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Sideboom Operators (Local Fort McMurray)

@ Ledcor Pipe & Infrastructure Inc.

Fort McMurray, Alberta

Full-time3+ years experience
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Overview

Ledcor Pipe & Infrastructure Inc. is hiring full-time Sideboom Operators for ongoing maintenance work at Suncor Baseplant in Fort McMurray, AB. The role involves operating 594 and 587 sideboom models to lift and move pipe, working in tandem with other operators, on a 14/7 rotation of 10-hour days with day and night shifts. The posting requires at least 3 years of sideboom experience, the ability to read capacity charts and rigging requirements, and a valid driver's licence.

Responsibilities:

  • Operate 594 and 587 sidebooms to lift and move pipe per lift plan
  • Carry pipe in tandem with other operators
  • Perform pre-use inspections and daily equipment checks
  • Report maintenance and safety concerns
  • Follow Ledcor, client and regulatory HSE requirements

Requirements summary:

  • Minimum 3 years of sideboom operating experience
  • Ability to interpret capacity charts and identify rigging requirements
  • Understanding of boom length, cable length, cable size and load limits
  • Successful pre-access drug and alcohol test
  • Strong commitment to safety
  • Valid driver's licence

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Health insuranceDentalVisionLife insuranceWellness
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-09-10
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-14

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Experience3+ years
Hours per week40
Scheduleday, overnight
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checksdrug and alcohol
Encouraged to apply2SLGBTQ+, Veterans, People with disabilities
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Wellness

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Ledcor Pipe & Infrastructure Inc.

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Job description
Looking for local work and long-term opportunity?

Ledcor is seeking Sideboom Operators to join our team for ongoing maintenance work in Suncor Baseplant, Fort McMurray AB.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable industrial experience, advance your trade, and build a stable, long-term career with a trusted industry leader.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Operate 594 and 587 models safely and efficiently according to lift plan and site procedures

  • Lift and move pipe for fabrication and assembly

  • Work in tandem with other operators to safely carry sections of pipe

  • Exercise extreme caution with awareness of potential situational hazards to ensure site safety

  • Perform pre-use inspections and equipment walk-arounds before operating

  • Complete daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns

  • Adhere to all Ledcor, client, and regulatory health, safety, and environmental requirements

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience operating sidebooms

  • Must be able to interpret capacity chart(s) and identify the rigging requirements

  • Must be able to understand the capacity of each component and the relationships between the length of the boom, length of cable, cable size and load limits

  • Must successfully complete pre-access drug and alcohol testing

  • Strong commitment to safety

  • Available for day/night shifts

  • Valid driver's license

Work Conditions:

  • Local Fort McMurray work opportunity

  • 14/7 rotation (10 hours per day)

  • Competitive pay and benefits

  • Extended health and wellness benefits provided by CLAC

  • Opportunities for long-term employment and career growth

Additional Information

Ledcor Pipeline offers a unique set of pipeline services unmatched anywhere in the oil and gas industry. From pipeline construction to investigative digs and subcontractor management, we are accustomed to operating in challenging terrain, and we maintain some of the largest pipeline networks in the world.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

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