Build More Than Just a Job

At ONEX River, our team is the foundation of our success. We’re skilled, hands-on professionals dedicated to every project, whether it’s industrial construction, fabrication at our Sturgeon County facility, or managing critical shutdowns. When you join us, you become part of a team that values hard work, dependability, and pride in what we do. Here, you’ll build more than just a career—you’ll gain valuable skills, create lasting connections, and contribute to meaningful projects. Together, we’re committed to delivering high-quality work that makes a real impact.

Who We Are

ONEX River is a proudly 100% Indigenous-owned construction company rooted in Sturgeon County. As a general contractor, with multiple construction services including Structural, Mechanical Construction, Scaffolding, and Electrical, we bring hands-on expertise across a wide range of industrial construction services. Our team is dedicated to delivering quality, safety, and results you can count on. With a commitment to hard work and reliability, ONEX River has become a trusted partner in the oil and gas industry, focused on meeting each client's unique needs with the highest standards of service.

Career Details

Job Title: Crane Operator

Number of Openings: Multiple

Job Type: Full-Time / Temporary

Schedule: Long-term industrial project with overtime opportunities based on project requirements.

Location: Sturgeon County, Alberta

Position Summary

ONEX River is seeking experienced Crane Operators to support a long-term industrial construction project in Sturgeon County. Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the successful candidates will safely operate mobile cranes to support lifting operations and construction activities while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity.

Other Responsibilities Include:

- Safely operate mobile cranes in accordance with manufacturer specifications, industry regulations, and site procedures.




- Perform daily pre-use inspections and complete required equipment documentation.
- Review lift plans and work closely with riggers, signal persons, supervisors, and other trades to execute protected lifting operations.
- Lift, move, position, and place structural steel, piping, equipment, modules, and construction materials.
- Ensure all loads are properly rigged, balanced, and lifted safely.
- Monitor weather, ground conditions, and load capacities to ensure safe crane operation.
- Perform routine operator maintenance and report equipment deficiencies promptly.
- Maintain compliance with ONEX River and client safety policies and procedures.
- Participate in hazard assessments, toolbox meetings, and pre-job planning.
- Be available for overtime, shift work, weekends, or call-outs as required.

Our Ideal Candidate

- Valid Alberta Crane Operator Certification or recognized interprovincial equivalent.
- Previous experience operating mobile cranes in an industrial construction environment.
- Previous industrial construction experience is required.
- CSTS 2020.
- WHMIS 2015.
- Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence.
- Strong commitment to safe work practices.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable, organized, and self-motivated.
- Physically capable of working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Application Instructions

ONEX River Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Positions are filled by means of open competition where the selection is based on job-related skills, training, experience, and suitability. Final candidates will be asked to provide references. The results of the reference check must be acceptable to ONEX River. We also consider different experience levels and knowledge and candidates with less experience may be considered for lower-level positions.

ONEX River accepts resumes via online application or via email at [email protected].

We thank all applicants in advance however only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

Pay: $48.00-$58.00 per hour

Expected hours: 48.0 – 60.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Mobile Crane Operator (Sturgeon County)
🏢 ONEX River
📍 Sturgeon County