Water Truck Driver

Water Truck Driver
RM Mobile Division

About Us

Big projects. Real impact. A team that has your back. RM Mobile, a division of RMC Group of Companies, delivers on-site concrete production and delivery for large-scale builds across Western Canada, from remote wind farms to cutting-edge data centres to critical dams and bridges. We're currently hiring for a major project right here in Sturgeon County, giving you the chance to work on a high-profile build close to home. Every job brings new challenges and the chance to grow your skills alongside experienced professionals who take pride in doing it right and doing it safely. Ready to be part of something bigger?

RM Mobile Offers

• Competitive wages and vacation time
• Full scope benefits package including health, dental, and disability
• Opportunities to travel for work

• Employee assistance programs
• Project based bonus(es)

• Flexible work rotations
• Travel allowance/LOA for out-of-town work
• Annual boot allowance
• Employee perks and discounts
• Opportunities for training and professional development

Position Overview

The Water Truck Driver supplies water to RM Mobile operations at the Sturgeon County project and controls dust on site haul roads and work areas. The role keeps mobile batching and placement supplied, keeps the site within dust and environmental requirements, and operates the water truck safely around heavy equipment, crews and public traffic.

Responsibilities

• Haul and deliver water to mobile batch plants, site tanks and work areas as directed.
• Fill the truck at approved sources and follow site and county rules for water draw.
• Spray haul roads, laydown areas and work zones to control dust, adjusting for weather and site traffic.
• Avoid over-watering that creates mud, ruts or slip hazards.
• Complete and document pre-trip, post-trip and en-route inspections.
• Report defects right away and remove unsafe equipment from service.
• Do basic upkeep: fluid checks, greasing, cleaning, and checking pumps, spray heads and valves.
• Willingness to operate a mixer truck or heavy equipment if required.
• Keep required logs, including hours of service, inspection reports and water usage records.
• Take direction from the RM Mobile Site Supervisor and coordinate with batch plant operators, mixer drivers and site crews.
• Follow site traffic plans, speed limits and spotter or flagger directions.
• Participate in company safety program and initiatives, following safe work practices at all times.
• Communicate by applicable method and keep the supervisor informed of delays, equipment problems or water supply issues.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Valid Alberta Class 1 driver's licence with air brake (Q) endorsement, or higher.
• Current and clean driver's abstract.
• At least 1+ year of experience operating a tandem-axle water truck or similar heavy truck.
• Working knowledge of pre-trip inspections and hours-of-service requirements.
• Able to communicate clearly by radio or cell phone and follow verbal and written direction.
• Experience on construction, road-building or concrete sites.
• Current safety tickets, such as Ground Disturbance, H2S Alive, Standard First Aid, or WHMIS.
• Basic mechanical knowledge of pumps and spray systems.

Key Attributes

• Safety conscious attitude.
• Comfortable working alone as well as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to problem solve independently.

Work Environment

• Drivers work outdoors frequently in various weather conditions on ground that may be rough, muddy, or icy.

• There are high noise levels and significant vibration with potential exposure to cement, lime, concrete, dust, diesel fuel, etc.
• Must be able to sit for long periods.
• Lifting up to 50lbs at one time is required on a frequent basis.

Hours of Work

Hours of work will vary based on project requirements, typically 8–12-hour shifts, and can include a combination of day shift, afternoon shift or night shift.

Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process.

RMC Group of Companies wants all their employees to be valued, appreciated and free to be who they are at work. We are committed to building a solid environment that supports inclusivity and diversity. This means we will not discriminate against anyone regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship or any other aspect which makes someone unique.