Heavy Equipment Operator (Wood Buffalo)

Heavy Equipment Operator (Wood Buffalo)

06 Nov
|
North American Construction Group
|
Wood Buffalo

06 Nov

North American Construction Group

Wood Buffalo

Position Scope
NACG are seeking
DOZER 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
$56.50/hour
as well as room for growthWhere You’ll Be WorkingSite: KearlSchedule: 14 x 14, 12-hour days (paid for 12 hours). 14 days on, 14 off. 14 nights on, 14 off.
Accommodations: Camp accommodation is provided.
Transportation: Flights are provided to and from Edmonton or Calgary. Bussing provided from Fort McMurray to site (before and after rotation).
Overtime: Currently at Kearl they have
blended rates
with
no overtime.
We are proud to work with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955. Successful candidates will become a part of that union.
What’s In It for You?Benefits are important and

we offer
lotsUp to a combined rate of pay of $56.50/ hourVacation and Statutory Holiday pay allocated to each paycheckNight shift premium +$1.20 / hourPaid weeklyMembership with one of the largest IUOE locals in North AmericaBenefits and pension after 400 hours worked, including medical and dental benefitsTransportation to and from site, save on gas expensesPPE provided, just bring your own CSA certified steel toed bootsRoom for growth and future advancementsResponsibilities
What You’ll Be DoingOperate D9
- D11 Dozer and various sizes and models of Dozers required to complete assigned workThis position involves providing shovels with support out at site as requestedRead stakes and be able to place a grade as neededEnsure compliance to all company, client and legislated safety policies, operating standards and proceduresUsing adequate and suitable safety equipment,



including PPEReviewing safe work plans/ hazard assessment with prior to job commencement and follow all requirementsComplete equipment/ area walk-arounds, safety checks and field level risk assessments and ensure all equipment is running properlyReport any necessary or anticipated repairs to the maintenance team or supervisors immediatelyReport all incidents, near misses or damage immediatelyQualifications
What Makes You the ONEMinimum 5 years of experience operating D9
- D11 sized DozerMinimum 1 year working with mining shovelsPrevious experience operating with muskeg / soft ground requiredMinimum one year experience in a mining atmosphere preferredMust be able to follow instructions to ensure protected equipment operationA safety-first attitudeAttentive and possess strong listening skillsHigh school diploma, GED, and/or post-secondary education is considered an assetMust be proficient in English, both verbal and writtenValid Class 5 Driver’s LicenseSummary
What's NextIf you are chosen to move forward in our hiring process for a site-based role, you will be asked to provide the following:Have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and ability to provide a recent acceptable Driver’s AbstractValid CSO CertificationWood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness or Energy Safety Canada Wildlife Awareness (including Bear Awareness) (Kearl Only)Be subject to Random Testing at: Suncor, Suncor Fort Hills and Kearl sitesUndergo and successfully pass the following pre-employment testing:




Breath Alcohol TestUrine Drug TestFitness-to-Work Health AssessmentAudiometric TestingVision ScreeningCriminal Record Check
Once dispatched the following processes will occur:Will receive a call from NACG to set up all required pre-employment testingAn email will be sent with all required New Hire Paperwork to be filled outAfter all results and paperwork are received by NACG, candidates will be contacted by Site Admin to schedule orientation and confirm your start date and other site-specific details.
Please note: The onboarding process can take anywhere from 3-8 business days.
Shift, site, and start times are subject to change.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE, SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED VIA PHONE OR EMAIL.
Overview
NACG in a NutshellNorth American Construction Group (NACG) has served as an industry leader in the heavy construction and mining industries for over 65 years. In that time, we’ve proven ourselves as a safe and reliable contractor who can complete projects of any size and scope. We’ve also taken a number of bold steps forward to broaden our footprint, expanding to mines outside our provincial borders, and providing third-party maintenance services to clients and customers.
In addition to providing employees with rewarding careers, North American has a whole lot more to offer:Significant Growth –As a company, NACG is rapidly expanding, and has practically doubled in size over the past year alone.
Long Term Contracts – With over $1 billion dollars in contracted work booked through 2023, NACG can provide long term employment solutions and numerous opportunities for advancement.
Commitment To Safety – With a top tier record for safety performance, NACG is dedicated to ensuring t

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