Heavy Equipment Operator (Dozer) — 6/6 Schedule + Overtime

Fort McKay Group; Fort McMurray; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

100% company-paid group benefits

Job summary

Fort McKay Group of Companies LP is seeking a Utility Heavy Equipment Operator north of Fort McMurray, AB. The role focuses on safe, productive operation of heavy equipment on Civil Construction worksites, with routine maintenance and adherence to client policies.

We offer a 6 on/6 off schedule with 12-hour day and night shifts, plus overtime opportunities after 8 hours daily or 44 hours weekly. Camp accommodation is not provided; local position on Syncrude site continuity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean three-year abstract.
• At least 2+ years in an equipment operating role (civil construction/earthworks/utility).
• Dozer experience is required.
• Experience with Caterpillar D6–D8 dozer, 870 excavator, 988 loader, or 777 truck is an asset.
• CSO/BSO/OSSA certification required.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• College/industry courses in heavy equipment operating are an asset.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Operate articulated trucks, dozers, excavators, or loaders to move earth and materials safely and efficiently.
• Conduct pre/post-operational checks, keep equipment clean, perform basic maintenance.
• Take direction from Team Lead or Shift Supervisor and adapt to changing conditions.
• Participate in toolbox meetings and suggest safety improvements.
• Inform supervisors of any required maintenance or repairs.
• Maintain safe worksite and protect client/site personnel.

Skills

High school diploma

Class 5 license

2+ years experience

Dozer experience

Heavy equipment knowledge

CSO/BSO/OSSA

English proficiency

Heavy equipment courses

Work authorization Canada

Education

College or industry courses in heavy equipment operating

Job description

Fort McKay Group of Companies LP is seeking a Utility Heavy Equipment Operator north of Fort McMurray, AB. The role focuses on safe, productive operation of heavy equipment on Civil Construction worksites, with routine maintenance and adherence to client policies.

We offer a 6 on/6 off schedule with 12-hour day and night shifts, plus overtime opportunities after 8 hours daily or 44 hours weekly. Camp accommodation is not provided; local position on Syncrude site continuity.