Class 3 Operator - Temp Camp Position

Birch Mountain Enterprises is looking to hire experienced Class 3 Operators to fill a temporary position at Cenovus site for approximately 6 months. Must be TDG knowledgeable, with a minimum of 3 years manual transmission experience and previous Combo Vac experience. What's in it for you? 14 on 14 off, days and nights. Camp and flights (Edmonton or Calgary) A great team of co-workers. 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. Job Summary: Operating from our Cenovus site, this position involves the safe operation of several types of Class 3 units. Operators should be mechanically inclined and physically fit to work in all kinds of weather. Preference will be given to candidates that possess previous experience in the industrial sector. Duties and Responsibilities: Operate Combo Vac units. Tank cleaning (requires confined space entry) Must be physically able to perform tasks and work in all weather. 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 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 Combo Vac units. previous tank cleaning experience an asset. Mine drive experience is an asset. Clear verbal and written communication skills. Confined Space Entry ticket.​​​​​​​ ​OSSA (or BSO/CSO) and CSTS certification. Certification in Transportation of Dangerous Good, Daily Trip Inspections, Provincial Hours of Service for Alberta, Weights and Dimensions, Cargo Securement for flatbeds, WHMIS, and H2S Alive. Must successfully pass BME driver’s evaluation, Drug and Alcohol and fit for duty pre-employment screening. 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.

Operate Combo Vac units and perform tank cleaning duties while adhering to all site safety regulations and procedures. Maintain accurate daily documentation including logbooks, work orders, and risk assessments.

Requires a valid Class 3 driver's license with a clean abstract and at least 3 years of manual transmission experience. Candidates must hold relevant safety certifications including Confined Space Entry, OSSA/BSO/CSO, and CSTS.

• Camp • Flights • Competitive wages

• Heavy equipment operationPreferred
• HousekeepingPreferred

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• Combo Vac operation
• Manual transmission
• Tank cleaning
• Confined space entry
• TDG
• WHMIS
• H2S Alive
• CSTS
• OSSA
• Daily logbooks
• Risk assessment
• Pre-trip inspections
• Post-trip inspections
• Heavy equipment operation
• Safety regulations
• Housekeeping
• Pre-Trip And Post-Trip Vehicle Inspections
• Load Securement
• Valid Driver's License
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Flatbed Truck Operation
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Operations
• Risk Analysis
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems
• Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Training

• Trades
• Transportation
• Energy
• Construction
• Security & Safety
• Camp Cook
• Tanker Truck Driver
• Heavy Truck and Lorry Drivers
• Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

3+ years

Apply by

Dec 1, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week