CAT-VAC Operator

Birch Mountain Enterprises is looking to hire CAT-VAC Operators for our client site, for seasonal work. Must be TDG knowledgeable, with wiggle wagon operating experience, minimum class 5 license. No accommodations provided. What's in it for you? 14 on 7 off schedule. Day and night shift. Employee assistance program. Employee Referral Bonus Program. A great team of co-workers. Company Background: Established in 2005, Birch Mountain Enterprises is an equal-opportunity employer with over 400 employees throughout the Fort McMurray region. Operating from its main operations in Fort McKay, BME provides vac, water, waste, fuel, and flatbed hauling services to industrial and commercial customers. When you join our team, you join a family of employees dedicated to a safe, enjoyable, and positive work environment. We offer competitive wages and seek candidates who are seeking secure, long-term employment. Job Summary: Operating from our client’s site, this position involves the safe operation of CAT Vac's. Operators should be mechanically inclined and physically fit to work in all kinds of weather. Preference will be given to candidates who possess previous experience in the industrial sector and those with previous wiggle wagon experience. Duties and Responsibilities: Operate CAT Vac safely and efficiently. Must be physically able to perform tasks and work in all weather. Completion of daily documentation including but not limited to daily logbooks, customer work orders, field level risk assessment, pre/post trip inspections. Follow instructions for tasks assigned by Dispatch or Supervisor. Complete daily housekeeping of assigned truck to ensure maintenance of company image. Attend daily toolbox and safety meetings as scheduled and adhere to corporate and site safety regulations and procedures. Maintain and operate all BME tools and equipment to the required standards and procedures. Ensure that all training is kept current. Follow all TDG and WHMIS standards and regulations. Seek out continuous improvement opportunities. Provide customer-focused services in all activities. Qualifications: Possess a minimum valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract. Previous CAT Vac, Wiggle wagon experience. (CAT 740,745) Previous or related experience operating at least three of these types of units: Water, Vacuum, Hydro, or Combo Vac units, considered an asset. Mine drive experience. Eligible to work at Syncrude Site. Clear verbal and written communication skills. OSSA (or BSO/CSO) and CSTS certification. Must successfully pass BME driver’s evaluation, D&A, and fit for duty pre-employment screening. We thank you for your interest in Birch Mountain and remind all candidates that only successful applicants will be contacted. Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to local candidates.

Operate CAT-VAC equipment safely and efficiently while adhering to all site safety regulations and procedures. Complete daily documentation, including logbooks, work orders, and risk assessments, while maintaining the assigned truck.

Requires a valid Class 5 driver's license, previous experience with CAT-VAC and wiggle wagon units, and the ability to work in all weather conditions. Candidates must hold OSSA or BSO/CSO and CSTS certifications and pass pre-employment screening.

• Employee assistance program • Employee referral bonus program • Competitive wages

• Customer servicePreferred

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• CAT-VAC operation
• Wiggle wagon operation
• Heavy equipment operation
• TDG compliance
• WHMIS standards
• Pre-trip inspections
• Post-trip inspections
• Field level risk assessment
• Logbook maintenance
• Safety meeting participation
• Industrial site operations
• Mechanical aptitude
• Customer service
• Mine drive experience
• Pre-Trip And Post-Trip Vehicle Inspections
• Valid Driver's License
• Housekeeping
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Flatbed Truck Operation
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Operations
• Risk Analysis

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Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Nov 3, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week