Heavy Equipment Operator (Finish Excavator Operator) (Fort Hills)
About The Position
NACG is seeking Finish Excavator 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 $53.83/hour as well as room for growth! Site: Fort Hills Schedule: 14 x 7, hour days (paid for 12 hours). 14 days on, 7 off. 14 nights on, 7 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: Provided after 8 hours in a day or 44 hours in a week. We are proud to work with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955. Successful candidates will become a part of that union. North 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.
Requirements
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience operating excavator
- Minimum one year experience in a mining atmosphere preferred
- Willing and able to work in soft ground conditions (Muskeg) and rip frost above shovels
- Must be able to follow instructions to ensure safe equipment operation
- Must be proficient in English, both verbal and written
- Must be well-organized and favor safety above everything else
- Ability to complete required fitness-to-work testing requirements
- CSO OR BSO Certification
- Silica Awareness Training
- Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with acceptable drivers abstract (pulled within 30 days)
- High school diploma, GED, and/or post-secondary education is considered an asset
Responsibilities
- Operate various sizes and models of excavators required to complete assigned work
- Read stakes and be able to place a grade as needed
- Ensure compliance to all company, client and legislated safety policies, operating standards and procedures
- Using adequate and suitable safety equipment, including PPE
- Reviewing safe work plans/ hazard assessment with prior to job commencement and follow all requirements
- Complete equipment/ area walk-arounds, safety checks and field level risk assessments and ensure all equipment is running properly
- Report any necessary or anticipated repairs to the maintenance team or supervisors immediately
- Report all incidents, near misses or damage immediately
Benefits
- Up to a combined rate of pay of $53.83/ hour
- Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay allocated to each paycheck
- Earn up to 61 hours of overtime per 14-day rotation
- Night shift premium +$1.20 / hour
- Paid weekly
- Membership with one of the largest IUOE locals in North America
- Benefits and pension after 400 hours worked, including medical and dental benefits
- Transportation to and from site, save on gas expenses!
- PPE provided, just bring your own CSA certified steel toed boots
- Room for growth and future advancements
- Significant Growth
- Long Term Contracts
- Commitment To Safety
- Competitive Compensation
- Attractive Benefits Package
- GRRSP Matching
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
