Posted 24 months ago
Heavy Equipment Operator (Finish Dozer) (Syncrude Aurora)(Local)(NO Camp)
@ North American Construction Group Inc.
Fort McMurray, Alberta
Overview
North American Construction Group is hiring a temporary Finish Dozer Operator for a remote mining site at Syncrude Aurora near Fort McMurray. The role runs a 14x7 days-only schedule of 12-hour shifts, paid for 12 hours, with bussing to site and overtime after 8 hours a day or 44 hours a week. Pay is up to $54.86/hour combined, and joining IUOE Local 955 is required.
Responsibilities:
- Operate various dozers to complete assigned work
- Read stakes and place grade as needed
- Complete equipment walk-arounds and safety checks
- Report repairs, incidents and near misses immediately
- Follow safe work plans and hazard assessments
Requirements summary:
- Minimum 3 years as a finish dozer operator on civil projects
- Experience with D3 to D8 or larger dozers
- Experience on muskeg and soft wet ground
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence
- Proficient in English, verbal and written
- Mining experience preferred
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2024-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Schedule | day, overtime, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CSO or BSO, Field Ergonomics, Silica Awareness, OHS |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol, criminal record |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Transit support |
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North American Construction Group Inc.
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Full company description
North American Construction Group provides a wide range of mining and heavy construction services to customers in the resource development and industrial construction sectors, primarily within the Canadian oil sands. With over 60 years of experience, we have the skills and resources necessary to provide construction and operations support services to both mining and “in situ” oil sands projects, and qualified staff to complete each project safely and efficiently. We also operate one of the largest equipment fleets in the oil sands.
- LinkedIn followers
- 23,689
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,102
- Reported office locations
- 26550 Acheson Rd, Parkland County, Alberta T7X, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Mining
- Energy
- Other recorded names
- North American Construction Group Inc.
- North American Construction Group
- Specialties
- Heavy Construction and Mining
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 251,634,980
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
North American Construction Group provides a wide range of mining and heavy construction services to customers in the resource development and industrial construction sectors, primarily within the Canadian oil sands. With over 60 years of experience, we have the skills and resources necessary to provide construction and operations support services to both mining and “in situ” oil sands projects, and qualified staff…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Mining |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Parkland County, Alberta |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | Heavy Construction and Mining |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 113 |
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Position Scope
NACG is looking for Finish Dozer Operators to work on a remote mining site in the Fort McMurray area. You must be well-organized and favor safety above everything else.
Site: Syncrude-Aurora
Schedule: 14x7 - 12 hours (paid for 12 hours) Days only
Accommodations: Camp not provided
Transportation: Bussing provided from Fort McMurray to site (before and after shifts)
Overtime: Provided after 8 hours a day or 44 hours a week
The successful candidate will be required to join the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955.
What’s In It for You?
Benefits are important and we offer lots!
- Up to a combined rate of pay of $54.86/hour
- Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay allocated to each paycheck
- 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 various sizes and models of Dozer as required to complete assigned work
- Read stakes and be able to place a grade as needed
- Ensure compliance to all company, client and legislated safety policies, operating standards and procedures
- Using adequate and suitable safety equipment, including PPE
- Reviewing safe work plans/ hazard assessment with prior to job commencement and follow all requirements
- Complete equipment/ area walk-arounds, safety checks and field level risk assessments and ensure all equipment is running properly
- 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 of 3 years experience working as a Finish Dozer Operator on a civil type project.
- Ability to execute a high tolerance construction scope with final grade
- Previous experience operating D3 to D8 sized Dozer or larger
- Previous experience operating with muskeg / soft & wet ground required
- Previous experience building roads / corridors
- Previous experience backfilling pipe/trenches
- Previous experience sloping/spotting trucks
- Minimum one year experience in a mining atmosphere preferred
- Must be able to follow instructions to ensure safe equipment operation
- A safety-first attitude
- Attentive and possess strong listening skills
- High school diploma, GED, and/or post-secondary education is considered an asset
- Must be proficient in English, both verbal and written
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
Summary
All successful candidates must:
- Breath Alcohol Test
- Urine Drug Test
- Fitness-to-Work Assessment
- Audiometric Testing
- Vision Screening
- Criminal Record Check
Shift, site, and start times are subject to change.
All successful candidates MUST provide the following items prior to confirmation of their start date:
Once dispatched the following processes will occur:
Please note the entire On-boarding process can take anywhere from 3-8 business days.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE, SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED VIA PHONE OR EMAIL.
Overview
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.
North American Construction Group is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected.
Become a member of the North American family today!
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