Class 3 Operator Seasonal

Fort McMurray, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 21, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Temporary
Experience level: Mid-level · 3+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Operate Class 3 water trucks safely and efficiently while adhering to all site safety regulations and procedures. Complete daily documentation including logbooks, risk assessments, and vehicle inspections to ensure operational compliance.

Job details

Birch Mountain Enterprises is looking to hire experienced Class 3 Operators for winter work projects. Days and night shift. Must be TDG knowledgeable, have ice road experience with a minimum of 3 years manual transmission experience, and previous fluid hauling experience, such as processed water, building ice roads. What's in it for you? Overtime is paid after 8 hours a day and 44 hours per week. Seasonal Accommodations provided. No Flights Employee assistance program. Employee Referral Bonus program. A great team of co-workers. Job Summary: Operating from our Fort McKay location, this position involves the safe operation of Class 3 water trucks. Operators should be mechanically inclined and physically fit to work in all kinds of weather. Preference will be given to candidates who possess previous experience in the industrial sector. Duties and Responsibilities: Operation of Water trucks in a safe and efficient manner. Must be physically able to perform tasks and work in all weather. MUST be able to work in confined spaces. Completion of daily documentation, including but not limited to daily logbooks, customer work orders, field-level risk assessment, and pre-/post trip inspections. Follow instructions for tasks assigned by Dispatch or Supervisor. Complete daily housekeeping of the assigned truck to ensure maintenance of the company image. Attend daily toolbox and safety meetings as scheduled and adhere to corporate and site safety regulations and procedures. Maintain and operate all BME tools and equipment to the required standards and procedures. Ensure that all training is kept current. Follow all TDG and WHMIS standards and regulations. Seek out continuous improvement opportunities. Provide customer-focused services in all activities. Qualifications: Possess a minimum valid Class 3 driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract. Minimum 3 years of experience, including up to 18 speed manual class 1 or 3 equipment. Previous or related experience operating Water, Vacuum, or Combo Vac units. Mine driving experience is an asset. Clear verbal and written communication skills. OSSA (or BSO/CSO) and CSTS certification. Certification in Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Daily Trip Inspections, Provincial Hours of Service for Alberta, Weights and Dimensions, Cargo Securement for flatbeds, WHMIS, and H2S Alive, First Aid. Must successfully pass BME driver’s evaluation, Drug and Alcohol, and fit for duty pre-employment screening. Company Background: Established in 2005, Birch Mountain Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer with over 350 employees throughout the Fort McMurray region. Operating from its main operations in Fort McKay, BME provides vac, water, waste, fuel, and flat bed hauling services to industrial and commercial customers. When you join our team, you join a family of employees dedicated to a safe, enjoyable, and positive work environment. We offer competitive wages and seek candidates that are seeking secure, long-term employment. We thank you for your interest in Birch Mountain and remind all candidates that only successful applicants will be contacted. Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to local candidates.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid Class 3 driver's license with at least 3 years of experience, including manual transmission operation. Mandatory certifications include OSSA/BSO/CSO, CSTS, TDG, WHMIS, H2S Alive, and First Aid.