Mining Excavator Operators - Syncrude MLX Project - 14/7 - Up to $41/hr - Fort McMurray, AB Kichton Construction LP is seeking experienced Excavator Operators for their Syncrude MLX Project near Fort McMurray, Alberta. This is a great chance to work in a dynamic oil sands mining environment with a reputable company. Operators will be responsible for a variety of excavation and material handling tasks, supporting construction and reclamation activities. The ideal candidates are safety-focused, skilled with large hydraulic excavators, and able to work rotating shifts in challenging outdoor conditions.
Perks & Benefits $37-$41 per hour based on experience
Overtime after 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week
9.6% vacation and stat holiday pay on all regular hours
Bussing provided from Fort McMurray to site
Benefits after 90 days (50% employer paid): Extended Health & Dental, Travel Coverage, Paramedical Services, Life Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, AD&D; Insurance
Potential opportunities for future work on other Kichton projects




What You’ll Need Minimum 2 years of experience operating excavators in mining, construction, or oil sands environments
OSSA/BSO/CSO certification
Hydrogen Sulfide Awareness or H2S Alive
Silica Awareness
OH&S; Legislation Awareness
Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness
Field Ergonomics
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)
WHMIS
Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test
Ability to read grade stakes, site plans, and excavation layouts
Physically capable of working outdoors in varying weather conditions
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, and project schedules
What Will Make You Stand Out Experience operating large hydraulic excavators
Experience with truck loading, bulk excavation, ditching, grading, and utility work
Experience working in soft ground and around water

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