Equipment Operator - Local (2410)

The Bouchier Group; Alberta; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A site services company in Alberta is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to work at the Suncor Base Plant. This seasonal role involves operating various types of heavy equipment and includes responsibilities such as pre-operational checks and following safety protocols. Candidates should have 2-5 years of experience, hold a valid Class 1 or 3 license, and possess safety certifications like CSO and First Aid.

Benefits

Competitive market rates

Vacation pay

Health & Dental benefits

Pension Plan with company matching

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of heavy equipment operating experience required.
• Ability to work shifts and in all weather conditions.
• Must pass Drug & Alcohol and Fit for Duty Tests.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and effectively.
• Perform pre-operational checks on equipment.
• Maintain clean interior of equipment.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Conscious Attitude

CSO Certificate

Ability to Lift 50lbs

Education

Valid Class 1 or 3 License

H2S Alive Certification

First Aid Certification

Tools

GPS Operating Systems

Job description

Company Description

Launched in 1998 with nothing more than a used Caterpillar dozer and an entrepreneurial spirit, Bouchier has grown to be a leading provider of integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region. From our head office in Fort McKay, Alberta, the company now employs more than 1200 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 425 pieces of equipment. With a strong belief in doing the right things in the right way, Bouchier is now one of the largest companies owned and operated by Indigenous peoples in the area providing contracting, construction, and general site services.

Position Summary

Type: Seasonal
Location: Suncor Base Plant
Schedule: 7 on / 7 off
Shift: Days, Nights and or Rotating Days and Nights
Local to Fort McMurray

Compensation Details

• Competitive market rates
• Vacation pay: 6% - paid out bi-weekly upon start date
• Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits – eligible after 3 months of continuous service
  • Employer paid Insurances
• RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program

Other Incentives

• Progression and development opportunities
• Safety Recognition
• Years of Service Recognition – Annual
• Bouchier welcome gift and company swag
• Overtime available but not guaranteed

Role Summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment may include excavators, loaders, dozers, graders, water trucks, snowplows and other pieces of equipment. The Heavy Equipment Operator must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by legislation, as well as company policies and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

• Experience in operating all pieces of heavy equipment an asset
• Operate all assigned equipment in a safe and effective manner
• Read, countersign and enter comments into daily operator logbook
• Complete and document a pre-operational check on assigned equipment
• Grease equipment as necessaryEnsure all equipment has proper safety equipment in place
• Keep interior clean
• Any required repairs to assigned equipment are communicated to maintenance personnel
• Maintain a cooperative working relationship with customers and other employees
• Participate in Job Hazard Assessments, Feld Level Risk Assessments and line-up meetings
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Site Superintendent

Education & Experience

• 2-5 Years' Heavy Equipment GPS operating system experience
• Must hold a Valid Class 1 or 3
• Ability to lift and pull up to 50lbs
• Ability to work in all weather
• Ability to work shift work
• Safety conscious attitude
• CSO (Common Safety Orientation) certificate is required
• WHMIS 2015
• TDG – Transportation of Dangerous Goods
• OSSA Confined Space Entry and Monitor
• Ground Disturbance
• First Aid
• H2S Alive
• Ability to pass Drug & Alcohol and a Fit for Duty Test
• Language: All applicants must have the ability to speak, read and write fluently in English

Application Instructions

Please apply to this posting with your cover letter and resume inclusive of your safety tickets and driver's abstract.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until suitable candidate is found. Typically, our postings stay open for 2 weeks.

Please apply online via bouchier.ca/careers

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The Bouchier Group would like to thank all applicants who apply to our postings. Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted directly. No phone calls please.