Sideboom Operators (Local Fort McMurray)

ledcor; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Wellness benefits

Long-term employment opportunities

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking local Fort McMurray operators to join ongoing maintenance work. This role offers a 14/7 rotation with 10-hour days, local employment growth, and a path to long-term stability in the oil and gas sector.

Ideal candidates have a minimum of 3 years operating sidebooms, can read capacity charts, and understand rigging and load limits. A valid driver's license and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience operating sidebooms.
• Ability to interpret capacity charts and rigging requirements.
• Understand load limits based on boom length and cable size.
• Pre-access drug and alcohol testing required.

Responsibilities

• Operate 594 and 587 models safely and efficiently per lift plan.
• Lift and move pipe for fabrication and assembly.
• Work with other operators to carry pipe sections safely.
• Maintain site safety with hazard awareness.
• Conduct pre-use inspections and walk-arounds.
• Record daily equipment inspections and report issues.
• Follow Ledcor, client, and regulatory safety requirements.

Skills

Sideboom operation

Safety awareness

Interpret capacity charts

Day/night shifts

Tools

Crew equipment knowledge

Job description

Looking for local work and long-term opportunity?

Ledcor is seeking Sideboom Operators to join our team for ongoing maintenance work in Suncor Baseplant, Fort McMurray AB.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable industrial experience, advance your trade, and build a stable, long-term career with a trusted industry leader.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Operate 594 and 587 models safely and efficiently according to lift plan and site procedures
• Lift and move pipe for fabrication and assembly
• Work in tandem with other operators to safely carry sections of pipe
• Exercise extreme caution with awareness of potential situational hazards to ensure site safety
• Perform pre-use inspections and equipment walk-arounds before operating
• Complete daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns
• Adhere to all Ledcor, client, and regulatory health, safety, and environmental requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years' experience operating sidebooms
• Must be able to interpret capacity chart(s) and identify the rigging requirements
• Must be able to understand the capacity of each component and the relationships between the length of the boom, length of cable, cable size and load limits
• Must successfully complete pre-access drug and alcohol testing
• Strong commitment to safety
• Available for day/night shifts
• Valid driver's license

Work Conditions:

• Local Fort McMurray work opportunity
• 14/7 rotation (10 hours per day)
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Extended health and wellness benefits provided by CLAC
• Opportunities for long-term employment and career growth

Additional Information

Ledcor Pipeline offers a unique set of pipeline services unmatched anywhere in the oil and gas industry. From pipeline construction to investigative digs and subcontractor management, we are accustomed to operating in challenging terrain, and we maintain some of the largest pipeline networks in the world.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do.

We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.

All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email . For more information about Ledcor's Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page .