Heavy Equipment Operator (Dozer D9 - D11) (Kearl)

North American Construction Group; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 89,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift premium

Weekly pay

Benefits and pension after 400 hours

Transportation to site

PPE provided

Growth opportunities

Union membership (IUOE Local 955)

Job summary

North American Construction Group (NACG) is seeking skilled Dozer Operators to join our remote mining site team in the Fort McMurray area. The role offers a combined rate of up to $56.50/hour, with room for growth and a strong union affiliation.

Responsibilities include operating D9–D11 dozers, reading stakes, and ensuring safety compliance on site. Camp accommodations, flights, and weekly pay are provided, with night shift premium and extensive pre-employment requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating D9-D11 sized Dozers.
• Minimum 1 year working with mining shovels.
• Proficient in English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Operate D9 - D11 Dozer and various models as required.
• Read stakes and place grade as needed.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures.
• Perform safety checks and report repairs as needed.
• Conduct pre-job risk assessments and use PPE.

Skills

Dozer operation (D9-D11)

Mining shovel experience

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

NACG are seeking DOZER 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 $56.50/hour as well as room for growth!

Where You’ll Be Working

• Site Kearl
• Schedule 14 x 14, 12-hour days (paid for 12 hours). 14 days on, 14 off. 14 nights on, 14 off.
• Accommodations Camp accommodation is provided.
• Transportation Flights are provided to and from Edmonton or Calgary. Bussing provided from Fort McMurray to site (before and after rotation).
• Overtime Currently at Kearl they have blended rates with no overtime.

We are proud to work with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955. Successful candidates will become a part of that union.

What’s In It for You?

Benefits are important and we offer lots!

• Up to a combined rate of pay of $56.50/ hour
• Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay allocated to each paycheck
• Night shift premium +$1.20 / hour
• Paid weekly
• Membership with one of the largest IUOE locals in North America
• Benefits and pension after 400 hours worked, including medical and dental benefits
• Transportation to and from site, save on gas expenses!
• PPE provided, just bring your own CSA certified steel toed boots
• Room for growth and future advancements

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operate D9 - D11 Dozer and various sizes and models of Dozers required to complete assigned work
• This position involves providing shovels with support out at site as requested
• Read stakes and be able to place a grade as needed
• Ensure compliance to all company, client and legislated safety policies, operating standards and procedures
• Using adequate and suitable safety equipment, including PPE
• Reviewing safe work plans/ hazard assessment with prior to job commencement and follow all requirements
• Complete equipment/ area walk-arounds, safety checks and field level risk assessments and ensure all equipment is running properly
• Report any necessary or anticipated repairs to the maintenance team or supervisors immediately
• Report all incidents, near misses or damage immediately

What Makes You The ONE

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating D9 - D11 sized Dozer
• Minimum 1 year working with mining shovels
• Previous experience operating with muskeg / soft ground required
• Minimum one year experience in a mining atmosphere preferred
• Must be able to follow instructions to ensure safe equipment operation
• A safety-first attitude
• Attentive and possess strong listening skills
• High school diploma, GED, and/or post-secondary education is considered an asset
• Must be proficient in English, both verbal and written
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

What's Next

If you are chosen to move forward in our hiring process for a site-based role, you will be asked to provide the following

• Have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and ability to provide a recent acceptable Driver’s Abstract
• Valid CSO Certification
• Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness or Energy Safety Canada Wildlife Awareness (including Bear Awareness) (Kearl Only)
• Be subject to Random Testing at Suncor, Suncor Fort Hills and Kearl sites
• Undergo and successfully pass the following pre-employment testing
• Breath Alcohol Test
• Urine Drug Test
• Fitness-to-Work Health Assessment
• Audiometric Testing
• Vision Screening
• Criminal Record Check

Once dispatched the following processes will occur

• Will receive a call from NACG to set up all required pre-employment testing
• An email will be sent with all required New Hire Paperwork to be filled out
• After all results and paperwork are received by NACG, candidates will be contacted by Site Admin to schedule orientation and confirm your start date and other site-specific details.

Please note The onboarding process can take anywhere from 3-8 business days.

Shift, site, and start times are subject to change.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE, SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED VIA PHONE OR EMAIL.

NACG in a Nutshell

North American Construction Group (NACG) has served as an industry leader in the heavy construction and mining industries for over 65 years. In that time, we’ve proven ourselves as a safe and reliable contractor who can complete projects of any size and scope. We’ve also taken a number of bold steps forward to broaden our footprint, expanding to mines outside our provincial borders, and providing third-party maintenance services to clients and customers.

In addition to providing employees with rewarding careers, North American has a whole lot more to offer

• Significant Growth -As a company, NACG is rapidly expanding, and has practically doubled in size over the past year alone.
• Long Term Contracts - With over $1 billion dollars in contracted work booked through 2023, NACG can provide long term employment solutions and numerous opportunities for advancement.
• Commitment To Safety - With a top tier record for safety performance, NACG is dedicated to ensuring that everyone gets home safe, and constantly strives for a goal zero performance.
• Competitive Compensation - NACG provides competitive compensation packages for all employees.
• Attractive Benefits Package - With a substantial benefits package provided to all employees, NACG ensures that you are covered for life’s many surprises.
• GRRSP Matching - As you begin your new career, you can also start planning for the future thanks to NACG’s GRRSP matching.
• Safety focused - An exceptional leader in committing to a safe work environment by promoting personal safety amongst the workforce and continually improving our HSE systems. Everybody gets home safe!

North American Construction Group is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels safe, valued, and respected. We recognize the talent, perspective, and creative force that diverse groups of people generate, and we encourage all people to express interest with us especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups who might hesitate before applying. If you require accommodation in submitting interest on a role or throughout our interview process, please email us at [e-mail] to ask for assistance.

North American Construction Group acknowledges that we perform work on the Traditional Treaty 6 and 8 Territories, home to the Cree, Dene, Blackfoot, Saulteaux and Nakota Sioux, and the Metis.

Become a member of the North American family today!