Grader Operator-Project- Syncrude MLX

Fort McKay Group; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan matching

Company-paid group benefits

Competitive salaries

Safe working conditions

Career growth opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

Fort McKay Group is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator- Grader Operator north of Fort McMurray, AB, at the Syncrude MLX Site. This is a safety-sensitive role with pre-employment testing, and a 14 days on/7 days off schedule with 11.5-hour shifts, days and nights.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining a grader, performing inspections, and coordinating with crew. Camp accommodations are not provided; valid LIC and CSTS/OSSA are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid class 5 driver's license and a 3-year driving abstract are required.
• CSTS and OSSA or BSO or CSO are required.
• Ground Disturbance II is required; First Aid is an asset.
• 3+ years of grader operating experience on construction sites, preferably in reclamation/mining/oil & gas.
• English speaking/writing/reading abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the grader safely to meet operational deadlines.
• Coordinate machine actions using signals from crew members.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and walk-around checks.
• Grade surfaces and perform site prep, final grade levelling, and haul road maintenance.
• Maintain equipment and report maintenance needs.
• Adhere to Fort McKay Group policies and wear PPE; complete FLRA and control hazards.
• Assist other operators as needed and perform related construction duties.

Skills

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Grading equipment operation

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!