Water Truck Operator

North American Construction Group Inc. • Fort McMurray, AB

9d • Onsite

About The Position

NACG is seeking a Water Truck Operator to join their remote mining site team in the Fort McMurray area. This is an opportunity to join one of the safest and largest contracts in the region, with a combined rate of up to $45.60/hour and room for growth. The role is based at the Fort Hills site with a 14 x 7 schedule, providing camp accommodation and transportation from Edmonton, Calgary, or Fort McMurray. Overtime is provided after 8 hours in a day or 44 hours in a week. Successful candidates will become members of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year experience working as a Water Truck Operator
• Experience with trash pumps and wiggle wagons.
• Minimum one year experience in mining atmosphere
• Class 1, or Class 3 or Q endorsement for air brakes
• A safety-first attitude
• Attentive and possess strong listening skills
• Be proficient in English, both verbally and written

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, and/or post-secondary education is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate Articulating Water Trucks in a mining or heavy construction earthworks environment
• Complete pre-use equipment inspections to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition
• Complete field level risk/hazard assessments prior to tasks and as tasks change.
• Participate in the safe fueling and servicing of equipment
• Follow mine driving rules
• Interact with other contractor and client equipment
• Ensure compliance to all company, client and legislated safety policies, operating standards, and procedures
• Using adequate and suitable safety equipment, including all required PPE
• Reviewing safe work plans/ hazard assessment with prior to job commencement and follow all requirements
• Report any necessary repairs to the maintenance team or supervisors
• Report all incidents, near misses or damage immediately

Benefits

• Up to a combined rate of pay of $45.60/ hour
• Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay allocated to each paycheck
• Earn up to 61 hours of overtime per 14-day rotation
• Night shift premium +$1.20 / hour
• Paid weekly
• Membership with one of the largest IUOE locals in North America
• Benefits and pension after 400 hours worked, including medical and dental benefits
• Transportation to and from site, save on gas expenses!
• PPE provided, just bring your own CSA certified steel toed boots
• Room for growth and future advancements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED