Hotshot Driver – OVERSIZE Flatbed

Company: Task Force Transport & Logistics
Location: Kitchener-Waterloo, ON (Travel Required)
Job Type(s): Full-Time / Part-Time / Contract
Expected Start Date: June–July 2026

About Us

Task Force Transport & Logistics is a Kitchener-based hotshot transport company providing flatbed, power-only, and camper transport services across Southwestern Ontario and beyond. We specialize in time-sensitive, oversize, and industrial freight with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and professional service from pickup to delivery.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Hotshot Driver to operate Ford F-450 pickup trucks with up to 35’ gooseneck trailers. This role involves transporting freight, machinery, oversize loads, and campers, often in tight urban and high-traffic environments.

The position requires reporting to our Kitchener yard at the start of each shift to pick up the trailer and load. The truck may be taken home at the end of the day if preferred; however, the trailer and load must be returned to the yard daily unless otherwise directed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate F-450 pickup trucks with up to 35’ gooseneck trailers

  • Transport freight, machinery, industrial equipment, and campers safely and efficiently

  • Handle oversize loads up to 12’ in width in compliance with regulations

  • Transport bumper pull and fifth wheel campers (small to large units)

  • Perform proper load securement (straps, chains, binders, tarping when required)

  • Complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on every shift (strict requirement)

  • Communicate professionally with dispatch, clients, and site contacts

  • Ensure timely and accurate delivery of all freight

  • Complete required logs and documentation in accordance with ELD regulations

Requirements

  • Valid A/R Class driver’s license or higher

  • Minimum 3 years of truck driving and flatbed experience required

  • Experience operating and towing large trailers

  • Strong knowledge of proper load securement for freight, machinery, and trailers

  • Experience handling oversize loads up to 12' wide, including navigating tight urban and residential environments with precision, safety, and awareness of limited clearance areas

  • Clean driving record

  • Strong punctuality and reliability

  • Ability to start early mornings and work 10–13 hour days

  • Overtime paid after 8 hours per day

  • Ability to travel across Ontario and beyond as required

  • Flexible availability, including early mornings and occasional weekends

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

  • Professional communication with clients and site contacts at all times

  • Confident operation in tight urban environments (Hamilton, Kitchener, Burlington, St. Catharines, and surrounding areas)

  • Must maintain cleanliness and care of company trucks and equipment, treating all assets with respect

  • Must take pride in maintaining clean trucks and well-maintained equipment at all times

  • 24/7 service availability required depending on client demand

What We Offer

  • Competitive rate of pay

  • Overtime paid after 8 hours per day

  • Consistent, year-round work opportunities

  • Flexible scheduling where operationally possible

  • Well-maintained, professional equipment

  • Supportive small-team environment with direct communication and dispatch support

  • Exposure to a wide variety of freight including machinery, equipment, oversize loads, and campers

  • Strong long-term growth potential within a growing transport operation

  • As a growing company, we are committed to expanding opportunities and increasing benefits for our team as the business continues to scale