Heavy Equipment Operator (Grader) (Suncor)

North American Construction Group; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift premium

Weekly pay

Transportation to site

Pension after 400 hours

PPE provided

Room for growth

Job summary

North American Construction Group is seeking a Grader Operator to join our remote mining site team near Fort McMurray. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and room for growth in a safety‑driven operation.

You will operate graders 16–24 ft, read grade stakes, use GPS, and perform pre‑use inspections on a 14 x 14 schedule with 12‑hour days. Transportation to site is provided and accommodations are not.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of grader experience, preferably 16 ft or larger.
• Experience on M-series graders is an asset.
• Haul Road maintenance experience is an asset.
• Must be able to read grade stakes and be familiar with GPS.
• Minimum one year experience in a mining or heavy construction earthworks environment preferred.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with acceptable driver’s abstract.
• Proficient in English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Operate articulating motor graders ranging in size from 16 to 24 ft blade in a mining or heavy construction earthworks environment to maintain roadways and loading & dump areas (model types can include but are not limited to Caterpillar and John Deere).
• Read stakes and be able to place a grade as needed; use GPS equipment.
• Complete pre-use equipment inspections to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Complete field level risk / hazard assessments prior to task and as task changes.
• Participate in the safe fueling and servicing of equipment.
• Interact with light vehicles, hauling, loading, and dumping equipment.
• Follow mine driving rules.
• Interact with other contractor and client equipment.
• Ensure compliance to all company, client and legislated safety policies, operating standards, and procedures.
• Using adequate and suitable safety equipment, including all required PPE.
• Reviewing safe work plans/ hazard assessment with prior to job commencement and follow all requirements.
• Report any necessary or anticipated repairs to the maintenance team or supervisors immediately.
• Report all incidents, near misses or damage immediately.

Skills

Grader operation

Grade stakes reading

GPS navigation

English proficiency

Mining earthworks

M-series graders

Class 5 license

Job description

NACG is seeking a Grader Operator 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 $52.29/hour as well as room for growth!

Where You’ll Be Working

• Site Suncor Base mine
• 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 not provided.
• Transportation Bussing provided from Fort McMurray to and from site.

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?

• Up to a combined rate of pay of $52.29/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 articulating motor graders ranging in size from 16 to 24 ft blade in a mining or heavy construction earthworks environment to maintain roadways and loading & dump areas (model types can include but are not limited to Caterpillar and John Deere).
• Read stakes and be able to place a grade as needed; use GPS equipment.
• Complete pre-use equipment inspections to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Complete field level risk / hazard assessments prior to task and as task changes.
• Participate in the safe fueling and servicing of equipment.
• Interact with light vehicles, hauling, loading, and dumping equipment.
• Follow mine driving rules.
• Interact with other contractor and client equipment.
• Ensure compliance to all company, client and legislated safety policies, operating standards, and procedures.
• Using adequate and suitable safety equipment, including all required PPE.
• Reviewing safe work plans/ hazard assessment with prior to job commencement and follow all requirements.
• 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 on graders preferably 16 ft or larger.
• Experience on M series graders considered an asset.
• Haul Road Maintenance experience an asset.
• Must be able to read grade stakes and be familiar with GPS.
• Minimum one year experience in a mining or heavy construction earthworks environment preferred.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with acceptable drivers abstract (pulled within 30 days).
• Must be proficient in English, both verbal and written.

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

• Provide a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and ability to provide a recent Driver’s Abstract
• Valid CSO or BSO (Energy Safety Canada)
• Silica Awareness (Energy Safety Canada)
• Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness (Energy Safety Canada)
• OHS Alberta Legislation Awareness (Energy Safety Canada)
• H2S Awareness (Energy Safety Canada)
• Field Ergonomics (Energy Safety Canada)
• 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.

Who Is NACG?

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 - 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. We encourage members of those and all traditional lands to apply with us.

Become a member of the North American family today!