Now Hiring:
Owner-Operator Truck Driver
Owner-Operator Truck Drivers | Heavy Haul & Open Deck Freight | Based out of Western Canada | Canada & U.S. Routes
The Bowline Logistics team plays a key role in moving oversized, high-value, and specialized freight across Western Canada and the United States. Our reputation is built on one thing above all else, great drivers and great partners.
We’re expanding our network and looking for experienced Owner-Operator Truck Drivers who take pride in their equipment, their professionalism, and the work they do. If you operate your own truck and want consistent work, reliable dispatch support, and the opportunity to run Canada and U.S. routes, Bowline Logistics offers the freight and long-term partnership to grow your business alongside ours.
Whether you prefer cross-border long haul runs or steady Western Canadian work, our team works with you to build flexible routes that fit your equipment and your goals.
About the Role
As an Owner-Operator Truck Driver, you will operate your own commercial vehicle while working closely with the Bowline Logistics dispatch team to transport freight safely and efficiently.
You will handle a wide range of shipments including heavy haul, oversized equipment, open deck freight, and LTL loads, supporting industries across Western Canada and beyond.
The ideal partner is like-minded and professional, representing Bowline Logistics with integrity while upholding the same core values that drive our company.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Transport freight safely and efficiently to designated destinations across Canada and the United States.
- Operate and maintain your commercial truck in excellent working condition, including scheduling routine inspections and repairs.
- Ensure all cargo is properly secured and compliant with weight restrictions and load securement regulations.
- Maintain accurate documentation including trip logs, delivery records, permits, and other transportation paperwork.
- Communicate effectively with dispatchers, shippers, receivers, and customers regarding schedules, delays, and route updates.
- Adhere to all federal, provincial/state, and local transportation laws and regulations.
What We’re Looking For
- Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) / Class 1 license with a clean driving record.
- Minimum 3 years of professional truck driving experience preferred.
- Ownership or lease of a well-maintained commercial truck suitable for long-haul freight.
- Strong understanding of freight transportation, road safety regulations, and cargo securement.
- Experience with open deck, step deck, heavy haul, or specialized freight is considered a strong asset.
- Comfortable handling cross-border freight and customs documentation.
- Excellent time management and the ability to operate independently while maintaining strong communication with dispatch.
- Professional attitude with a commitment to safety, reliability, and customer service.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for extended periods while operating commercial vehicles on long-haul routes.
- Capable of lifting, securing, and inspecting cargo when required.
Compensation & Perks
- Earnings are based on negotiated contract
- Owner-operators have the potential for strong earning opportunities depending on routes, availability, and performance.
Join the Team. Drive with Bowline.
Join the Team That Moves What Matters
At Bowline Logistics, we don’t just move freight, we move careers forward. Whether you’re behind the wheel, behind a desk, or out in the field, you’ll find more than just a job here. You’ll find a team that backs each other, challenges each other, and grows together.
We’re always looking for great people to join our crew. Drivers, dispatchers, logistics pros, mechanics, admins—you name it. If you bring the hustle, we’ll bring the opportunity.
This Could Be the Start of Something Big
From one truck and one trailer to a trusted cross-border operation, Bowline was built by people who weren’t afraid to get their hands dirty and their boots on the ground. If that sounds like you, you’re in the right place.
Why Work at Bowline
Real People. Real Respect.
We’re not big on egos. We’re big on effort. If you do good work, you’ll be valued here—plain and simple.
Leadership That Gets It.
Our President still drives. Our team leads from the ground up. We know the work because we’ve done the work.
Cross-Border Growth.
With operations across Canada and the U.S., we offer more than local gigs. We offer career routes that go the distance.
Family-First Culture.
Many of us have kids, farms, fixer-uppers, and lives outside the job. We get it, we support it and we treat each other like we’re family too.
