Heavy Equipment Operator (Articulating Truck) (Syncrude-Aurora)

NACG is looking for Articulating Truck Operators to work on a remote mining site in the Fort McMurray area. You must be well-organized and favor safety above everything else.

Site: Syncrude- Aurora

Schedule: 14x7 OR 10x4; 12 hour shifts (Days only) Paid for 12

Rate: up to $49.67/hr combined rate. This includes base rate with 6% vacation and 4% holiday, training H&W and Pension on each cheque.

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

Accommodations: Not provided

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

The successful candidate will be required to join the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955. 

What’s In It for You?

Benefits are important and we offer lots!

• Up to a combined rate of pay of $49.67/hour
• Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay allocated to each paycheck
• 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 You’ll Be Doing

• Operate 40T and 60T Articulated Trucks in a mining or heavy construction earthworks environment (model types can include but are not limited to Caterpillar, Komatsu, John Deere, and Volvo)
• Complete pre-use equipment inspections to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition
• Complete field level risk/hazard assessments prior to tasks and as tasks change.
• Participate in the safe fueling and servicing of equipment
• Interact with 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 repairs to the maintenance team or supervisors
• Report all incidents, near misses or damage immediately

What Makes You The One

• Minimum of 3 years experience working as a Articulating Haul Truck Operator on civil type project.
• Experience driving in mine areas and congested areas
• A safety-first attitude
• Attentive and possess strong listening skills
• High school diploma, GED, and/or post-secondary education is considered an asset.
• Be proficient in English, both verbally and written
• Have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• CSO Certification
• Silica Awareness
• Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness
• Hydroden Sulphide
• OHS Alberta Legislation Awareness
• Field Ergonomics
• High school diploma, GED, and/or post-secondary education is considered an asset.

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, OHS, Silica Awareness, Field Ergonomics, Hydrogen Sulfide Awareness, Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness Certifications
2. Copy of Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
3. Copy of recent Driver’s Abstract
4. VOID cheque/direct deposit form

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.

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 extra support in submitting interest on a role or throughout our interview process, please call us at 780-960-7171 or 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 Nation of Alberta. We encourage members of those and all traditional lands to apply with us.