Heavy Equipment Operator (Finish Excavator) (FIFO) (Multiple sites)

North American Construction Group Inc. • ,

3d • Onsite

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 BASE RATE of $44.24/hour as well as holiday (4%) and vacation (6%) pay paid out each cheque. Site: Multiple Sites (Kearl and Fort Hills). Schedule: Site dependant for rotation - 12-hour days and nights (paid for 12 hours). 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: Site Dependant - Fort Hills offers OT, Kearl has a 10% rate uplift instead of OT. We are proud to work with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955. Successful candidates will become a part of that union.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 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, Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness, H2S Awareness, Field Ergonomics, OHS Alberta (Fort Hills)
• Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness, CSO OR BSO Certification (Kearl)
• 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

• Base rate of pay of $44.24/ hour
• Holiday (4%) and vacation (6%) pay paid out each cheque
• Camp accommodation is provided
• Flights are provided to and from Edmonton or Calgary
• Bussing provided from Fort McMurray to site
• Health and Wellness
• Training
• Pension on each check
• Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay allocated to each paycheck
• Night shift premium +$1.20 / hour
• Paid weekly
• Benefits and pension after 400 hours worked, including medical and dental benefits
• Transportation to and from site
• PPE provided
• Room for growth and future advancements
• GRRSP Matching

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED