Class 3 Operator

Fort McMurray, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 9, 2026
1 position

$37 / hour

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

Job summary

The operator is responsible for driving, operating, and maintaining industrial equipment such as hydrovacs and vacuum trucks while adhering to strict safety protocols. They must perform equipment inspections, communicate with dispatch, and work effectively within a team in various industrial environments.

Job details

Clean Harbors Fort McMurray, AB is looking for Class 1 or 3 Drivers & Operators to join their safety conscious team! You will be responsible for safely operating, driving, and maintaining various industrial services equipment but not limited to Hydrovac, Vacuum Trucks or High-Pressure units. This is a 21/14 rotation, with the 362 Teamsters Union, full rates starting at $37.17/hour. Why work for Clean Harbors? * Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career. * Health and Safety is our #1 priority and We Live It 3-6-5! * Competitive wages for this permanent full-time position! * Camp accommodation provided and radial travel allowance reimbursement available; * Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 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; * Attends daily safety meetings and ensure all tasks are completed in a safe and efficient manner; * Drives, operates and stages various units (i.e. High Pressure, or Super B Units); * Performs pre and post trip inspections including maintenance of equipment and general repairs; * Communicates with dispatcher * Works in confined spaces such as vessels and tanks and may transport hazardous goods; * Works as part of a team with Customer, Co-workers & Supervisors. QUALIFICATIONS * Class 1 or 3 Driver’s license required; with the ability to operate a manual transmission up to 18 speeds; * Minimum of one (1) year driving and operating the following units: Hydrovac, Vacuum Trucks or High-Pressure units. * Ability to gain access to job sites in the oilsands region (Suncor, CNOOC, CNRL and others) * Ability to work under minimal supervision in a team and safety focused environment; * Ability to work in all weather conditions for extended period. 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. *CH

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Class 1 or 3 driver's license and have at least one year of experience operating industrial units like hydrovacs or vacuum trucks. The role requires the ability to work in all weather conditions and gain access to specific oilsands job sites.