Heavy Equipment Operator (Grader) (Aurora)

NACG are seeking Grader Operators to join our remote mining site team in the Fort McMurray area. You must be well-organized and favor safety above everything else.

Site: Syncrude Aurora

Schedule: 14 x 7, 12 hours (paid for 11.5 hours) (Days and nights)

Accommodations: Not provided. You are responsible for your own accommodations in Fort McMurray.

Transportation: Bussing provided from Fort McMurray to site (before and after shifts)

Overtime: Provided after 8 hours a day or 44 hours a week

Hourly Rate: Up to $51.29 per hour

We are proud to work with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955.  Successful candidates will become a part of that union.

• Minimum 1 Years' experience operating 16/24 Grader M and/or H series.
• Minimium one year experience in reclamation work
• Must be able to read grade stakes and be familair with GPS.   
• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency in English, both written and verbal 

All successful candidates must:

1. Be proficient in English, both verbally and written
2. Have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License
3. Have experience as requested as mentioned above
4. Subject to Random Testing at: Suncor, Suncor Fort Hills and Kearl sites
5. Undergo and successfully pass the following testing:
• Breath Alcohol Test
• Urine Drug Test
• Fitness-to-Work Assessment
• Audiometric Testing
• Vision Screening
• Criminal Record Check

Shift, site, and start times are subject to change.

All successful candidates MUST provide the following items prior to confirmation of their start date:

1. CSO or BSO Certification
2. Copy of Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
3. Copy of recent Driver’s Abstract
4. VOID cheque/direct deposit form
5. Silica Awareness

Once dispatched the following processes will occur:

1. Will receive a call from NACG to set up all required pre-employment testing
2. An email will be sent with all required New Hire Paperwork to be filled out
3. After all results are received by NACG candidates will be contacted by Site Admin to schedule orientation and confirm your start date and other site specific details.

Please note the entire On-boarding process can take anywhere from 3-8 business days.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE, SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED VIA PHONE OR EMAIL.

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. 

In addition to providing employees with rewarding careers, North American has a whole lot more to offer:

• Significant Growth –As a company, NACG is rapidly expanding, and has practically doubled in size over the past year alone.
• Long Term Contracts – With over $1 billion dollars in contracted work booked through 2023, NACG can provide long term employment solutions and numerous opportunities for advancement.
• Commitment To Safety – With a top tier record for safety performance, NACG is dedicated to ensuring that everyone gets home safe, and constantly strives for a goal zero performance.
• Competitive Compensation – NACG provides competitive compensation packages for all employees.
• Attractive Benefits Package – With a substantial benefits package provided to all employees, NACG ensures that you are covered for life’s many surprises.
• GRRSP Matching – As you begin your new career, you can also start planning for the future thanks to NACG’s GRRSP matching.
• Safety focused – An exceptional leader in committing to a safe work environment by promoting personal safety amongst the workforce and continually improving our HSE systems. Everybody gets home safe!

North American Construction Group is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels safe, valued, and respected.  We recognize the talent, perspective, and creative force that diverse groups of people generate, and we encourage all people to express interest with us especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups who might hesitate before applying.  If you require accommodation in submitting interest on a role or throughout our interview process, please email us at careers@nacg.ca to ask for assistance.

North American Construction Group acknowledges that we perform work on the Traditional Treaty 6 and 8 Territories, home to the Cree, Dene, Blackfoot, Saulteaux and Nakota Sioux, and the Metis. We encourage members of those and all traditional lands to apply with us. 

Become a member of the North American family today!