Hydraulic Shovel Operator

North American Services Inc. • Acheson, AB

5d • CA$0 - CA$44 • Onsite

About The Position

NASI is seeking Hydraulic Shovel 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 contractors in the region. For this role, NASI offers a base rate of up to $43.75/hour as well as room for growth!

Site: Syncrude-Aurora
Schedule: 6 x 6 or 14 x 7 (3 days/3 nights/6 off or 7 days/7 nights/ 7 off)- 12 hour shifts
Accommodations: Camp is not provided
Work Duration: 9 months +, may be extended
Tentative start date: March 18, 2026
Transportation: Bussing provided from Fort McMurray to site (before and after shifts)
Overtime: is paid for hours worked over 12 hours per shift, on statutory holidays, or for work on a day off.
Please note that this is a CLAC position and candidates working under NASI will be under the collective agreement.

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 2 years' of experience operating 5500 or equivalent size hydraulic shovel.
• Must have at least 2 years' experience in mining environment.
• Provide a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and ability to provide a recent Driver’s Abstract
• Valid CSO or BSO (Energy Safety Canada)
• Silica Awareness (Energy Safety Canada)
• Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness (Energy Safety Canada)
• OHS Alberta Legislation Awareness (Energy Safety Canada)
• H2S Awareness (Energy Safety Canada)
• Field Ergonomics (Energy Safety Canada)
• Be subject to Random Testing at: Suncor, Suncor Fort Hills and Kearl sites
• Undergo and successfully pass the following pre-employment testing: Breath Alcohol Test, Urine Drug Test

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, and/or post-secondary education is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic shovels ranging in size from EX2500 to EX8000 in a mining or heavy construction earthworks environment (model types can include but are not limited to Hitachi and Caterpillar)
• 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 cleanup and hauling equipment
• 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

Benefits

• Up to a base rate of pay of $43.75/hour, varying with experience level.
• Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay allocated to each paycheck.
• Guaranteed Scheduled hours paid when you report to work (no weather down days).
• Additional pay for expanded responsibilities like mentoring, or site logistics support.
• Benefits include RSP savings, health, dental and vision care.
• Paid weekly.
• 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: High school or GED