Skilled Ground Worker (Fort Hills)

North American Energy Partners, Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Skilled Ground Worker at a remote mining site in Fort McMurray. This role offers competitive pay at up to $36.17/hour, with opportunities for growth and overtime. You'll be part of a dedicated team, ensuring safety and compliance while performing essential tasks like snow removal, driving light vehicles, and installing piping. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental coverage after just 400 hours of work. With a strong commitment to safety and a diverse workplace, this is your chance to build a rewarding career in the mining industry.

Benefits

Vacation and statutory holiday pay

Night shift premium

Weekly pay

PPE provided

Transportation to site

Medical and dental benefits

Room for growth

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in a labourer role with mine experience.
• Must be physically fit, capable of lifting 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Snow removal and driving light vehicles in the mine.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Labourer experience

Safety compliance

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary education

Tools

Plate tampers

Light vehicles

Hand tools

Job description

Position Scope

NACG is seeking Skilled Ground Workers 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 $36.17/hour and room for growth!

Where You’ll Be Working

• Site: Fort Hills
• Schedule: 14 x 7, hour days (paid for 11.5 hours). Days and Nights
• Accommodations: Camp accommodation is provided
• Transportation: Flights are provided to and from Edmonton or Calgary. Busing provided from Fort McMurray to site (before and after rotation)
• Overtime: Provided after 8 hours in a day or 44 hours in a week

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 $36.17/hour
• Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay allocated to each paycheck
• Earn up to 61 hours of overtime per 14-day rotation
• 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, saving on gas expenses!
• PPE provided, just bring your own CSA certified steel-toed boots
• Room for growth and future advancements

Responsibilities

What You’ll Be Doing

• Snow removal around shop and front parking lot (seasonal).
• Driving light vehicles in the mine
• Installing culverts/pipes
• Using plate tampers/other hand tools.
• Moving light plants/heaters and installing silt fence/filter cloth/geogrid.
• Ensure compliance with all company, client, and legislated safety policies and procedures.
• Using adequate and suitable safety equipment, including PPE.
• Reviewing safe work plans/hazard assessments prior to job commencement.

Qualifications

What Makes You the ONE

• 2 years experience in a labourer role.
• Minimum 1 year of previous mine experience.
• Previous experience shoveling, raking, grade/laser work, managing pumps and dewatering, installing piping and backfill is considered an asset.
• Successful candidate must be physically fit, capable of lifting 50 lbs (will be doing a lot of lifting and working outdoors), and work well with others.
• A safety-first attitude
• Attentive and possess strong listening skills
• High school diploma, GED, and/or post-secondary education is considered an asset
• Proficient in English, both verbally and written
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Summary

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:

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and ability to provide a recent Driver’s Abstract
• Valid CSO
• Silica Awareness
• Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness
• Hydrogen Sulphide Awareness
• OHS Alberta Legislation
• Subject to Random Testing at: Suncor, Suncor Fort Hills, and Kearl sites
• Successful completion of pre-employment testing:
• Breath Alcohol Test
• Urine Drug Test
• Fitness-to-Work Health Assessment
• Audiometric Testing
• Vision Screening

Once dispatched, the following processes will occur:

• Receive a call from NACG to set up all required pre-employment testing
• An email with all required New Hire Paperwork will be sent to you
• After all results and paperwork are received, candidates will be contacted to schedule orientation and confirm start date and site-specific details.

Please note: The onboarding process can take 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.

Overview

NACG in a Nutshell

North American Construction Group (NACG) has been an industry leader in heavy construction and mining for over 65 years. We are a safe and reliable contractor capable of completing projects of any size and scope. We have expanded our operations outside provincial borders and provide third-party maintenance services.

We offer:

• Significant growth, nearly doubling in size over the past year
• Long-term contracts with over $1 billion in booked work through 2023
• A top-tier safety record and commitment to safety
• Competitive compensation packages
• An attractive benefits package
• GRRSP matching for your future savings

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please email us at [e-mail]. We acknowledge the traditional lands of Treaty 6 and 8 territories and encourage members of these lands to apply.

Join the North American family today!