Water Truck Driver

Turner Mining Group; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Mining Group is seeking a Water Truck Driver to support on-site mining and civil projects. You will deliver water to haul roads, pads, and work fronts, keeping dust under control and rates of progress on schedule.

You'll operate water trucks on rugged terrain, perform pre-trip inspections, report issues, and coordinate with supervisors to prioritize routes while staying safe in heat and variable weather. Strong radio communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid commercial or heavy-vehicle license for water-truck operation with a clean driving record.
• Proven experience driving water trucks or similar heavy equipment on mining, road, or earthworks sites.
• Ability to complete pre-trip inspections and basic field troubleshooting, and to stop work when a defect is unsafe.
• Working knowledge of haul-road etiquette, spotter signals, and dust-control practice.
• Comfort working outdoors in heat, dust, and variable weather, including extended shifts.
• Clear radio communication on site and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver water on schedule to haul roads, pads, and work fronts to control dust and keep traffic moving.
• Operate water truck safely on rough terrain and changing site conditions.
• Inspect, fuel, and report truck at start/end of shift to catch mechanical issues.
• Coordinate fills and routes with supervisors to prioritize high-risk areas.
• Adjust spray and water usage based on road conditions, weather, and traffic.

Skills

Water truck operation

Heavy equipment operation

Commercial license

Pre-trip inspection

Dust control

Radio communication

Outdoor work

Haul-road etiquette

Job description

Water Truck Driver

Water is the difference between a productive shift and a stopped site. You keep haul roads safe, dust under control, and crews working through heat, wind, and tight schedules. This role puts a skilled operator at the center of mining, exploration, earthworks, and construction—where reliable water delivery protects people, equipment, and the ground itself.

Performance Objectives

• Deliver water on schedule to haul roads, pads, and work fronts so dust stays within site limits and traffic keeps moving.
• Operate the water truck safely through rough terrain, active haul routes, and changing site conditions without incidents or unplanned downtime.
• Inspect, fuel, and report the truck at the start and end of each shift so mechanical issues are caught before they stop production.
• Coordinate fills, routes, and priorities with supervisors and other operators so water reaches the highest-risk areas first.
• Adjust spray patterns and pass frequency to match road condition, weather, and traffic—enough water to bind dust, not so much that surfaces become slick.
• Log loads, hours, and site observations accurately so planners can see coverage, consumption, and recurring problem spots.
• Support adjacent earthworks and extraction crews during peak activity without compromising your own safety checks or route discipline.

Environment & Resources

You work on active field sites alongside equipment operators, supervisors, and maintenance. The role reports to the site supervisor. You are assigned a maintained water truck, site radio, and daily route priorities. Shifts follow project schedules, including early starts and remote locations. Support comes from on-site mechanics and a small operations team that values practical judgment over paperwork.

Essential Qualifications

• Valid commercial or heavy-vehicle license appropriate for water-truck operation, with a clean recent driving record.
• Proven experience driving water trucks or similar heavy equipment on mining, road, or earthworks sites.
• Ability to complete pre-trip inspections and basic field troubleshooting, and to stop work when a defect is unsafe.
• Working knowledge of haul-road etiquette, spotter signals, and dust-control practice.
• Comfort working outdoors in heat, dust, and variable weather, including extended shifts.
• Clear radio communication in the language used on site, and reliable attendance.

Role Selling Points

• Hands-on work across mining, exploration, roads, earthworks, and construction—not a single repetitive loop.
• A practical, operator-led culture where field experience is respected.
• Direct impact: your routes decide whether the rest of the crew can work safely that day.
• Room to grow with a compact team that takes on varied civil and extraction projects.