Grader Operator – Fort McMurray (Camp Rotations)

Thompson Bros. (Constr.) LP.; Fort McMurray; Hybrid; CAD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Extended health care

Vision care

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group is seeking Grader Operators to support heavy civil construction in the Fort McMurray area. You will safely operate graders, follow grade stakes, perform checks, and work with site teams to ensure safety and efficiency.

Key duties include road work, ditching, and experiencing with GPS-enabled Caterpillar graders. Candidates need 3+ years of grader experience, a Class 5 license, and willingness to live in remote camps on rotation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of grader operation in heavy civil construction, earthworks, or mining.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Willingness to work in Fort McMurray and reside in remote camps on rotation.
• CSO certification or related safety training is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate graders for road building, haul road maintenance, ditching, sloping, scarifying, ripping and embankment support.
• Read and interpret grade stakes and site requirements.
• Operate Caterpillar graders (H and M series), with or without GPS control.
• Perform pre-operational and routine equipment inspections.
• Follow directions from supervisors and maintain safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, spotters and other operators.
• Assist with general site duties as required.
• Report hazards, incidents, and equipment concerns.

Skills

Grader experience

Heavy civil construction

Earthworks

Mining

Driver's license

CSO certification

Job description

Thompson Construction Group is seeking Grader Operators to support heavy civil construction in the Fort McMurray area. You will safely operate graders, follow grade stakes, perform checks, and work with site teams to ensure safety and efficiency.

Key duties include road work, ditching, and experiencing with GPS-enabled Caterpillar graders. Candidates need 3+ years of grader experience, a Class 5 license, and willingness to live in remote camps on rotation.