Heavy Equipment Operator (Articulating Haul Truck) (Fort Hills)

North American Energy Partners, Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; Full time

Job summary

North American Energy Partners, Inc. is seeking Articulating Truck Operators for their remote mining site in Fort McMurray. This position offers competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and comprehensive benefits, including a path for growth within the company. Candidates must possess a Class 5 Driver’s License and safety certifications. Join a team committed to safety and excellence in one of the largest contracts in the region.

Benefits

Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay included

Night shift premium: +$1.20/hour

Benefits and pension after 400 hours

Transportation to/from site

PPE provided

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience operating 60-ton articulating haul trucks.
• Experience working in mining environments required.
• CSO Certification and various awareness certifications necessary.

Responsibilities

• Operate 60-ton articulating frame haul trucks in mining environments.
• Conduct risk/hazard assessments before and during tasks.
• Comply with safety policies and use appropriate PPE.

Skills

Safety-first attitude

Strong listening skills

Education

High school diploma, GED, or post-secondary education

Job description

Position Scope

NACG is seeking Articulating Truck Operators to join our remote mining site team in the Fort McMurray area.

This is your opportunity to join one of the safest and largest contracts in the region.

For this role, NACG offers a combined rate of up to $48.73/hour as well as room for growth!

Where You’ll Be Working

• Site: Fort Hills
• Schedule: 14 days on, 7 days off, 14 nights on, 7 nights off (14 x 7 schedule, paid for 11.5 hours per day)
• Accommodations: Camp provided
• Transportation: Flights to/from Edmonton or Calgary, bus from Fort McMurray to site
• Overtime: After 8 hours/day or 44 hours/week

We work with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955. Successful candidates will become union members.

What’s In It for You?

• Up to $48.73/hour
• Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay included
• Up to 61 hours of overtime per 14-day rotation
• Night shift premium: +$1.20/hour
• Weekly pay
• Membership with IUOE Local 955
• Benefits and pension after 400 hours, including medical and dental
• Transportation to/from site
• PPE provided; bring your own CSA certified steel-toed boots
• Room for growth and advancement

Responsibilities

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operate 60-ton articulating frame haul trucks (e.g., Caterpillar, Komatsu, John Deere, Volvo) in mining or earthworks environments
• Perform pre-use equipment inspections
• Conduct risk/hazard assessments before and during tasks
• Participate in fueling and servicing equipment safely
• Interact with loading and dumping equipment
• Follow mine driving rules
• Coordinate with other contractor and client equipment
• Comply with safety policies, standards, and procedures
• Use appropriate PPE and safety equipment
• Review work plans and hazard assessments before starting
• Report repairs, incidents, near misses, or damages

Qualifications

• What Makes You the ONE
• Minimum 1 year experience operating 60-ton articulating haul trucks
• Experience working in mining environments
• Ability to operate rigid frame trucks if needed
• Safety-first attitude
• Attentive with strong listening skills
• High school diploma, GED, or post-secondary education (asset)
• Proficient in English (verbal and written)
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• CSO Certification
• Silica Awareness
• Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness
• Hydrogen Sulphide awareness
• OHS Alberta Legislation awareness

Summary

What’s Next

If selected, you will need to provide:

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and recent Driver’s Abstract
• CSO or BSO certification
• Silica, Wildlife, Hydroden Sulphide awareness
• OHS Alberta Legislation awareness
• Field Ergonomics knowledge
• Subject to random testing at Suncor, Fort Hills, and Kearl sites
• Successful completion of pre-employment tests:

• Breath Alcohol Test
• Urine Drug Test
• Fitness-to-Work Assessment
• Audiometric and Vision Tests
• Criminal Record Check

Once scheduled, you will undergo:

• Pre-employment testing setup call
• Completion of New Hire paperwork
• Orientation and start date confirmation

Note: The onboarding process takes approximately 3-8 business days. Shift and start times may change.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Successful candidates will be contacted via phone or email.

Overview

NACG in a Nutshell

North American Construction Group (NACG) has over 65 years of experience in heavy construction and mining. We are a safe, reliable contractor capable of handling projects of any size. We are expanding our operations and offering long-term contracts, career growth, and a commitment to safety.

• Rapid growth with nearly doubled size in the past year
• Over $1 billion in contracts through 2023
• Top safety performance with a goal of zero incidents
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Retirement savings plan (GRRSP matching)

We value diversity and inclusion. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, email us at [e-mail].

We acknowledge the traditional lands of Treaty 6 and 8 territories and encourage Indigenous applicants to apply.

Join the North American family today!