Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Grader Operator to join our team supporting snow removal and winter maintenance operations at an industrial plant site. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a motor grader to maintain safe and accessible plant roads, access routes, parking areas, laydown areas, and other designated surfaces throughout the winter season.

This position plays an significant role in maintaining safe site operations during winter conditions. The Grader Operator will work closely with plant personnel, supervisors, and other equipment operators to prioritize snow removal activities and maintain safe travel routes while working around operating equipment, structures, utilities, and other industrial hazards.

The ideal candidate is an experienced heavy equipment operator who understands the importance of working safely and efficiently in a busy industrial environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

- Operate a motor grader to remove snow, control ice buildup, and maintain safe and accessible plant roads, access routes, parking areas, laydown areas, and designated work areas.
- Maintain snow banks and drainage areas to prevent snow accumulation from creating visibility, access, or drainage issues.
- Follow designated site traffic routes and work plans while operating around mobile equipment, heavy trucks, plant infrastructure, and personnel.
- Conduct thorough pre-operational inspections of the grader and identify mechanical, safety, or maintenance concerns before commencing work.
- Complete equipment inspections and required documentation in accordance with company and site requirements.
- Coordinate with the site supervisor and plant personnel to identify priority areas and respond to changing weather and site conditions.
- Maintain safe operating distances from buildings, structures, process equipment, piping, electrical infrastructure, vehicles, and other fixed or mobile hazards.
- Operate equipment in accordance with site-specific procedures, traffic plans, permits, and industrial safety requirements.
- Monitor changing site conditions, including ice, snow accumulation,



visibility, traffic, and potential hazards, and communicate concerns promptly.
- Perform routine equipment maintenance, such as greasing, fluid checks, cleaning, and minor troubleshooting, as required.
- Report equipment deficiencies, damage, incidents, near misses, hazards, and unsafe conditions to the appropriate supervisor.
- Assist with the operation of other heavy equipment, including loaders, skid steers, dozers, excavators, and other equipment, as required.
- Maintain accurate records of equipment hours, work completed, inspections, and maintenance activities.
- Participate in toolbox meetings, safety meetings, FLHAs/JHAs, and other site safety processes.
- Follow all company, client, and industrial plant safety requirements, including PPE, site access, communication, and emergency procedures.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area and support overall site housekeeping.
- Additional labour tasks as required.

Required Skills and Qualifications
- Previous experience operating a motor grader in an industrial, construction, mining, oil and gas, or similar environment.
- Experience with winter snow removal and maintaining roads and access routes under challenging weather conditions.
- Strong understanding of heavy equipment operation and safe operating practices.
- Ability to identify equipment deficiencies and perform basic troubleshooting and routine maintenance.
- Experience operating other heavy equipment, such as loaders, dozers, excavators, and skid steers, is considered an asset.
- Strong awareness of hazards associated with working around operating industrial facilities, heavy equipment, vehicles, and fixed infrastructure.
- Ability to read and follow site plans, traffic plans, procedures,



and safe work instructions.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with plant personnel, supervisors, and other contractors.
- Valid driver's licence and acceptable driving record.
- Ability to complete and maintain all required industrial site orientations and safety training.
- Familiarity with CAT or similar grader equipment and controls is considered an asset.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with the site team.
- Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in winter conditions while maintaining a high level of safety awareness and productivity.
- Class 3 Licence with Q endorsement is considered an asset.

Safety Expectations Safety is a core responsibility of this position. The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong commitment to safe work practices and understand that production and snow removal activities must never compromise the safety of personnel, equipment, or plant operations.

The Grader Operator will be expected to:

- Complete pre-access Drug & Alcohol Testing
- Complete site orientations
- Complete required pre-job hazard assessments and FLHAs/JHAs.
- Wear all required site-specific PPE.
- Maintain awareness of changing plant and traffic conditions.
- Follow site speed limits, designated routes, radio communication requirements, and traffic-control procedures.
- Stop work and communicate immediately when an unsafe condition is identified.
- Maintain safe clearances from structures, process equipment, utilities, personnel, and other hazards.
- Follow all site emergency response and reporting requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Grader Operator who takes pride in operating heavy equipment safely and efficiently and who enjoys working in a demanding industrial plant environment. Pay: $30.00-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 60.0 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Grader Operator - Snow Removal (Fort Saskatchewan)
🏢 G u0026 J CONSTRUCTION GROUP
📍 Fort Saskatchewan