Skilled Utility Operator (2450)

Bouchier; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Camp provided

Flights from Edmonton/Calgary

Health & Dental

Long-Term Disability

RPP with company matching

Vacation pay 6%

Overtime available

Accommodations provided

Job summary

Bouchier is seeking a Skilled Operator for the Suncor Firebag site in Alberta. This seasonal role requires operating a range of heavy equipment, maintaining gear, and supporting laborer duties as needed. Camp and flights from Edmonton or Calgary hubs are provided.

Eligible candidates will have 2-5 years of heavy equipment experience, CSO, WHMIS 2015, H2S Alive, and the ability to pass a drug/alcohol test. English fluency is required, with safety as a top priority.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of heavy equipment operating experience.
• CSO (Common Safety Orientation) certificate is required.
• WHMIS 2015 and H2S Alive certifications.
• Ability to pass Drug & Alcohol and a Fit for Duty test.
• Must be fluent in English (read, write, speak).
• Safety-conscious attitude and ability to work shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and effectively (including dozers, excavators, loaders, graders, water trucks, and snow plows).
• Perform pre-operational checks and daily logbook entries.
• Maintain and secure equipment; perform basic maintenance as directed.
• Coordinate with maintenance for repairs and with site supervision for job tasks.
• Participate in safety and line-up meetings; support laborer duties when required.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operating

Education

Valid Class 1 or 3 preferred

Job description

Company Description:

Launched in 1998 with nothing more than a used Caterpillar dozer and an entrepreneurial spirit, Bouchier has grown to be a leading provider of integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region.

From our head office in Fort McKay, Alberta, the company now employs more than 1200 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 425 pieces of equipment.

With a strong belief in doing the right things in the right way, Bouchier is now one of the largest companies owned and operated by Indigenous peoples in the area providing contracting, construction, and general site services.

Position Summary:

Position: Skilled Operator

Type: Seasonal

Location: Suncor Firebag

Schedule: 14/14 (Averaging Agreement)

Shift: Day Shift / Night Shift / Rotating

Camp & Flights from Edmonton or Calgary hubs.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive market rates
• Vacation pay at 6% - paid out bi-weekly upon start date
• Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits– eligible after 12 months of continuous service
  • Employer paid Insurances.
• RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching.
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program

Other Incentives:

• Progression and development opportunities
• Safety Recognition
• Years of Service Recognition – Annual
• Bouchier welcome gift and company swag
• Overtime available but not guaranteed
• Accommodations provided –Available dependent upon role/site
• Flights from Edmonton/Calgary hub – Available dependent upon role and work location

Role Summary:

The Utility Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment may include Lowbed, excavators, loaders, dozers, graders, water trucks, snow plows and other pieces of equipment. The Heavy Equipment Operator must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by legislation, as well as company policies and procedures. Due to the nature of our work, Operators may be required to perform Laborer duties from time to time.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Must be experience in operating all pieces of heavy equipment
• Operate all assigned equipment in a safe and effective manner
• Read, countersign and enter comments into daily operator logbook
• Complete and document a pre-operational check on assigned equipment
• Grease equipment as necessary
• Ensure all equipment has proper safety equipment in place
• Keep interior clean
• Any required repairs to assigned equipment are communicated to maintenance personnel
• Maintain a cooperative working relationship with customers and other employees
• Participate in Job Hazard Assessments, Feld Level Risk Assessments and line-up meetings
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Site Superintendent

Education & Experience:

• 2-5 Years' Heavy Equipment Operating
• Valid Class 1 or 3 preferred
• Ability to lift and pull up to 50lbs
• Ability to work in all weather
• Ability to work shift work
• Safety conscious attitude
• CSO (Common Safety Orientation) certificate is required
• WHMIS 2015
• H2S Alive
• Ability to pass Drug & Alcohol and a Fit for Duty Test
• All applicants must have the ability to speak, read and write fluently in English