Heavy Equipment Operator (Finish Excavator Operator) (Fort Hills)

North American Construction Group Inc.•Fort McMurray, AB

10d•CA$54•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 combined rate of up to $53.83/hour as well as room for growth!

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
Camp accommodation is provided
Flights are provided to and from Edmonton or Calgary. Bussing provided from Fort McMurray to site (before and after rotation).