Tow/Tilt Deck Operator

Birch Mountain Enterprises is looking for a Class 1 Tow/Tilt Deck operator, with manual operating experience, mine driving experience is an asset, and towing experience is required. No camp or flights provided. 

What's in it for you?

• Shift rotation to be discussed during interview. 
• Based on an averaging arrangement.
• A monthly living allowance.
• Company paid health and dental benefits.
• Disability and life insurance.
• An annual health spending account.
• A company matching retirement savings plan (RSP).
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Referral Bonus program.
• Regular company BBQ's, breakfasts and opportunities to get involved with different events.
• Other perks and allowance provided.
• Discounts for various businesses in town.
• A great team of co-workers.
• Located on reserve land.

Company Background:
Established in 2005, Birch Mountain Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer with over 350 employees throughout the Fort McMurray region. Operating from its’ main operations in Fort McKay, BME provides vac, water, waste, fuel and flat bed hauling services to industrial and commercial customers.

When you join our team, you join a family of employees dedicated to a safe, enjoyable, and a positive work environment.

Job Summary:

Operating from various locations, this position involves the towing of our own equipment and safe operation of a variety of equipment including, but not limited to Single Axle Flat Tilt Deck.  Operators should be mechanically inclined and physically fit to work in all kinds of weather. Preference will be given to candidates with previous hauling/towing experience. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operating a Tilt Deck class 1 truck. 
• Moving equipment. 
• Safely operate Tilt deck in a mining environment and within guidelines outlined in BME Driving Policies.
• Operate equipment in a safely manner in accordance with BME and client driving requirements.
• Notify management immediately of equipment/vehicle deficiencies or needs for repairs.
• Completion of daily documentation, including but not limited to, customer work orders, field level Hazard assessment, pre/post trip inspections, Near Miss and Hazard IDs
• Attend daily toolbox and safety meetings as scheduled and adhere to corporate and site safety regulations and procedures.

• Possess a valid Minimum Class 1 driver’s license with Air Brake endorsement and a clean driver’s abstract.
• Minimum 3 years experience (including operations of up to 18 speed manuals).
• Previous experience operating Tilt decks, hauling/towing trailers on and off road, as well as winching.
• Mine driving experience in an asset.
• Load securement and transportation knowledge.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• CSTS and OSSA, BSO or CSO Certification.
• Must successfully pass BME driver’s evaluation, D&A and fit for duty pre-employment screening.

Submission: 

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.