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September / October 2015

Take advantage of all the benefits a leading international carrier can offer you. Choose from many fleet options to fit your lifestyle and enjoy our world-class leasing program: • $0 Down • If You Qualify for Hyndman, You Qualify to Lease • Per-Mile or Fixed Weekly Payment Options

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September / October 2015

secure a job with Edge Siemens Transportation Group Inc.

Are you looking for a challenge? Hiring Company Drivers and Owner Operators Ask about our Lease to Own Program Contact us at: driver.recruitment@edgetransport.com or 1.888.878.9585

September / October 2015

eDITOR’S nOTE

s summer winds down, I hope everyone has enjoyed the season. As I sat down to write this, I was listening to the radio and heard that our area was hit with heavy rains last night. Someone was hit and killed in a cross walk when the traffic signals were on the red amber flashing cycle. Why didn’t the driver slow down and look for hazards. That incident need not have occurred. It provided me with a topic for this note, “Common Sense”. Fall is coming and on its heels winter will follow, with the dreaded ice, snow, and unpredictable weather. As professional drivers we must adjust to conditions as they present themselves because

we have no choice but to go. The freight must move! That’s where common sense comes in. Let the four wheelers be the risk takers. If we start to adjust ourselves now to future conditions, we will be ready to face them when they hit. If necessary it’s better to shut down in a safe location than to take unnecessary chances. Let’s be smart and let someone else have the inconvenience of a collision. By being prepared, packing your winter gear, slowing down and practicing common sense you can be prepared and avoid the conditions that are soon to come. “Be safe practice common sense”

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ALBERTA

BRITISH COLUMBIA

JOBS

A-Kalala Transport Ltd__________________877.507.0123

ONTARIO

Casey Transport Ltd__________________ 604.755.4301 Coastal Pacific Xpress (CPX)_______ 604.575.4200 Ext. 311

A-Kalala Transport Ltd__________________877.507.0123

MANITOBA

Casey Transport Ltd__________________ 604.755.4301

JOBS

Coastal Pacific Xpress (CPX)_______ 604.575.4200 Ext. 311

Jagged Edge Enterprises Ltd_____________ 604.859.4551

iHaul Freight Ltd._____________________800.572.4646

Jete’s MTB Group______________________604.580.1234

Jagged Edge Enterprises Ltd_____________ 604.859.4551

Key West Express Ltd__________________604.539.1700

Jete’s Trucking_______________________604.580.1234

Light Speed Logistics Inc_______ 877.730.0393 ext 8486

Key West Express Ltd__________________604.539.1700

Commercial Logistics Inc._____________604.276.1370 Heyl Truck Line_______________________877.828.4416 iHaul Freight Ltd._____________________800.572.4646

SASKATCHEWAN

JOBS

Edge Transportation Services Ltd________1.888.878.9585 Heyl Truck Line_______________________877.828.4416

Light Speed Logistics Inc_______ 877.730.0393 ext 8486

T UCK BODY & PAINT

Mander Bros. Enterprises Ltd____________604.498.3540

604-235-4480-------------www.atitruckbodyandpaint.com

Marnor Holdings Ltd (MHL Transport)______800.488.2985

ALBERTA

JOBS

Manney Transport Ltd__________________604.755.7131

Mander Bros. Enterprises Ltd____________604.498.3540

TRUCK BODY AND

Manney Transport Ltd__________________604.755.7131

PAINT SERVICES

Marnor Holdings Ltd (MHL Transport)______800.488.2985

MANITOBA

Mitrux Services Ltd.__________________866.834.6275

www.Danatec.com

Monarch Transport (1975) Ltd__________1.800.661.9937

JOBS

North Coast Trucking Ltd. _______________800.514.3350 Q-Line Trucking______________________306.651.4837 Road Rider Transport__________________877.447.4337 CUSTOM PAINT

JOBS!!!

Royal City Trucking ICBC approved heavy collision Ltd._______________877.791.2061 repairs.

Custom body and paint work for commercial Sandhu Express Inc____________________604.690.6309 truck ,trailer ,bus, motorhomes, limo’s,

industrial equipment and cars. Scotlynn Longhorn Group________800.263.9117 ext. 2536 Sandblasting and Painting. Shadow Transport Group__________800.663.1421 Shuttle andLines Towing services. ICBC Valet Shop Authorized. SLH Transport Inc___________________1.855.564.8029 ICBC Express Glass Services.

Supersonic Transport Ltd. _______________604.598.2727

604-235-448

Supreme Chain Logistics Ltd.____________604.585.1415 Titan Transport Ltd.____________________800.667.7080

www.atitruckbodyandpaint.com

Transource Freightways_________________604.525.0527 TransX #6 -Group_______________________1.877.787.2679 7945 Alexander Rd Delta, BC V4G 1C6 True Tractor Service Ltd. (TTS)___________604.593.5554

Mitrux Services Ltd.__________________866.834.6275 North Coast Trucking Ltd. _______________800.514.3350 Payne Transportation________________1.866.GO.PAYNE Q-Line Trucking______________________306.651.4837 Royal City Trucking Ltd._______________877.791.2061 Sandhu Express Inc____________________604.690.6309 Shadow Lines Transport Group________1.800.663.1421 SLH Transport Inc___________________1.855.564.8029 Titan Transport Ltd.____________________800.667.7080 Transource Freightways________________604.525.0527 TransX Group_______________________1.877.787.2679 True Tractor Service Ltd. (TTS)___________604.593.5554

Vankam Transport_______________800.826.5261 ext 861

Watt & Stewart Trucking Inc______________403.625.4436

Winnipeg Motor Express_______________ 800.665.7266

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September / October 2015

JOIN A COMPANY

THAT CARES ABOUT YOU!

TTS Ltd. is Growing!

HIRING OWNER OPERATORS (BC & ALBERTA) We Offer: • Pin to Pin • No Paint Code • No Start Up Costs • Fuel Cards • Great Insurance Savings • Excellent Pay Package (Best in Industry) • Pay 2 Times per Month • Guaranteed Home Time

DON’T DELAY! CALL TODAY!

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We Require: • Very Clean 2 Axle Truck • Clean Current Driver’s Abstract • No Accidents • Min. 1 Year Winter Highway Experience • Positive, Professional, Attitude

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“GOOD PEOPLE” ARE THE KEY TO OUR SUCCESS

JOBS

BRITISH COLUMBIA

JOBS JOBS

September / October 2015

SASKATCHEWAN ONTARIO JOBS

ONTARIO

Edge Transportation Services Ltd________1.888.878.9585 Hyndman____________________________800.332.0515 North Coast Trucking Ltd. _______________800.514.3350 Payne Transportation_________________1.866.GO.PAYNE Q-Line Trucking_______________________306.651.4837 Sandhu Express Inc____________________604.690.6309 Select Classic Carriers________________800.409.1733 SLH Transport Inc___________________1.855.564.8029 Titan Transport Ltd.____________________800.667.7080 Transource Freightways_________________604.525.0527 TransX Group_______________________1.877.787.2679 Watt & Stewart Trucking Inc______________403.625.4436 Winnipeg Motor Express_______________ 800.665.7266

Casey Transport Ltd__________________ 604.755.4301

MANITOBA

JOBS

ALBERTA SASKATCHEWAN JOBS

JOBS

MANITOBA ALBERTA JOBS

JOBS JOBS

Casey Transport Ltd__________________ 604.755.4301 Edge Transportation Services Ltd________1.888.878.9585 Heyl Truck Line_______________________877.828.4416 Hyndman____________________________800.332.0515 Light Speed Logistics Inc_______ 877.730.0393 ext 8486 North Coast Trucking Ltd. _______________800.514.3350 Payne Transportation_________________1.866.GO.PAYNE Q-Line Trucking_______________________306.651.4837 Sandhu Express Inc____________________604.690.6309 Scotlynn Longhorn Group________800.263.9117 ext. 2536 Select Classic Carriers__________________800.409.1733 Shadow Lines Transport Group___________800.663.1421 SLH Transport Inc___________________1.855.564.8029 Titan Transport Ltd.____________________800.667.7080 Transam Carriers Inc___________877.907.8101 ext. 4042 Transource Freightways_________________604.525.0527 TransX Group_______________________1.877.787.2679 Watt & Stewart Trucking Inc______________403.625.4436 Winnipeg Motor Express_______________ 800.665.7266 Publications Mail Agreement #42378023

JOBS

SASKATCHEWAN

Coastal Pacific Xpress (CPX)_______ 604.575.4200 Ext. 311 Edge Transportation Services Ltd________1.888.878.9585

JOBS

Heyl Truck Line_______________________877.828.4416 Hyndman____________________________800.332.0515 Jagged EdgeHappy Enterprises Ltd_____________ 604.859.4551

ALBERTA

Holidays Mander Bros. Enterprises Ltd____________604.498.3540

from Ltd. _______________800.514.3350 North Coast Trucking our family to yours.

JOBS

Payne Transportation_________________1.866.GO.PAYNE Q-Line Trucking_______________________306.651.4837 Road Rider Transport__________________877.447.4337 Royal City Trucking Ltd._______________877.791.2061

MANITOBA

Scotlynn Longhorn Group________800.263.9117 ext. 2536

WeTransport are currently seeking SLH Inc___________________1.855.564.8029 OPERATORS Titan OWNER Transport Ltd.____________________800.667.7080 Required in all terminals

Transam Carriers Inc___________877.907.8101 ext. 4042 Transource Freightways_________________604.525.0527 Call Today! 1-855-564-8029

TransX Group________________________877.787.2679 Apply online

www.slh.ca

Winnipeg Motor Express_______________ 800.665.7266

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September / October 2015

TRANSource

FREIGHTWAYS

www.transourcefreightways.ca

“An Industry Leader in Freight Logistics Through Commitment to Absolute Quality, Customer Service and Reliability”

EXPERIENCED CLASS 1 Drivers Wanted (Delta, B.C.)

10 Long Haul Truck Drivers Required Immediately Job Duties include: operate and drive tractor-trailer, articulated, double trailers or straight trucks to transport goods and materials between BC and Alberta. Plan travel logistics, schedules and routes, use gps, maps and other trip planning aids. Responsible for all documentation regarding delivery and pick up, responsible for fuel consumption logs, hours of service (log books). Perform and document pre-trip inspections, en-route and post-trip inspections of vehicle and safety equipment. Fill out and report accident or incident reports, maintenance and/or repair reports, trip reports. Responsible for securing cargo properly. Receive and relay information to central dispatcher, Drive independently or as part of a two-person team or convoy. Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment, monitor vehicle performance, mechanical ﬁtness and may be required to perform roadside repairs.

Terms of employment: This is a permanent full time position - Wage: $24/hr CDN

Beneﬁts: We offer optional employer/employee extended medical beneﬁts plan after 6 months. Location of work: 620 Aldford Avenue, Delta and various locations across BC and AB Skills & Education: High School preferred. Work Experience: At least 1 year truck driving experience and clean driver's abstract preferred. The applicant must also have: Class 1 drivers licence or equivalent and the ability to work well with others.

Contact: hrtsfresumes@gmail.com Tel. 604-525-0527

Transource Freightways Ltd. - 620 Aldford Avenue. Delta BC

September / October 2015

FRIENDLY PEOPLE GREAT OPPORTUNITIES CONSISTENT FREIGHT

NOW HIRING Find everything you've been Looking for

September / October 2015

LINEHAUL HIGHWAY Drivers/Owner Operators

For Van-Kamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s group of Companies based out of Surrey, Prince George, Castlegar, Kelowna or Kamloops. For Runs Throughout BC/AB/US We offer above average rates & benefits. Winter & Mountain experience required Van Kam is comitted to employment equity and enviromental responsibility. We thank you for your interest, however only those of interest will be contacted.

Email current abstract, Resume & detail of truck to:careers@vankam.com

604-968-5488

Fax: 604-587-9889 or Call BEV 1-800-826-5261 ext. 861

September / October 2015

NEED Company Drivers and Owner Operators

For our Reefer & Dry Van Division

BC & Alberta Lanes

NEW CONTRACT LOTS OF LOADS

We Provide:

We Require:

Fuel Cards Health Benefits Flexible Time Off Late Model Equipment Satellite Communications Extra Drops & Pickups Paid

2 Years Experience Clean Current Abstract Mountain Driving Experience

Call: Marty P: 604-755-4301 F: 604-850-0309 marty@caseytransport.ca

Since 1986

September / October 2015

HIRING FULL TIME

DRIVERS/OWNER OPERATORS Salary: $ 23/hr for 50 hours per week Number of Positions: 10 Education: High School Credentials: Driver's License Class 1 or A, Air Brake adjustment certificate Experience: 1 to 2 years Language: Read, Write and speak English Type of Trucking and Equipment: Tractor Trailer Type of Travel: Long Haul, National, International Specific Skills: Driver must be able to drive as 2 person team. DOCUMENTATION KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of Driver logbook, Bill of lading, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), Maintenance and repair reports, Trip reports, Accident or incident reports

CONTACT: JAG

604 755 7131

We care about your cargo Serving Canada & USA

DUTIES TO BE PERFORMED: Driver must also be able to drive an articulated truck to transport goods and materials, loading and unloading goods, plan travel schedules and routes, oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights brakes, and other equipment. Also perform brake adjustments, monitor vehicle performance, mechanical fitness and perform preventative maintenance. Communicate with dispatcher, other drivers and customers, willing to travel for extended periods

F: 604 746 9375

E: jag@manneytrans.com

September / October 2015

HIRING FULL TIME LONG HAUL DRIVERS Across North America.

Salary: $23.00/ hour, 40 hours/week, Overtime will be after 60 hours/week Education: Not formal education is required Credentials (Certificates, licenses, memberships, courses etc.):

Driver’s Class 1 Licence (Class 1 or A) Experience: No experience required, on job training will be provided Language: Basic Knowledge of English is required Type of Trucking and Equipment: Tractor Trailer Type of Travel: Long-haul, National, International

Apply By:

Job Duties:

• Operate and Drive Dry Van Logistics, Flatbed, Stepdeck, Double Drop, Chasis For 20ft & 40ft Container to Transport Heavy Machinery, Steel Scrap, Copper etc all across North America, specifically heavy haul and over dimensional loads • Loading and unloading of goods, Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo • Plan travel schedules and routes, Use atlases and other trip planning aids • Receive and relay information to central dispatcher • Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy • Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment • Perform brake adjustments • Monitor vehicle performance and mechanical fitness • Maintain Log book for each trip.

Documentation Knowledge:

Mail: #201, 8277 129 St Surrey, BC V3W 0A6 Phone: (604) 598-2727 Fax: (604) 598-2772 Email: sales@supersonictransport.ca Yard: 7811 vantage way delta BC V4G 1A6

Driver logbook, Bill of lading, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), Trans-border documentation, Maintenance and repair reports, Trip reports, Accident or incident reports Communication

HIRING FULL TIME

LONG HAUL DRIVERS Across North America.

Salary: $23.00/ hour, 40 hours/week, Overtime will be after 60 hours/week Education: Not formal education is required Credentials (Certificates, licenses, memberships, courses etc.):

Apply By: Mail: #201, 8277 129 St Surrey, BC V3W 0A6 Phone: (604) 585-1415 Fax: (604) 588-1300 Email: sales@supremeltd.com Yard: 7811 vantage way delta BC V4G 1A6

Job Duties:

Documentation Knowledge: Driver logbook, Bill of lading, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), Trans-border documentation, Maintenance and repair reports, Trip reports, Accident or incident reports Communication

September / October 2015

W O N

HIRING LTD. SINCE 1981

OWNER/OPERATORS to run across CANADA & US BC - MANITOBA lane BC - 48 STATES CANADA ONLY US (I-5) * Flat Deck * Super B - Step Deck * Double Drop Trailers

Marnor Transport a Division of Marnor Holdings Ltd. is a multi-faceted trucking company specializing in flatdeck freight, over-dimensional and heavy haul trucking services, contract on-time dedicated same-lane service, broker services and freight logistics.

WE OFFER: Health benefits after 3 months, 85% of revenue, Po supplied for repairs, Discount on fuel invoices, National tire account, Fuel cards, 100% of fuel surcharge to driver, Safe driver of the year award. REQUIREMENT: 2 years experience, Clean & current drivers abstract.

For more info Call:

Ph: 604.990.0498

E: dlnicholson@mhltransport.com

Darla Nicholson TF: 1-800-488-2985 ext 4

Facsimile: 604-857-8863

Driving Beyond Generations

September / October 2015

JOIN OUR FAMILY Company Drivers

Serving BC/WA/AB

Owner Operators

• Local & Interior BC Flat Deck, Super B Train & Container Work • Minimum 3 Years Experience on Super B-Train • Above Average Rates • Great Late Model Equipment • Steady Year Around Work • Great Working Environment

Please forward your Resume Terry Mattu t: 604-580-1234 f:604-580-1235 e: terry@jetestrucking.com

Established 1965

September / October 2015

Monarch

O/O & Company Drivers Wanted

to run in our Western Canadian Dry Van Division

O/O Wanted

TRANSPORT (1975) LTD.

Owner Operators: - Competitive Rates - No Start up Costs - No Paint Code - Paid Plates - Fuel Surcharge adjusted weekly - Discounted Fuel cards Supplied - Low Insurance rates - Safety and Referral Bonus Programs - Paid Twice Per Month by Direct Deposit - Paid Loaded and Empty - Dry Van Freight Only - Health Benefits Plan Available - Paid Tolls, Bridges, Faxes - Cell Phone Allowance - Paid Border crossing transponder

US ABOU SK OUR SIGN ON BONUS !!!

to run in our US Dry Van Division

Company Drivers: - Earn up to .46c per mile - Operate in Western Canada Only - Newer Equipment - Benefits Package - Flexible Schedules - Paid every Second Friday - Safety and Referral Bonus Programs - Cell Phone allowance - Paid Vacation We require your professional and positive attitude, a minimum of 2 Years OTR Experience.

Please Contact Michelle or Ken at 1-800-661-9937 or email your resume to: recruitment@monarchtranport.com Monarch Transport (1975) Ltd

3464 78 Ave Edmonton, Alberta T6B-2X9

A Division of the Landtran Group of Companies

September / October 2015

1-877-914-0001 Recruiter’s Blog

www.transx.com

Hi! My name is Deepak Kapila. I am the driver / owner operator recruiter for Transx. My area of operation is the lower mainland of B.C. I work out of the Transx terminal in New Westminster, B.C. I have extensive knowledge of the transportation industry having spent 10 years on the road as a professional driver.

This experience as a driver helps me to understand the wants and needs of the drivers I talk to. With the operators needs in mind I can assist in the development of traffic lanes that fit the needs and requirements of the operator so as not to compromise the quality of their home time. Being a modern recruiter in some ways is easy I just treat everyone with the respect that I would want. On behalf of Transx I would like to offer the following: -We offer work that is meaningful, engaging and can be approached with passion. -We don’t take applications we take commitments -We at Transx treat our driver’s as front line ambassadors for the company.

Give me a call, join Transx and explore a whole new world of ground transportation.

Deepak Kapila (Driver Recruiter) TRANSX GROUP OF COMPANIES

25,Capilano Way, New Westminister, BC Canada. V3L 5G3

Phone: 604 499 1716 Toll Free: 1(877)914-0001 Fax: 604- 540-5543 deepak_kapila@transx.com

September / October 2015

We Require:

877-907-8101 x4042

TRANSAM is an equal opportunity employer

JTaylor@transamcarriers.com

September / October 2015

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Emergency Spill Response Services • When minutes could compromise your Company’s Name and increase your Environmental Liability and Exposure, Trust the Dr Hook Spill Response Team to Manage, Contain, Cleanup and Dispose of your Spilled Fluids and Materials Safely in accordance with Provincial and Federal Regulations. Spill Cleanup on New Asphalt

Recovery Proceeds Once the Spill is Contained

Spill Response Unit on Scene for Fuel & Oil Spill on Overturned Tractor trailer

Crews Contain Diesel Spill in Creek and Pump out Fuel Tanks

Fuel Transfer from Damaged Semi Into U N Tank

Boom Deployment Training for Waterways

• We aim to Mitigate your Hazardous Material Spill of Diesel Fuel, Jet Fuel, Hydraulic Oils, Antifreeze, Hydrocarbons, and Battery Acid etc. safely correctly and cost efficiently. • Our people are equipped with the latest in equipment, technology and training. With one phone call, you can rest assured that your spill, whether on the road or at your facility will be handled effectively, efficiently and expediently by our Response Team; 24/7/365 on a moment’s notice. • Our Toll free 24/7 line is 1-800-561-4665 or in Winnipeg 204-956-4665, Our Call Takers will obtain your Incident information and have our Spill Response Unit and Crew Promptly Dispatched to your Spill Incident Scene regardless of its size.

75 Lowson Cres, Winnipeg, MB, R3P 0T3 | Email: info@dhook.com

1-800-561-4665 or 204-956-4665 24/7/365

September / October 2015

LONG HAUL

DRIVERS WANTED Claresholm, AB

Flatbed Carrier Looking For Drivers to run Canada & US Wide Load & Flatbed experience required Permanent, Full Time Position Send resume to Wage base $26/hr jstewart@wattstewart.com Benefits package available

4134 3rd Street East, Claresholm, AB

P: 403-625-4436 F: 403-625-4185 www.wattstewart.com

September / October 2015

Western Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trailer Specialist Service I Rentals I Parts I Sales

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September / October 2015

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There have been four TDG Amendments since July 14, 2014 Stay Up-to-date and get TDG certified with Danatec We offer up-to-date: • TDG Online and Self-Teach Training • Classroom Training • Regulations and Handbooks, Placards and Labels • Instructor’s Packages, Posters and Videos • TDG Class 7 Training

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September / October 2015

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Call us to get a quote from our BC exclusive Cargo insurance program through our unique in-house Brit Cargo Insurance Package. Bring us your policy and let’s compare your rates with one of our other Major carriers. Our dedicated trucking team offers experienced insurance service and information for small independent operators and large multi-fleet operations.

A RANGE OF LIMITS UP TO $1,000,000 AND ABOVE ICBC PRORATE FLEET SETUP CERTIFICATE SERVICES

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September / October 2015

TRUCK BODY AND

PAINT SERVICES

ICBC approved heavy collision repairs. Custom body and paint work for commercial truck ,trailer ,bus, motorhomes, limoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, industrial equipment and cars. Sandblasting and Painting. ICBC Valet Shop Authorized.

CUSTOM PAINT

JOBS!!!

ICBC Express Glass Services.

T UCK BODY & PAINT

604-235-4480

www.atitruckbodyandpaint.com #6 - 7945 Alexander Rd Delta, BC V4G 1C6

September / October 2015

Owner-Operators*

BC CALGARY WINNIPEG GTA Dedicated Runs Reefer experience required Minimum 2 years experience Must be eligible to cross border Wages up to: $1.54 per mile Singles $1.60 per mile Teams $1.79 on BC Lane Fuel (based FCAC weekly on base rate)

Company Drivers*

Minimum 2 years experience Must be eligible to cross border Wages up to: $0.44 per mile Single $0.56 per mile Team $0.47 per mile Calgary-BC lane

S PANNU (spannu@lslinc.com) 1- 877-730-0393 ext 8486 BOB (bob@lslinc.com) 1- 877-730-0393 ext 8491 JAGGI DHILLON (jdhillon@lslinc.com) 1- 877-730-0393 ext 8487 --Paid Plates nce --Paid Insura s edical benefit --Extended m e it ll te sa h roug --Dispatch th e off --Flexible tim ere ph os m at --Family

Celebrate the importance of family, join our team! Fax: 1-888-831-8735 / 403-236-0729

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September / October 2015

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new analysis of data shows truck traffic between Canada and the U.S. has declined while it has increased between the U.S. and Mexico. No one in Canada is surprised at these numbers with all the businesses abandoning Ontario due to high energy costs. The Journal of Commerce reports U.S. Transportation Department figures show since the second quarter of 2005, truck crossings between Canada and the U.S. decreased 16 percent but grew 19 percent between the U.S. and its neighbor to the south.

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August 2015

Shelly Hoffman

helly Hoffman cannot imagine doing anything else. When she originally proposed the idea of teaming to her husband, she had just been playfully kidding! But there had been no laughter once the laptop was open and they had begun to look into it. At that point, their professional careers ultimately had led them to disappointment, and now, three years later, their CDLs have been more rewarding than their academic degrees combined. Prior to driving professionally, the Hoffmans had discovered travel as their mutual passion. A lucky career move allowed them to move from Cincinnati, their hometown, to Switzerland for a few short years, and that had opened up many possibilities for European travel, and climaxed with a long trip home that took them backpacking through Russia, Mongolia, China, and the U.S., their first time ever seeing their own country in the big picture. Upon returning home to their regular jobs, discontent quietly set in. Following the economic crisis of 2008, traveling professionally was an unobtainable dream. Where was the excitement, the adventure, and the opportunity? Upon discovering the truck team demand, they took the plunge. Once again they were travelers. They started with one of the larger fleets. They were grateful to be hired with no experience, and they trained separately. Three years with a large company, while a fruitful endeavor, it had presented specific challenges. Recently they have moved to a smaller family run operation, M.C. VanKampen, a known classic institution of the industry. “It’s not the same as being on vacation, but we sure do have a lot of fun out here” says Shelly, “a true traveler enjoys seeing Las Vegas, New Mexico as much as Las Vegas, Nevada, but only the truckers get

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Profile of a Professional: Profile of a Brad Stratychuk Professional: Brad Stratychuk

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F E AT U R E F E AT U R E

by Gary Lund

Profile Profile of of a a Professional: Brad Stratychu Professional: Brad Stratychuk

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Photos courtesy of Brad's Towing Photos courtesy of Brad's Towing

by Gary Lund

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10 years ago, four of the big companies in Saskatoon set aside their rivalry, sharing a contract with the city; they found they could usually work together and get along. Stratychuk calls it a lesson in the benefits of cooperation: “The contract was market rate; it was fair. It was good for the city—they had 80 trucks they could count on to help when there was an incident. But after five years, they decided that wasn’t going to happen anymore, and they gave it to a company with 12 trucks. So there the police sit for two hours waiting.” Growing and Shrinking Stratychuk has watched the industry’s range of services broaden, along with that of his own business. The scope of Brad’s Towing widened because one job, one service, led to another: • Buying a deck truck to move expensive cars led to moving forklifts, and then stacks of bricks alongside the forklifts. • Brad’s Towing bought a skid steer to clean snow in the yard, then started using it to clean up spilled loads at highway incident scenes. • Being in a farming province, the company moves lot of wide loads such as air seeders and other agricultural equipment. For Stratychuk, that goes with the territory: “If you’re going to live in Saskatchewan, you have to look after the ag[ricultural] section.” • When Brad’s Towing couldn’t always find available pilot trucks to accompany wide loads, the company bought two for its own use, but was soon providing that service to others, too. Stratychuk sees opportunities transferring to towers who persist, as others retire or get fed up and quit. Small-town trucks are vanishing. In the 130 kilometres between Saskatoon and North Battleford, there were eight tow trucks in the 1980s; today there are none. “About 10 years ago, four of the big companies in Saskatoon set aside their rivalry, sharing a contract with the city.” Why do they quit? Stratychuk outlines the reasons one talented and successful Lloydminster tower pulled the plug— labour shortages, careless drivers w

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recking equipment and vehicles, and the frustration of being squeezed by the insurance company. He finds it odd that the insurance companies are not alarmed about 30-year veterans pulling the pin and are not worrying about who will provide the service if towers find they cannot afford to stay in business: “I really wish the insurance industry would catch on to that and recognize that there’s a problem there.” Major Challenges One of the biggest challenges facing the towing industry, Stratychuk says, is finding and keeping workers. In Alberta, it is the oil industry that siphons workers away from other industries, but in Saskatchewan, Stratychuk points his finger first at the potash mines. Those industries pay well, and paying a competitive wage in an industry where companies cannot control their revenue is a big challenge. Another major problem is nationwide— there is no watchdog governing the industry. This means that anybody with a tow rope and a half-ton truck can get into the towing business and undercut those who invest in better equipment, pay the fees and insurance, and employ trained people. Stratychuk also lists some other issues that bother him: • loss of control over rates and his company’s future • loss of the work ethic that was common 15 or more years ago (Stratychuk’s own workers excepted!) • unrealistic rules for on-duty time • increasingly unreasonable expectations of the general public: “When you tell them it’ll take 30 minutes to get there and that’s not good enough, that frightens me.” Stratychuk wants mandatory safety inspections for the towing indus-

try. Saskatoon instituted such a program a decade ago. Trucks that had passed inspection flashed window stickers to prove it. The process removed many of the $20-per-tow, fly-by-night trucks and their owners from the road. “That really cleaned up and professionalized the industry,” Stratychuk says. “It only lasted five years. I heard that [managing the program was no longer] in the budget. If I could advocate for anything, it would be for tow truck safety across the country. It levels the playing field.” A Way of Life Operating a tow truck can be challenging, Stratychuk admits. Drivers must have physical strength and be tough enough to endure cold weather. They need a good handle on English and math to write up bills. They face difficult hours and uncertain and variable pay. Still, for the ambitious and energetic, the rewards can balance the lows: “You can decide how much the cheque’s going to be by how much you want to work. We have some staff who are making upwards of $100,000 a year.” “I can’t imagine why people wouldn’t want to do this,” says Stratychuk. “You get to help a lot of people, and there’s a lot of freedom. You’re not chained to a desk all day. If you look at it as a job, it will never pay enough. It’s more of a way of life that you can make a living at. I would advise younger people to find the 20 or 30-year people and find out what drives the passion they have to stay at it. If you can find what kept them at it for so long, you can have a hell of a good life. I say it often—I don’t believe I’ve worked a day in my life.” Early on, others gave Stratychuk an opportunity and steered him in the right direction. He expresses his gratitude through volunteer work in the community, be it pulling kids’ floats or helping with Folk Fest. Stratychuk advocates for honesty. He wants customers to want to call him back: “We try to be fair. You need to have a longer term view.” He also espouses respect for others and taking an interest in them: “We’re all here together. Why not be a human being?” ---------------------- Courtesy: Tow Canada Gary Lund

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