Indigenous Frac Operator

GrizzlyTrek Group Ltd.; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Meal allowance up to $50/day

Fuel discount card

Life insurance and AD&D

Extended health coverage

Job summary

GrizzlyTrek Group Ltd. in Red Deer, AB invites Indigenous applicants to join as a Frac Operator in Training. This full-time, year-round program starts with paid training including Class 1 driver training; you will earn $80,000+ in year one and $120,000+ in year two, with a job bonus.

You must live within 80 km of Red Deer, hold a Class 5 license (Class 3 or 1 accepted), and have at least three years of driving experience. The program includes six weeks of paid training and rotation schedule.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 5 driver's licence at minimum; Class 3 or 1 accepted.
• 3+ years driving experience on Class 5 or higher.
• Able to drive a manual transmission vehicle.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Complete paid six-week Frac Operator in Training program including Class 1 training.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and shop duties as needed.
• Follow Health, Safety, and Environment policies and procedures.
• Work in all weather conditions as part of a team.

Skills

Class 5 license

Manual transmission

3+ years driving

Physically fit

Job description

Indigenous Frac Operator in Training | $80,000+ First Year | Red Deer, AB Red Deer, AB | Full Time, Year Round | Indigenous Employment Opportunity Oil and Gas / Frac Operations | Entry Level, Paid Class 1 Training | Rotational Schedule Hiring now. In-person interviews start the week of October 19, 2026. GrizzlyTrek is seeking a Frac Operator in Training to join our valued client's team in Red Deer.

This is full-time, year-round work that starts with paid training, including your Class 1 driver's training. You earn $80,000+ in your first year and $120,000+ in your second year, salary plus job bonus. This opportunity is open to all Indigenous applicants, whatever licence class you hold.

At a Glance

Who This Is For First Nations, Métis and Inuit applicants, regardless of licence class (Class 5 minimum) Pay Salary plus job bonus: $80,000+ in year one, $120,000+ in year two. Vacation pay on base and bonus earnings. Position Type Full time, year round Location Red Deer, AB. You must live within 80 km of Red Deer. Training Paid six-week Frac Operator in Training program, open to every Indigenous applicant whatever licence you hold. Class 1 driver's training (MELT) is provided. Schedule During training: 10 days on, 4 days off. After training: 15 days on, 6 days off. Hours Variable, based on operational needs Licence Class 5 minimum (Class 3 and Class 1 also accepted), with at least 3 years of driving experience and fewer than 6 demerits Interviews In person, starting the week of October 19, 2026

What You Bring

• You self-identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit
• You live within 80 km of Red Deer
• A valid Class 5 driver's licence at minimum, with no GDL restrictions. Class 3 and Class 1 are also accepted
• A minimum of 3 years of driving experience on a Class 5 or higher licence
• Fewer than 6 demerits and a satisfactory driver's abstract
• Able to drive a manual transmission vehicle
• Physically fit and willing to work outdoors in all weather

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Pass a physical medical fit test
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs (23 kg)
• Driver's abstract showing fewer than 6 demerits

What You'll Do

• Complete all requirements of the paid six-week Frac Operator in Training program, including Class 1 driver's training (MELT)
• Assist with equipment maintenance and shop duties as needed
• Follow all Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies and procedures
• Work in all weather conditions as part of a diverse and supportive team

Nice to Have

• Previous hands-on or industry-related experience
• Familiarity with field or mechanical operations

Work Environment

This is physically active outdoor work in all weather conditions, including lifting up to 50 lbs. Daily hours vary with operational needs. You join a collaborative, safety-focused team where your growth is supported from day one.

Why Operators Take This Job

• Get your Class 1 on paid training. Your Class 1 driver's training is provided, and you earn a completion bonus when you finish the program.
• Earnings that grow. $80,000+ in year one and $120,000+ in year two, with job revenue bonus eligibility after you complete the program.
• Full-time, year-round work. A steady rotation, not a seasonal job.
• A real start in energy. This entry-level program builds skills, mentoring, and real-world experience for long-term advancement.

Benefits

• RRSP matching contributions
• Meal allowance of up to $50/day for out-of-district work, and role-specific PPE provided
• Fuel discount card and preferred rates on home and auto insurance
• Life insurance ($100,000 employee, $10,000 spouse, $5,000 per child) plus AD&D with critical illness and cancer coverage
• Extended health, paramedical (including mental health), vision, and dental, including orthodontics for children
• Travel insurance up to $5,000,000 per incident, for trips up to 90 days

About GrizzlyTrek

GrizzlyTrek Group is a Technical Workforce and Indigenous Employment Partner. We recruit skilled trades across Canada's industrial sector and place them with reputable employers offering long term work, fair pay, and room to advance. We are actively seeking Indigenous talent from the Red Deer region, and we support your development with culturally respectful training and long-term mentorship. This opportunity is open to all First Nations, Métis and Inuit applicants.

First Nations, Métis or Inuit, living within 80 km of Red Deer, and holding a Class 5 or higher with 3+ years of driving and fewer than 6 demerits? Your paid training starts here.