Wireline Operator Indigenous Career Opportunity

GrizzlyTrek Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Life insurance

Extended health

Dental coverage

Travel coverage

Training and career development

Job summary

GrizzlyTrek Group is hiring a Level 1 Wireline Operator for field operations across Northern Alberta. Based in Edmonton, you will drive and operate wireline trucks, assist rigging, and maintain downhole tools under a Field Supervisor.

This entry-level, seasonal role offers a base salary of $45,000 plus field bonuses and the chance to gain hands-on oilfield experience. Rotations are 21 on / 7 off January–March and 15 on / 6 off April–December, with 24-hour on-call shifts.

Qualifications

• Class 1 or Class 3 licence with a clean driver’s abstract.
• Mechanical aptitude and the physical fitness for demanding field work.
• Willingness to travel, work in remote locations, and accept rotations up to 21 days.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate wireline trucks to job sites.
• Help rig equipment in and out and maintain wireline gear.
• Service downhole tools and perform basic mechanical maintenance.
• Test and repair wireline cable and collect operational data.
• Follow safety and quality procedures under a Field Supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to travel

Safety awareness

Team player

Job description

Wireline Operator (Level 1)

Edmonton, Alberta | Seasonal | $45,000 base salary plus field bonuses

Oilfield / Wireline | Entry Level | Rotational, 24-Hour On-Call

Hiring now.

GrizzlyTrek is hiring a Level 1 Wireline Operator for our valued client's field operations across Northern Alberta. You will drive and operate wireline trucks, help rig equipment in and out, and keep the cable and downhole tools in working order under a Field Supervisor. The role is based out of Edmonton and pays a $45,000 base salary plus field bonuses.

This is primarily a seasonal role. Permanent employment is possible but rare, and is reserved for top-performing Operators.

At a Glance

• Pay: $45,000 base salary per year (Operator 1), plus field bonuses based on field assignments
• Estimated Seasonal Earnings: $40,000 to $60,000, December to March
• Position Type: Seasonal, entry level
• Location: Based in Edmonton, Alberta, with field work across Northern Alberta
• Schedule: January to March: 21 days on, 7 days off. April to December: 15 days on, 6 days off
• Shifts: Shift work with 24-hour on‑call
• Licence: Class 1 or Class 3 (manual preferred). Class 5 accepted with industry experience
• Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and travel coverage

The Work

You are based out of Edmonton. From January to March you work field and camp jobs throughout Northern Alberta on a 21 days on, 7 days off rotation. From April to December the rotation is 15 days on, 6 days off. When you are not in the field, you work shop duties in Edmonton. Expect shift work and 24-hour on‑call.

What You'll Do

• Drive and operate wireline trucks to job sites
• Help rig equipment in and out
• Prepare, load, unload, and maintain wireline equipment
• Service downhole tools and carry out basic mechanical maintenance
• Test and repair wireline cable
• Collect and report operational data
• Follow all safety and quality procedures, working under the direction of a Field Supervisor

What You Bring

• A Class 1 or Class 3 licence with a clean driver's abstract. A Class 5 licence is accepted only with relevant industry experience
• Mechanical aptitude and the physical fitness for demanding field work
• Willingness to travel, work in remote locations, and work rotations of up to 21 days in Northern Alberta
• Availability for shift work and 24-hour on‑call
• Reliable transportation
• Strong safety awareness and the ability to work as part of a team

Nice to Have

• A manual transmission Class 1 or Class 3 licence
• Previous oilfield or wireline experience

Why Operators Take This Job

• Get in at entry level. Oilfield or wireline experience is an asset, not a requirement, if you hold a Class 1 or Class 3 licence.
• A ladder to climb. Advancement is available through Operator Levels 1 to 4. Specialist and Supervisor positions typically require an engineering degree.
• Strong winter earnings. A $45,000 base plus field bonuses, with estimated seasonal earnings of $40,000 to $60,000 from December to March.
• Set rotations. 21 on, 7 off from January to March, and 15 on, 6 off from April to December.

Benefits

• Overtime opportunities based on operational requirements
• Life insurance plus AD&D with critical illness and cancer coverage
• Extended health: drugs, hospital, hearing, orthotics, vision, and paramedical including mental health
• Dental coverage, including orthodontic coverage for children
• Travel insurance up to $5,000,000 per incident
• Ongoing training and career development support

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 welcome applications from all qualified candidates and proudly support Indigenous employment.

Are you a Canadian Indigenous Person?

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