Haul Truck Operator

Fort McKay Group of Companies; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oilfield and construction company in Alberta is seeking a Haul Truck Operator to manage equipment operations safely and efficiently. The role requires at least one year of experience with heavy machinery, a valid driver’s license, and safety certifications. This position offers highly competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on work-life balance. Join us and be part of a rewarding atmosphere that supports your career growth.

Benefits

Highly competitive salaries

100% company paid group benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Work-life balance support

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience operating specified heavy machinery.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract required.
• CSO or BSO certification or a combination of CSTS and OSSA is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to move, load and unload materials.
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment and keep truck clean.
• Report any damage to the equipment to the Team Leader.

Skills

Operating Caterpillar 777, 785, 789, 793, 797, Komatsu 980

Applicable skills in the Oil and Gas industry

Reading and writing English

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

College or industry courses in heavy equipment operating

Job description

Posted Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 9:00 AM | Expires Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 8:59 AM

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”.

Summary:

Under the direction of the Team Lead, theHaul 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 alert 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

Work Schedule

6 on, 6 off schedule; 3 days and 3 nights (Must be eligible to work on Syncrude site)

NOTE : Camp / Flight accommodations is NOT provided.

What we offer :

• Highly competitive salaries
• 100% Company paid group benefits including Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Dependent Life, Critical Illness, LTD, 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.