Grader Operator-Project- Syncrude MLX

Fort McKay Group of Companies LP; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension plan

Company paid group benefits

Job summary

Fort McKay Group of Companies LP is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator - Grader Operator north of Fort McMurray, AB, on the Syncrude MLX Site. This full-time role runs on a 14 days on / 7 days off schedule with 11.5-hour shifts, days and nights. Camp or flight accommodations are not provided.

Responsibilities include safe grading, site prep, soil handling, and reclamation, while maintaining equipment and following all safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license required.
• Three-year driving abstract required.
• CSTS/OSSA/BSO/CSO certification required.
• Ground Disturbance II required; First Aid is an asset.
• 3+ years of grader operation on construction projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the grader safely to meet deadlines.
• Coordinate machine action with crew signals and directions.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and walk-arounds.
• Grade/site prep, soil stripping, reclamation and haul road maintenance.
• Operate grader near other vehicles and utilities; report maintenance needs.
• Follow Fort McKay policies, wear PPE and complete FLRA assessments.
• Assist Labourers or other Operators as needed; perform related duties.

Skills

Driver's license (Class 5)

Driving Abstract (3 years)

CSTS/OSSA/BSO/CSO

Ground Disturbance II

First Aid (asset)

English proficiency

Grader operation experience

Construction site experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Summary:

Under the direction of the Project Team Lead, the Heavy Equipment Operator- Grader Operator is responsible for assisting the Project Team 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 grader in a safe and efficient manner as required to meet specified operational deadlines.
• Coordinate machine action to move/position loads, comply with hand and/or audio signals from other crew members.
• Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and walk around inspection prior to operating the equipment.
• Operate the grader on surfaces to raise or lower terrain; perform site prep, soil stripping, finishing, dirt management, reclamation activities, granular final grade levelling, and haul road maintenance.
• Operate grader 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 Skill Requirements:

• 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
• CSTS and OSSA or BSO or CSO is required
• Ground Disturbance II is required. First Aid is considered an asset.
• At least 3+ years of experience operating a grader 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.
• Focus oriented, with a strong attention to detail
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to speak, write and read English is required

Job Details:

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!