North American Construction Group

Heavy Equipment Operator (Finish Grader)(Fort Hills)

LocationFort McMurray, AB

About This Job


Position Scope:

NACG is seeking Finish Dozer Operatorsto 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 $53.82/hour as well as room for growth! Where You’ll Be Working

Site: Fort Hills
Schedule: 14 x 7, hour days (paid for 11.5 hours). 14 days on, 7 off. 14 nights on, 7 off.
Accommodations: Camp accommodation is provided.
Transportation: Flights are provided to and from Edmonton or Calgary. Bussing 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 $53.82/ 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, save 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* Operate articulating motor graders ranging in size from 16 to 24 ft blade in a mining or heavy construction earthworks environment to maintain roadways and loading & dump areas (model types can include but are not limited to Caterpillar and John Deere)

Read stakes and be able to place a grade as needed; use GPS equipment
Complete pre-use equipment inspections to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition
Complete field level risk / hazard assessments prior to task and as task changes
Participate in the safe fueling and servicing of equipment
Interact with light vehicles, hauling, loading, and dumping equipment
Follow mine driving rules
Interact with other contractor and client equipment
Ensure compliance to all company, client and legislated safety policies, operating standards, and procedures
Using adequate and suitable safety equipment, including all required PPE
Reviewing safe work plans/ hazard assessment with prior to job commencement and follow all requirements
Report any necessary or anticipated repairs to the maintenance team or supervisors immediately
Report all incidents, near misses or damage immediately


Qualifications: What Makes You the ONE* Minimum 3 years of experience on 16H or larger in a mining environment.

Experience on M series graders considered an asset
Must have experience with road building, be able to read stakes, use GPS systems, and shape slopes.
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with acceptable driver's abstract (pulled within 30 days)
Must be proficient in English, both verbal and written



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:* Have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and ability to provide a recent acceptable Driver’s Abstract

Valid CSO or BSO Certification
Hydrogen Sulphide Awareness
Silica Awareness
Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness
Be subject to Random Testing at: Suncor, Suncor Fort Hills and Kearl sites
Undergo and successfully pass the following pre-employment testing:

Breath Alcohol Test
Urine Drug Test
Fitness-to-Work Health Assessment
Audiometric Testing
Vision Screening
Criminal Record Check


Once dispatched the following processes will occur:

Will receive a call from NACG to set up all required pre-employment testing
An email will be sent with all required New Hire Paperwork to be filled out
After all results and paperwork are received by NACG, candidates will be contacted by Site Admin to schedule orientation and confirm your start date and other site-specific details.

Please note: The onboarding process can take anywhere from 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 served as an industry leader in the heavy construction and mining industries for over 65 years. In that time, we’ve proven ourselves as a safe and reliable contractor who can complete projects of any size and scope. We’ve also taken a number of bold steps forward to broaden our footprint, expanding to mines outside our provincial borders, and providing third-party maintenance services to clients and customers.


In addition to providing employees with rewarding careers, North American has a whole lot more to offer:


Significant Growth –As a company, NACG is rapidly expanding, and has practically doubled in size over the past year alone.
Long Term Contracts – With over $1 billion dollars in contracted work booked through 2023, NACG can provide long term employment solutions and numerous opportunities for advancement.
Commitment To Safety – With a top tier record for safety performance, NACG is dedicated to ensuring that everyone gets home safe, and constantly strives for a goal zero performance.
Competitive Compensation – NACG provides competitive compensation packages for all employees.
Attractive Benefits Package – With a substantial benefits package provided to all employees, NACG ensures that you are covered for life’s many surprises.
GRRSP Matching – As you begin your new career, you can also start planning for the future thanks to NACG’s GRRSP matching.
Safety focused – An exceptional leader in committing to a safe work environment by promoting personal safety amongst the workforce and continually improving our HSE systems. Everybody gets home safe!


North American Construction Group is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels safe, valued, and respected. We recognize the talent, perspective, and creative force that diverse groups of people generate, and we encourage all people to express interest with us especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups who might hesitate before applying. If you require accommodation in submitting interest on a role or throughout our interview process, please email us at careers@nacg.ca to ask for assistance.

North American Construction Group acknowledges that we perform work on the Traditional Treaty 6 and 8 Territories, home to the Cree, Dene, Blackfoot, Saulteaux and Nakota Sioux, and the Metis. We encourage members of those and all traditional lands to apply with us.

Become a member of the North American family today!


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