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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for class 3 driver operator in the United States is $37.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $41.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Class 3 Driver Operator vs Class 4 Driver Operator?

AspectClass 3 Driver OperatorClass 4 Driver Operator
Required CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL) Class 3, specialized trainingCDL Class 4, additional endorsements may be required
Work EnvironmentOperate trucks and heavy equipment in construction, waste, or utility sectorsOperate larger or more specialized vehicles, often in municipal or industrial settings
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction companies, waste management, utility providersMunicipal services, waste management, industrial facilities

The main difference between a Class 3 Driver Operator and a Class 4 Driver Operator lies in the vehicle size and certification requirements. Class 4 operators typically handle larger or more specialized vehicles, often requiring additional endorsements. Both roles are essential in industries like construction, waste management, and utilities, but Class 4 drivers usually work in environments demanding higher vehicle capacity or complexity.

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Class 3 Driver/Operator - Courtenay, BC

Kensal, ND

Austin Powder
Coal, Metals and Minerals Mining • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Austin Powder rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

92nd of 104 rated chemical manufacturers

Job description

Austin Powder Company is looking to hire a Class 3 Driver/Operator!Local, Home NightlyM-F, No weekends!Benefits, PTORESUMES STRONGLY PREFERRED

Company: Austin Powder Company

Location: Courtenay, BC

Job Type: Full-time, In Person

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Role Summary

Austin Powder Company is looking to hire a Class 3 Driver/Operator. This is a local, home-nightly Monday through Friday role with no weekends. The position offers the opportunity to learn all aspects of safely handling explosives while supporting inventory, loading, unloading, transportation, and field operations at customer job sites and the local distribution center.

Responsibilities

  • Drive and operate Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMUs) and support product staging at customer job sites.

  • Inventory, load, unload, and transport product safely.

  • Maintain accurate daily records, including product usage and safety checks.

  • Read and interpret gauges and regulate them to correct standards.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues in the field as needed.

  • Follow safety procedures and comply with all applicable provincial and federal explosive laws.

  • Work actively in the field and assist with hands-on duties as required.

Qualifications

  • Valid Class 3 licence with a clean driving record.

  • Manual transmission required; unrestricted manual transmission operation is a plus.

  • Ability to meet Canadian requirements for all provincial and federal explosive laws and qualify as an ERD explosive possessor.

  • TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods) certification is highly preferred.

  • Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

  • Ability to lift 23 kg. on a regular basis.

  • High attention to detail and accurate inventory record keeping.

  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.

  • Ability to follow written, oral, diagram, and schedule instructions.

  • Ability to read and interpret safety rules, product bulletins, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

  • Ability to identify products by sight.

Work Details and Benefits

  • Local, home nightly schedule.

  • Monday through Friday with no weekends.

  • Early start and non-traditional hours may be required.

  • Opportunity for advancement locally and across Canada.

  • Holiday pay and vacation pay.

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits.

  • Life insurance, AD&D insurance, short-term disability, and employee assistance program (EAP).

  • Employee referral program.

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