Haul Truck Operator - Syncrude Base Mine

At Fort McKay Group of Companies LP we are committed to ensuring “no harm” to our most valuable asset – people. We achieve this by: promoting personal safety amongst the workforce; striving for excellence in Safety Performance by making continuous improvement an essential component of our Health, Safety & Environment management systems; we believe the safety is everyone’s responsibility and can only be achieved through the active participation of everyone within the organization. We are devoted to making “Safety… Our Way of Life”. Join our team! We offer 6 days on / 6 days off schedule with 12 hour day and nights- giving you long stretches of planned time off and a predictable rotation that supports a work-life balance. This provides consistent opportunities to earn daily overtime after 8 hours and weekly overtime after 44 hours, creating strong earning potential every shift cycle! If you're looking for a stable rotation, premium pay opportunities and a schedule that gives you meaningful time away from work, this role delivers exactly that! Summary: Under the direction of the Team Lead, the Haul Truck Operator is responsible for the operations of equipment in a safe, productive, and efficient manner according to the scope of the project and the work being performed. The operator will also keep clean and maintain the equipment and comply with all policies and procedures in the operation and securement of the equipment. This is a safety-sensitive position that requires completion of pre-employment/pre-access testing. In addition, this position may require the successful completion of client training and a competency assessment. Key Focus: Operate heavy equipment to move, load and unload materials Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment and keep the truck clean Must be able to work shift rotations; days and nights Must be dependable and reliable Required to comply with all road regulations on site Be alerted to risks or threats in order to prevent losses before they occur Give proper care to the operation and maintenance of the equipment Report all damage of the equipment to the Team Leader Knowledge and Skills Required: Minimum one (1) year of experience operating Caterpillar 777, 785, 789, 793, 797, Komatsu 980 is required Oil and Gas industry experience is considered an asset High school diploma or GED equivalent is required College or industry courses in heavy equipment operating is considered an asset Retention of a valid class five (5) driver’s license and clean drivers abstract is required - please submit abstract when applying Valid CSO or BSO or combination of CSTS and OSSA is required Ability to speak, write and read English is required LPS training is considered an asset Must be legally eligible to work in Canada What you will gain: This is a full-time position located north of Fort McMurray, AB with FMGOC. Embedded program at Syncrude- Stable & Reliable employment. Work Schedule: 6 on, 6 off schedule; 3 days and 3 nights, 12 hour shift (Must be eligible to work on Syncrude site) Overtime: Eligible after 8 hours in a day or 44 hours in a week! NOTE: Camp / Flight accommodations is NOT provided- Local position What we offer: Highly competitive salaries 100% Company paid group benefits including Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Dependent Life, Critical Illness, Health, Dental, Employee and Family Assistance Program, and a Health Spending Account. The opportunity to make a difference Rewarding and engaging atmosphere where you see your contribution at work and be encouraged to grow in your career. Work-life balance; we know our people have places to go, people to see and good times to have and we support that! Fort McKay Group of Companies is a growing oilfield and Construction Company which is 100% owned and controlled by the Fort McKay First Nation in Alberta, Canada. The Fort McKay Group of Companies LP is an equity employer and qualified applicants of indigenous ancestry may be given first consideration in any hiring decision. If you wish to receive consideration under the equity principles in our Hiring and Recruitment Policy you must declare your indigenous status in your application.

The Haul Truck Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment to move, load, and unload materials at the mine site. They must also conduct pre-operational checks, maintain equipment cleanliness, and adhere to all site safety and road regulations.

Candidates must have at least one year of experience operating specific heavy haul trucks and hold a valid class five driver's license with a clean abstract. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with valid safety certifications such as CSO, BSO, or CSTS/OSSA.

• Life Insurance • Accidental Death & Dismemberment • Dependent Life • Critical Illness • Long Term Disability • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Employee and Family Assistance Program • Health Spending Account

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• Heavy equipment operation
• Caterpillar 777
• Caterpillar 785
• Caterpillar 789
• Caterpillar 793
• Caterpillar 797
• Komatsu 980
• Pre-operational checks
• Road safety regulations
• Equipment maintenance
• Risk assessment
• Safety compliance
• Valid Driver's License
• Competency Assessment
• Heavy Equipment
• Continuous Improvement Process
• English Language
• Oil and Gas
• Leadership
• Operations
• Team Leadership
• Loading And Unloading
• Environment Health And Safety

• Trades
• Energy
• Construction
• Logistics
• Security & Safety
• Haul Truck Operator
• Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator
• Earthmoving and Related Plant Operators
• Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 6, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week