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Immediate Openings for Calgary Company Drivers

We are looking for 2 Calgary-based Company Driver teams for our Turnpike (LCV) Fleet.

This run is between Calgary and Winnipeg and offers good miles and excellent earning potential.

We require 2 years of verified Class 1 Tractor/Trailer experience and a clean 5-year Alberta Commercial Driver’s Abstract. We will provide certification and training.

If you would like to be considered, please submit your application online or contact our Truck Driver Recruiting Office for more information 877-787-2679.

Immediate Openings for Truck Drivers

Happy April, everyone! Hope you are all enjoying the Spring weather we are getting.

We are looking for Single Manitoba-based Company Drivers for our popular Minnesota / Wisconsin run. This is a great run for drivers who want to be on the road for 3 / 4 days per trip and be able to go home more regularly.

We offer steady loads, assigned tractors, and an excellent work environment. We require 2 years of driving experience, a clean Commercial Driver’s Abstract and a positive attitude.

Submit an online application or contact a Driver Recruiter at 877-787-2679 to find out more about this excellent opportunity including base pay and schedule.

Would be great fit if you are a Canada / USA Tractor / Trailer driver from Manitoba!

Are You Ready to Become an Owner Operator

Get into the Driver’s Seat with the TransX Leasing Program

Any way you look at it, semis are expensive and they can be a big investment for owner operators (not to mention the risks involved!). If you are a company driver looking to take the next step in your trucking career, the TransX Leasing Program can help you get there – without the hassle and the huge down payment.

With many years of experience in the transportation industry, we know the barriers that prevent many good drivers from becoming owner operators. Whether it is financing, lack of capital or bad credit, we want to help qualified candidates take the next step in their careers.

What you need to know:

Internal applicants must have a proven track record and deemed a low safety and compliance risk.
External applicants must meet all of our hiring criteria. Our hiring standards will not be lowered to attract leased operators.
All applicants must be willing to run in Canada and the United States, work 24 days per month and be away from home for up to 12 – 14 days per trip.
All applicants must also participate in a Business Skills for Owner Operator seminar presented by TransX (at no cost to the owner operator).

Benefits of the TransX Leasing Program:

Zero down payment and no security deposit required
24-hour maintenance support and pricing programs within North America
Fuel pricing and rebate programs within North America
Paid licensing, fleet insurance, WCB, heavy use tax, tolls/bridges/scales included
Satellite and electronic logs supplied and installed at no cost
We offer industry-leading pay packages

If you are interested in learning more about the Leasing Program, the financial terms or probationary period details, you can visit our webpage or get in touch with our recruiters for assistance. They are only a phone call or email away!

Winter Survival Kit

Slippery or snow covered roads, reduced visibility, and bitter cold temperatures – winter in Canada can be quite unpredictable for drivers. That is why it is important for us, as drivers, to be prepared at all times and for all types of road conditions.

One of the ways you can stay safe on the roads in winter is to keep a ‘survival kit’ with you on your long drives. Your kit should include items that would help you survive for 24 – 48 hours at a minimum, even without a heater.

Here are some items you might consider stocking up on for your ‘winter survival kit’:

Matches & Candles
Flashlights & Extra Batteries or a Wind Up Flashlight
Non-perishable foods like protein or energy bars
Water in Plastic Bottles (in case the water freezes, you don’t want the bottle to break)
Blankets or sleeping bag
Extra clothing such as shoes / boots, mitts, hats
Shovel, Scraper and Snowbrush
First Aid Kit
Seatbelt Cutter
Saw or Hatchet
Wire and rope
Tow rope
Jumper cables
Basic tool kit with pliers, crowbar / hammer, screwdrivers, adjustable wrench, duct tape and WD40
Sand, salt or non-clumping cat litter

The list may seem long now but in the case of an emergency, you’ll be glad to have these items on hand! If you don’t already have a survival kit, take the time now to prepare one. When the roads get treacherous, remember to stay safe. Trust your judgement and take a break from your driving if you think the roads are not safe for driving.

Know Your Roads – Winter Driving Conditions to Watch Out For

Whether you’re driving for our Western, Eastern or Line Haul divisions, you’re sure to encounter some risky and dangerous road conditions in the winter from time to time. Especially if you’re driving longer routes, you might even witness drastic differences from region to the next!

So what do you have to watch out for? Let’s start with the basics:

Blizzards
Blizzards are the most dangerous of winter storms and are a combination of snow, high winds and low temperatures.
Issue: Falling, Blowing or Drifting Snow can significantly reduce road visibility

Heavy Snowfall
How much snow is considered a heavy snowfall? Environment Canada defines heavy snowfall as 15 – 20 cm within 24 hours (accumulation may be lower in temperate climates)
Issue: Reduced visibility

Freezing Rain or Drizzle
These can lead to ice storms resulting in icy and slippery roads and reduced visibility.
Issue: Ice covered roads, trees, power lines etc.

Cold Snap
A cold snap refers to rapidly falling temperature over a short period of time resulting in extreme cold.
Issue: Icy road conditions

Winds
Winds often create blizzards by causing blowing and drifting snow.
Issue: Reduced visibility and chance of wind chill

Black Ice
Just as the name suggests, black ice refers to the thin layer of ice on a road that is often hard to see and can make the road look black and shiny. Remember that the roads tend to freeze more quickly in shaded areas, on bridges and on overpasses and can remain long after the sun comes up!
Issue: Extremely slippery roads

Slush
Slush is what we call wet snow. Normally, melting snow is a good thing (means that temperatures are rising!) but slush can make it difficult for you to steer when it builds up in the well wheels.
Issue: Affects your steering

Remember, safety first on the road! Remember your training and trust your judgement. Stop and take a break from driving if you think the roads are unsafe.

Do you have any winter driving stories to share?

Refer a Friend to TransX!

Do you know someone who is interested in working for TransX? If you are a current Western Line Haul Owner / Operator or Company Driver and know someone who would be a good fit for our team, you can refer them through our Referral Program!

The person you are referring must meet the following requirements:

Must be a company driver with more than 2 years of verifiable experience
Must be new to TransX (have no previous experience with CanXPress or the TransX Group of Companies)
Must have a clean driver abstract with no more than 2 violations in the past 3 years and no major accidents within the last 3 years
Have positive work references

Additional terms and conditions may apply.

How to Refer Your Friends

Referring your friends to TransX is easy – just get in touch with us through our website or contact one of our driver recruiters in your region!

You will earn $500 for each successful referral and you can make as many referrals as you would like!

We are always looking for professional, experienced drivers to join our team – so help us grow our team!