Rigid Frame Haul Truck Operator

Thompson Bros. (Constr.) LP.; Fort McMurray; Hybrid; CAD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Care

Extended health care

Vision Care

Job summary

Thompson Bros. (Constr.) LP.

in Fort McMurray, Alberta, is seeking an experienced Rigid Frame Haul Truck Operator to safely haul material within active construction and mining worksites, maintaining high safety and equipment care standards. Responsibilities include operating CAT haul trucks, performing pre-operational inspections, reporting defects, and communicating with supervisors while adhering to site rules.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience operating rigid frame haul trucks on heavy civil/road/mining sites
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license
• CSO certification required
• Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol test
• Willingness to work in Fort McMurray and reside locally or in remote camps on a rotational schedule
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Safely haul and dump material within the worksite
• Operate haul trucks smoothly and efficiently
• Perform pre-operational inspections
• Report equipment defects promptly
• Communicate with supervisors and other operators
• Follow site rules and safety procedures
• Support site operations as needed

Skills

Haul truck operation

Teamwork

Strong communication

Pre-operational inspections

Drug and alcohol test clearance

Tools

CAT 777/785/789/793

Job description

Description

Thompson Construction Group has current openings for experienced Rigid Frame Haul Truck Operators supporting operations in the Fort McMurray area. This role involves the safe and efficient hauling of material within active construction and mining worksites while maintaining high standards of safety, communication, and equipment care.

Responsibilities

• Safely haul and dump material to designated locations within the worksite
• Operate haul trucks in a smooth, controlled, and efficient manner
• Perform pre-operational and routine equipment inspections, including tires, fluids, lights, and brakes
• Report equipment defects or maintenance concerns promptly
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, and other operators using two-way radio
• Maintain awareness of surrounding equipment, personnel, and site conditions
• Follow all site-specific rules, project requirements, and company policies
• Participate in Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHA) as required
• Support site operations as needed and perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience operating rigid frame haul trucks (CAT 777, 785, 789 or 793) on heavy civil earthworks, construction, road building, or mining sites
• Minimum 18 years of age
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Willingness to work in the Fort McMurray area and reside locally or in remote camps on a rotational schedule
• Common Safety Orientation (CSO) certification required
• Ground Disturbance, H2S Alive, and First Aid considered assets
• Physically capable of performing assigned duties
• Ability to pass a pre-access drug and alcohol test

Additional Information

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required.

This is a full-time, project-based position located in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Employment duration is dependent on project requirements and client needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Dental Care
• Extended health care
• Vision Care