Crane Operator

LaPrairie Group of Companies; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

LaPrairie Crane, part of LaPrairie Group of Companies, seeks an experienced Crane Operator in Fort McMurray, AB. Responsibilities include crane setup, complex lifts, load-chart interpretation, and maintaining safety records on site.

The role requires Red Seal certification, Class 1 license, and Union Local 955 membership, with strong teamwork and safety focus. Relocation to Fort McMurray is expected if not resident.

Qualifications

• Member in good standing with IUE Local 955 is required.
• Red Seal Certification and Class 1 license are essential.
• Ability to read and interpret crane load charts accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, set up and rig the crane with booms, extensions and hooks.
• Execute lifts from routine to highly complex and extra-heavy loads.
• Interpret load charts and determine crane capacity for each configuration.
• Keep apprentice safe and supervise during operation.
• Shut down and secure the crane when unattended.
• Maintain hours of service, safety reports, and field records.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance as required.
• Uphold HSE regulations and respond to site conditions.

Skills

Crane operation experience

Red Seal Certification

Class 1 Driver's License

Load chart interpretation

Union Local 955 member

Fort McMurray residency / relocation

First Aid / H2S Alive / CSO

Safety-focused mindset

Team communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Red Seal Certification

Job description

LaPrairie Crane, a member of LaPrairie Group of Companies, is one of Canada’s largest independent mobile-crane companies with fleet capabilities ranging from 5 – 600 tons, including all terrain, boom truck, carry deck, crawler, hydraulic truck, rough terrain, and tower cranes.

We are seeking applications from skilled and experienced Crane Operators who are interested in joining our growing team in Fort McMurray, Alberta.

The successful candidate will report to the Branch Manager, Fort McMurray, AB and will satisfy the following criteria:

Responsibilities:

• Assembling, setting up and rigging the crane properly with booms, extensions, and hook blocks
• Execute lifts from routine to highly complex and extra-heavy lifts
• Interpret load charts including understanding the correct meaning of all notes and warnings and being able to calculate or determine the crane's actual net capacity for every possible configuration of the machine
• Ensuring that the apprentice is in a safe place during operation
• Shutting down and securing the machine properly when it is unattended
• Complete and maintain accurate hours of service records, safety reports, and other work done on the crane while in the field
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance as required
• Uphold HSE regulations and be aware of any site conditions that could affect the crane operation

Qualifications:

• Must be a member in good standing with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 955
• Must have a local residence in Fort McMurray or must be willing to relocate to Fort McMurray (accommodation will not be provided)
• Red Seal Certification
• Class 1 Driver's License
• Experience with crane and heavy machinery operation
• Ability to interpret load charts
• Ability to travel
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work well with others
• Dedicated work ethic
• First Aid Training /H2S alive / CSO