Heavy Equipment Operator (Grader) (Kearl)

North American Construction Group Inc. • Fort McMurray, AB

10d • CA$57 • Onsite

About The Position

NACG is seeking Grader Operators to join their remote mining site team in the Fort McMurray area. This is an opportunity to join one of the safest and largest contracts in the region. NACG offers a combined rate of up to $56.50/hour as well as room for growth. The role is based at the Kearl site with a 14 x 14 schedule, meaning 14 days on and 14 days off, with both day and night shifts. Camp accommodation is provided, and flights are offered to and from Edmonton or Calgary. Bussing is provided from Fort McMurray to site. Successful candidates will become members of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience on graders preferably 16 ft or larger
• Minimum one year experience in a mining or heavy construction earthworks environment preferred
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with acceptable drivers abstract (pulled within 30 days)
• Must be proficient in English, both verbal and written
• CSO Certification
• Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness

Nice To Haves

• Experience on M series graders considered an asset
• Haul Road Maintenance experience an asset

Responsibilities

• Operate articulating motor graders ranging in size from 16 to 24 ft blade in a mining or heavy construction earthworks environment to maintain roadways and loading & dump areas (model types can include but are not limited to Caterpillar and John Deere)
• Read stakes and be able to place a grade as needed; use GPS equipment
• Complete pre-use equipment inspections to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition
• Complete field level risk / hazard assessments prior to task and as task changes
• Participate in the safe fueling and servicing of equipment
• Interact with light vehicles, hauling, loading, and dumping equipment
• Follow mine driving rules
• Interact with other contractor and client equipment
• Ensure compliance to all company, client and legislated safety policies, operating standards, and procedures
• Using adequate and suitable safety equipment, including all required PPE
• Reviewing safe work plans/ hazard assessment with prior to job commencement and follow all requirements
• Report any necessary or anticipated repairs to the maintenance team or supervisors immediately
• Report all incidents, near misses or damage immediately

Benefits

• Combined rate of pay of $56.50/ hour
• Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay allocated to each paycheck
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed