Posted 8 months ago
Equipment Operator/Skilled Labourer
@ Creative Industries
Fort McMurray, Alberta
Overview
Creative Industries is hiring a full-time hourly Equipment Operator/Skilled Labourer reporting to the Construction Team Lead. The work covers civil construction tasks and safe operation of skid steers, loaders, graders and other equipment, including snow clearing, often in all-weather conditions. The posting states 40 hours weekly plus overtime, with days and nights as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Operate construction tools and equipment safely
- Perform civil construction activities under supervision
- Complete pre- and post-trip inspections and work logs
- Report incidents, damage and near-misses immediately
- Work with crews, contractors and customers
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12 diploma or GED required
- Valid Class 5 Alberta licence and clean five-year abstract
- Skid steer and loader experience required
- Trailer towing and tie-down experience required
- Snow clearing operation required
- Ground disturbance certification considered an asset
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-03-01
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day, evening, overtime, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Construction site, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Ground Disturbance certification |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record |
| Education | High school (required) |
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Creative Industries
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Property Maintenance, Construction, Landscaping, Mechanical, Welding, Machining, Trucking Services
Full company description
A locally owned and operated Company, Creative Industries Ltd. was established in 2012. Creative Industries is a company that cares about the long-term growth of our team and Fort McMurray community. We strive to help the community in many small ways with the goal of making a BIG difference. We offer an end-to-end client experience that includes seamless communication, budgeting, staffing, on-site organization, and solid, quality work every time. We are committed to a Health and Safety Program that puts emphasis on protecting workers, property, clients and the public who enter our work sites and the environment in which we work. Management and workers at every level are responsible and accountable for our overall safety performance. Active participation and compliance by all workers, every day, at every job site, is necessary to achieve an incident free workplace. Services provided are: mechanical, welding, automotive and fleet repairs, commercial maintenance, landscaping, earthworks and trucking. AMVIC Licensed Business
- LinkedIn followers
- 405
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 10
- Reported office locations
- 150C MacDonald Crescent, Fort McMurray, Alberta T9H 4B2, CA
- Other recorded names
- Creative Industries
- Creative Industries Ltd.
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
A locally owned and operated Company, Creative Industries Ltd. was established in 2012. Creative Industries is a company that cares about the long-term growth of our team and Fort McMurray community. We strive to help the community in many small ways with the goal of making a BIG difference. We offer an end-to-end client experience that includes seamless communication, budgeting, staffing, on-site organization, and…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 11-50 employees |
| Headquarters | Fort McMurray, Alberta |
| Organization type | Self-Owned |
| Year founded | 2012 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 6 |
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Job Summary
Reporting directly to the Construction Team Lead, the Construction Equipment Operator/Labourer is responsible to perform manual work to support construction activities including the safe operation of a variety of equipment.
The incumbent will conduct all activities in a manner that supports the mission, vision and values of CILTD, as well as adherence to all established Policies and Procedures.
This full-time hourly position is based on forty (40) hours weekly plus overtime. Additional hours may be required in order to meet Company and/or Client requirements. Must be willing and able to work outside in and all-weather conditions.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform construction activities under the direction and supervision of the Construction Team Lead;
- Operate various types of tools and equipment in a safe and productive manner;
- Ensure daily pre and post trip inspections are completed accurately;
- Maintain work records and logs;
- Perform various civil construction activities;
- Report all incidents, damage and near-misses immediately;
- Work cohesively with teams of employees or contractors;
- Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner;
- Complete reports to record issues and work performed; and,
- Work days and nights as needed;
- Other relatable duties as required.
Qualifications
- Grade twelve (12) Diploma or General Educational Diploma ‘GED’ equivalency is required;
- Experienced in operating the following pieces of equipment: John Deere Skid Steer and John Deere 772G Grader; John Deere Loaders.
- Skid Steer and Loader operating experience is required;
- Snow clearing operation required;
- Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License, along with a clean five (5) year driver’s abstract is required;
- Ground Disturbance certification considered an asset;
- Proven experience with building roads are preferred;
- Ability to identify hazards and complete risk assessments;
- Ability to interpret survey layout would be an asset;
- Trailer towing and tie-down experience is required;
- Proven ability to follow direction, work independently and as part of a team;
- Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various construction work tasks;
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize job responsibilities in a fast-paced work environment;
- Attention to detail and reliability in recording and documenting;
- Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain working relationships with supervision and clients;
- Must have excellent communication skills in written and spoken English; and,
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Creative Industries Ltd. is committed to attracting, motivating and retaining an inclusive and diverse workforce. Creative Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Creative Industries Ltd. does not discriminate against applicants based on genders, races, national and ethnic origins, religions, ages, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
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