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Grader Operator, Fort Hills

@ Kichton Construction

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Fort McMurray, Alberta

Full-time1+ years experience
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Overview

Kichton Construction LP is hiring full-time Grader Operators in Fort McMurray for the Fort Hills site for Suncor. The work is operating 14 and 16 size graders in a mining earthworks setting on a 14-on, 7-off rotation with 12-hour shifts, with camp accommodation, flights and bussing provided and overtime after 8 hours a day.

Responsibilities:

  • Operate 14 and 16 size graders in mining earthworks
  • Complete pre-use equipment inspections
  • Participate in safe fueling and servicing of equipment
  • Follow mine driving rules and safety procedures
  • Report repairs, incidents, near misses and damage immediately

Requirements summary:

  • Minimum one year mining experience preferred
  • Comfort in a production environment
  • Follow instructions to operate equipment safely
  • Safety-first attitude
  • Proficient in English, verbal and written
  • Valid Class 5 driver's licence

Tools & skills

Heavy equipment

Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalLife insurancePaid time offHealth spending account
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Employer posting date
2026-08-21
First seen by our source
2026-10-11
Source record updated
2026-10-11

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentConstruction trades
Experience1+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday, evening, overtime, overnight
Travelair: minimal · ground: minimal
Work settingPlant or factory, Outdoors, Vehicle
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer none
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsCSA certified steel toed boots
Driver’s licencerequired
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Transit support

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Kichton Construction

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Effective solutions for earth moving and general construction projects.

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Dedicated to providing effective solutions for all earthmoving and general construction projects, Kichton offers comprehensive services that take the clients through the design build stage, providing the equipment, manpower and materials required to take any project to completion.

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  • 135 Boreal Avenue, Fort McMurray, Alberta T9K 0T4, CA
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  • Kichton Construction LP
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Dedicated to providing effective solutions for all earthmoving and general construction projects, Kichton offers comprehensive services that take the clients through the design build stage, providing the equipment, manpower and materials required to take any project to completion.

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IndustryOil, Gas, and Mining
Company size51-200 employees
HeadquartersFort McMurray, Alberta
Organization typePrivately Held
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Job description

Kichton Construction LP is looking for full-time Grader Operators to join our team in Fort McMurray working at Fort Hills for Suncor.

Compensation and Benefits are important, and we offer lots

  • Competitive hourly wages, OT after 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week
  • Performance evaluation after 90 days to access wage/competency level
  • 9.6% Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay allocated to each paycheck.
  • Benefits after your ninety-day probationary period
  • Transportation to and from site.
  • PPE provided, just bring your own CSA certified steel toed boots.
  • Room for growth and future advancements

Where You’ll Be Working

  • Site: Fort Hills
  • Schedule: 12-hour days (paid for 11.5 hours). 14 days on, 7 off. 14 nights on, 7 off.
  • Camp accommodation is provided with your own room and bathroom
  • Flights are provided to and from Edmonton or Calgary.
  • Bussing provided from Fort McMurray to site (before and after rotation).

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Operate 14 and 16 size Graders in a mining or heavy construction earthworks environment
  • Complete pre-use equipment inspections to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition
  • Participate in the safe fueling and servicing of equipment
  • Interact with loading and dumping equipment
  • Follow mine driving rules
  • 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 repairs to the maintenance team or supervisors
  • Report all incidents, near misses or damage immediately

Qualifications

  • Minimum one year experience in a mining atmosphere preferred
  • Familiar and comfortable working in a production environment
  • Must be able to follow instructions to ensure safe equipment operation
  • A safety-first attitude
  • Attentive and possess strong listening skills
  • Be proficient in English, both verbally and written
  • Have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Benefits

  • Extended Health and Dental care
  • Vision
  • Travel
  • Paramedicals
  • Life and dependent life insurance, AD&D
  • $300 health spending account per year

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