Dozer Operator

North American Services Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bus transportation to site

PPE provided

Weekly pay

RSP savings

Health, dental and vision care

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

North American Services Inc. (NASI) is seeking Dozer Operators to join our remote mining site team in the Fort McMurray area. You will operate Dozers (D10 and larger), read stakes to place grades, and ensure safety policies are followed at all times.

The role offers a base rate up to $42.90/hour with room for growth, weekly pay, and benefits. Transportation to site is provided, and accommodation at camp is not included. Be part of NASI under CLAC collective agreement.

Qualifications

• Operate Dozers (D10 and larger)
• Oilsands experience is required
• Must be proficient in English (verbal and written)
• Safety-first attitude and adherence to policies

Responsibilities

• Operate various sizes and models of Dozers as assigned
• Read stakes and place grades as needed
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures
• Use PPE and safety equipment appropriately
• Review safe work plans and hazard assessments
• Complete equipment walk-arounds and safety checks
• Report repairs to maintenance or supervisors
• Report incidents or near misses immediately

Skills

Dozer operation

Oilsands experience

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Class 5 License

Education

High school diploma / GED

Post-secondary education asset

Job description

Position Scope

NASI is seeking Dozer 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 $42.90/hour as well as room for growth!

Where You'll Be Working

• 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.

What's In It for You?

Benefits are important and we offer lots!

• Up to a base rate of pay of $42.90/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.
• Local, home every night!

Responsibilities

What You'll Be Doing

• Operate various sizes and models of Dozers (D10 and larger) 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.

Qualifications

What Makes You the ONE

• Previous experience operating D10 sized Dozer or larger
• At lease one year experience operating various sizes of Dozers
• Experience with handling material on dumps
• Experience with safely spotting haul truck operators to dump loads
• Must have oilsands specific experience
• A safety-first attitude
• Attentive and possess strong listening skills
• High school diploma, GED, and/or post-secondary education is considered an asset
• Must be proficient in English, both verbal and written
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License

What's Next

What's Next

If you are chosen to move forward in our hiring process for a site-based role, you will be asked to provide the following:

• 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

Once onboarded, the following processes will occur:

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

Please note: The onboarding process can take anywhere from 3-8 business days.

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

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

Overview

NASI in a Nutshell

North American Services Inc. (NASI) is a supplier of heavy equipment operators, skilled maintenance, and quality leaders for embedded labour supply opportunities and for mine project services including civil earthworks, roadbuilding, construction, water management, infrastructure development, and other light to large scale industrial projects.

North American Services Inc. 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 [e-mail] to ask for assistance.

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

Become a member of the North American family today!