Crusher Operator

Matrix Camps and Logistics•Saskatoon, SK

10d•Onsite

About The Position

MATRIX is a national company providing camps, logistics, and aviation management services to clients in the resource and service sectors. With 20 years in business, we operate drug- and alcohol-free, employ over 250 people annually, and offer strong career advancement opportunities across a range of skill sets. This role supports a mine construction and quarrying project at a remote site near Bathurst Inlet, Nunavut. The Crusher Operator will operate and maintain a Metso mobile crusher and associated crushing plant components to support mine construction activities. The position requires ensuring safe, efficient production, accurate reporting, and adherence to project schedules. This job involves a 4 weeks in, 2 weeks out rotation, with 12-hour day/night shifts, at a remote site near Bathurst Inlet, Nunavut, requiring fly-in/fly-out travel from either Edmonton, Alberta, or Yellowknife, NWT.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years with mobile crushing equipment.
Experience operating heavy equipment used to feed crushers (e.g., excavator, wheel loader, skid steer).
Strong understanding of crushing technologies, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts (day/night) in harsh weather conditions.
Valid driver’s license.
Safety-first mindset with adherence to PPE, lockout/tagout, and environmental compliance.
Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and situational awareness.
Effective communication, team collaboration, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

Nice To Haves

Metso experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and optimize mobile crushing and screening plants (e.g., Metso Lokotrack) for efficient production.
Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on crushers, screens, belts, hydraulics, and electrical systems (greasing, screen changes, belt repairs).
Relocate tracked units within quarries/pits to minimize haul distances and optimize mobility.
Manage material flow: ensure consistent feed to the crusher, prevent jams, and optimize production rates.
Complete crushing reports and other required documentation accurately.
Identify and communicate production or equipment issues to supervisors; participate in problem-solving.
Conduct safety-focused daily inspections and maintain equipment in a clean, organized state.
Perform general plant duties as part of the production team (e.g., loading, shipping, light fabrication, maintenance) as needed.
Operate heavy machinery in support of plant operations when required.
Maintain effective communication with team members (verbal, written, and listening).