Class 3 Operator

Fort McMurray, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 8, 2026
1 position

$41 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The operator is responsible for driving and operating assigned units while ensuring compliance with all safety practices and policies. They must also perform pre and post-trip inspections, maintain logbooks, and assist with job site preparation.

Job details

Clean Harbors Fort McMurray, AB is looking for Class 3 Operators to join their safety conscious team at CNRL Horizon! You will be responsible for operating and driving the assigned unit and for performing a variety of jobs as dictated by the client. This is a Union Local 362 Teamsters position, wages starting at $41.44/hour Why work for Clean Harbors? * Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5! * 14/14 rotation, 12 hour days. * Camp provided to those who qualify; * COLA available to those who qualify; * Flights provided out of Edmonton & Calgary. * Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment; * Group RRSP with company matching component after 90 days of full-time employment; * Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career; * Positive and safe work environments. RESPONSIBILITIES * Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times. * Drives, operates and stages units. * Performs pre and post trip inspections. * Assist with job site preparation, staging equipment. * Maintains and updates driver’s logbook. * Communicates with dispatchers and supervisors throughout the day; * Performs roadside repairs as required. QUALIFICATIONS * Class 1 or 3 Driver’s License required with 18 speed manual transmission experience. * Experience with Hydrovac, Combo and vac truck units would be an asset. * Minimum of one (1) year previous Oilsands or industrial experience. * Must hold valid First Aid, H2S Alive and CSO certificates (will be required to provide proof prior to first day and site arrival). Training can be arranged. * Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team and safety focused environment. * Experience in a labor-intensive position and working outside in all types of weather conditions. 40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us. Join our safety focused team today! To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at https://careers.cleanharbors.com/. Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer. Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com [ect@cleanharbors.com] or 1-844-922-5547. Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company. Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages in the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making. *CH

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Class 1 or 3 driver's license with experience in 18-speed manual transmissions and at least one year of industrial or oilsands experience. Additionally, valid First Aid, H2S Alive, and CSO certifications are required.