serving the forestry, mining, and industrial sectors across North America, recognized for its commitment to safety, innovation, and service excellence. Sutco provides an industry-leading level of professionalism, aimed at meeting the satisfaction, safety and success of our business partners and Team Members.\nRecognized as a Top Fleet Employer, Top Fleet of Distinction and Premium Carrier, Sutco is a leader in safety, innovation and sustainability.\nAbout Sutherland Group\nThe Sutherland Group is a family of companies operating across transportation, construction, forestry, environmental, mining, marine, and industrial services. For 30 years, we have invested in our people, supported career growth, and delivered exceptional work for our customers and communities.\nJoin the Team\nReady to build your career with a team that lives its values every day? We seek people who are Curious & Adaptable, Trustworthy, Humbly Confident, Better Together, and ready to Make It Happen. We'd love to hear from you.\nDifferent perspectives build better teams. The Sutherland Group of Companies is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring a diverse workforce and ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusivity in the workplace. We encourage applications from any protected basis such as persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America and any other basis under applicable law.\nIf you require any accommodation at any point during the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources team at 778-754-4021.","description_format":"text","description_chars":4161,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Equity"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":[],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-12T04:11:40Z"}],"liveness":{"score":80,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.797,"p_room":1,"age_days":12,"expected_fill_days":43,"reasons":["conf:2","wave","win:early"],"computed_at":"2026-09-24T05:45:00Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":90000,"is_top_pay":true},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/thesutherland-class-1-lowbed-driver-kootenays-bc-on-site-in-the-west-kootenays-bc","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/thesutherland-class-1-lowbed-driver-kootenays-bc-on-site-in-the-west-kootenays-bc.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-24T06:05:43Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers"}}