Dozer Operator- Project- Syncrude MLX

Fort McKay Group; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension plan

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salaries

Safe working conditions

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Fort McKay Group in Alberta is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator – Dozer Operator to support the Project Team Lead and Foreman on the Syncrude MLX Site north of Fort McMurray. You will operate safely and perform required inspections.

The role requires 3+ years of dozer experience, CSTS/OSSA or CSO, a valid Class 5 driving license, and English proficiency. The position is 14 days on, 7 off with 11.5-hour shifts; note that camp accommodations are not provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license is required.
• 3+ years of dozer experience on a project site is preferred.
• CSTS and OSSA/BSO/CSO certification is required.
• English language proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the dozer safely to meet deadlines.
• Regulate blade height and angle for grading tasks.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and walk-arounds.
• Operate near other vehicles, personnel, and utilities with safe distances.
• Report maintenance needs and adhere to Fort McKay policies.
• Assist Labourers and perform other construction duties as needed.

Skills

Class 5 License

English Proficiency

Safety Focus

Inspections

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Summary:

Under the direction of the Project Team Lead, the Heavy Equipment Operator- Dozer Operator is responsible for assisting the ProjectTeam Lead and General Foreman with accomplishing the project goals and day-to-day objectives and to conduct all activities in a manner that supports the mission, vision and values of the Fort McKay Group of Companies LP.

This is a safety-sensitive position that requires completion of pre-employment/pre-access testing.

Key Focuses:

• Operate and maintain the dozer in a safe and efficient manner as required to meet specified operational deadlines
• Operate controls to properly regulate height and angle of the blade
• Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and walk around inspection prior to operating the equipment
• Operate the dozer on surfaces to raise or lower terrain either as specified in the scope of work; reclamation; ditching, sloping, levelling, ripping, pushing piles, rough to final grading, clean up support for soil, rock or other debris.
• Operate dozer proficiently in close proximity to other vehicles, ground personnel, and utilities
• Maintain equipment, report any maintenance required
• Adhere to all Fort McKay Group of Companies policies and procedures, wear/maintain all PPE, reliably show up for work fit for duty, and complete any Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLRA) and control hazards related to the scope of work
• Assist the Labourers or any other Operator as needed
• Perform any related and/or additional construction duties as assigned

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Completion of a High School Diploma, or a GED equivalent is required.
• Retention of a valid class five (5) driver’s license is required
• 3 year Drivers Abstract is required
• At least 3+ years of experience operating a dozer with construction industry experience located on a project site is preferred, with relevant experience in an environment relating to Reclamation, Civil Earthworks, Mining, or Oil/Gas is required.
• CSTS and OSSA or BSO or CSO is required
• Ability to speak, write and read English is required

This is a full time position located north of Fort McMurray, AB, on the Syncrude MLX Site. Work schedule is 14 days on, 7 days off; days and nights. 11.5 hour shift.

NOTE: Camp/ flight accommodations are NOT provided.

What we offer:

• Company matching pension plan
• 100% Company paid group benefits including Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Dependent Life, Critical Illness, LTD, Health, Dental, Employee and Family Assistance Program, and a Health Spending Account.
• Highly competitive salaries
• Safe working conditions
• The opportunity to make a difference: Rewarding and engaging atmosphere where you will see your contribution at work and be encouraged to grow in your career.
• Work-life balance: We know our people have places to go, people to see and good times to have and we support that!