Position Scope
NACG is seeking Excavator Operators to join our remote mining site team in the Fort McMurray area. This is your opportunity to join one of the safest and largest contracts in the region.
For this role, NACG offers a combined rate of up to $54.86/hr as well as room for growth!
Where You'll Be Working
Site: Suncor
Schedule: 14x14 – 12-hour shifts (Paid for 12 hours) – Days and nights.
Accommodations: Camp is not provided.
Transportation: Bussing provided from Fort McMurray to site (before and after shifts)
Overtime: Provided after 8 hours in a day or 44 hours in a week.
What’s In It for You?
Benefits are important and we offer lots!
Up to a combined rate of pay of $54.86/ hour
Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay allocated to each paycheck
Earn up to 61 hours of overtime per 14-day rotation
Night shift premium +$1.20 / hour
Paid weekly
Membership with one of the largest IUOE locals in North America
Benefits and pension after 400 hours worked, including medical and dental advantages
Transportation to and from site, save on gas expenses!
PPE provided, just bring your own CSA certified steel toed boots
Room for growth and future advancements
The successful candidate will be required to join the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Be Doing
Operate various sizes and models of excavators as required to complete assigned work
Read stakes and be able to place a grade as needed
Ensure compliance to all company, client and legislated safety policies,
operating standards and procedures
Using adequate and suitable safety equipment, including PPE
Reviewing safe work plans/ hazard assessment with prior to job commencement and follow all requirements
Complete equipment/ area walk-arounds, safety checks and field level risk assessments and ensure all equipment is running properly
Report any necessary or anticipated repairs to the maintenance team or supervisors immediately
Report all incidents, near misses or damage immediately.
Qualifications
What Makes You the ONE
Minimum 2-3 years of experience operating excavator
Minimum one year experience in a mining atmosphere preferred
Willing and able to work in soft ground conditions (Muskeg) and rip frost above shovels
Must be able to follow instructions to ensure safe equipment operation
Must be proficient in English, both verbal and written
Must be well-organized and favor safety above everything else
Ability to complete required fitness-to-work testing requirements
CSO OR BSO Certification
Silica Awareness Training
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with acceptable drivers abstract (pulled within 30 days)
High school diploma, GED, and/or post-secondary education is considered an asset
About Us
North American Construction Group acknowledges that we perform work on the Traditional Treaty 6 and 8 Territories, home to the Cree, Dene, Blackfoot, Saulteaux and Nakota Sioux, and the Metis. We encourage members of those and all traditional lands to apply with us.
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📌 Heavy Equipment Operator (Excavator) (Suncor)
🏢 North American Energy Partners
📍 Alberta
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