Excavator Operator (Ripping)

Overview

NACG in a Nutshell

North American Construction Group (NACG) has served as an industry leader in the heavy construction and mining industries for over 65 that time weve proven ourselves as a safe and reliable contractor who can complete projects of any size and scope. Weve 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 lifes many surprises.
• GRRSP Matching As you begin your new career you can also start planning for the future thanks to NACGs 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 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!

Position Scope

NACG is seeking Ripping Excavator 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 $54.86/hour as well as room for growth!

Where Youll Be Working

• Site: Fort Hills
• Schedule: 14 x 7 hour days (paid for 12 hours). 14 days on 7 off. 14 nights on 7 off.
• Accommodations: Camp accommodation is provided.
• Transportation: Flights are provided to and from Edmonton or Calgary. Bussing provided from Fort McMurray to site (before and after rotation).
• Overtime: Provided after 8 hours in a day or 44 hours in a week.

We are proud to work with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955. Successful candidates will become a part of that union.

Whats 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
• 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 Youll Be Doing

• Operate various sizes and models of excavators 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 2-3 years of experience operatington sized Excavators
• Must have ripping experience
• Minimum one year experience in a mining atmosphere preferred
• Willing and able to work in soft ground conditions (Muskeg) and rip frost above shovels
• Must be able to follow instructions to ensure safe equipment operation
• Must be proficient in English both verbal and written
• Must be well-organized and favor safety above everything else
• Ability to complete required fitness-to-work testing requirements
• CSO OR BSO Certification
• Silica Awareness Training
• Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License with acceptable drivers abstract (pulled within 30 days)
• High school diploma GED and/or post-secondary education is considered an asset

Required Experience:

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