Posted 24 months ago
Loader Operator (Fort Hills)
@ North American Construction Group Inc.
Fort McMurray, Alberta
Overview
North American Construction Group (NACG) is hiring a temporary wheel loader operator for its Fort Hills mine site near Fort McMurray. The role is a 14x7 or 10x4 rotation of 12-hour day shifts at up to $52.29/hour combined, with overtime, bussing to site and union membership.
Responsibilities:
- Operate a wheel loader at the Fort Hills mine site
- Use a pipe grapple and handle pipe
- Operate safely in congested environments
- Follow instructions to ensure safe equipment operation
Requirements summary:
- Experience using a pipe grapple and handling pipe
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence
- Proficient in English, verbal and written
- Safety-first attitude
- Previous mine experience is an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · icims
- Employer posting date
- 2024-11-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Hours per week | 60 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CSO or BSO, Silica Awareness, Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness, CSA certified steel toed boots |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record, drug and alcohol |
| 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 | 111 |
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Position Scope
NACG are seeking Wheel Loader Operators to 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 $52.29/hr as well as room for growth!
Where You'll Be Working
- Site: Fort Hills
- Schedule: 14x7 OR 10x4, 12-hour days (paid for 12 hours). Days only.
- Accommodations: Accomodations NOT provided.
- Transportation: Bussing provided from Fort McMurray to site (before and after rotation).
- Overtime: Provided after 8 hours a day or 44 hours a week.
The duration of the project will be reviewed on an on-going basis.
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 $52.29/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
experienced in using a pipe grapple and handling pipe
Qualifications
What Makes You the ONE
experienced in using a pipe grapple and handling pipe.
- Previous mine experience is an asset.
- Must be comfortable operating in a congested environment.
- 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
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:
- 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:
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
Who Is NACG?
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 – 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 [email protected] 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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