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Heavy Equipment Operator; Excavator); Kearl

Job in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada
Listing for: North American Construction Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-20
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor & Trades, Field/Service Technician
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 59.28 CAD Hourly CAD 59.28 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Heavy Equipment Operator (Excavator) (Kearl)

NACG are seeking 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 $59.28/hour as well as room for growth!

Where You’ll Be Working
  • Site Kearl
  • Schedule 14 x 14, 12-hour days and nights (paid 12 hours). 14 days on, 14 off. 14 nights on, 14 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 Currently at Kearl they have blended rates with no overtime.

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 $59.28/ hour
  • Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay allocated to each paycheck
  • 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
What You’ll Be Doing
  • Operate various sizes and models of excavators 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
What Makes You The ONE
  • Minimum 5 years of experience operating excavators (870 or larger)
  • Minimum one year experience in a mining atmosphere preferred
  • Familiar and comfortable working in a production environment
  • Must be able to excavate ditch slope and grade
  • 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.
  • Be proficient in English, both verbally and written
  • Have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License
What's Next
  • Have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and ability to provide a recent Driver’s Abstract
  • Provide a valid CSO and Wildlife Awareness (including Bear Awareness) tickets (Kearl Only). All tickets are to be completed through Energy Safety Canada
  • Be subject to Random Testing at Suncor, Suncor Fort Hills and Kearl sites
  • Undergo and successfully pass the following pre-employment testing
  • Breath Alcohol Test
  • Urine Drug Test
  • Fitness-to-Work Health Assessment
  • Audiometric Testing
  • Vision Screening

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.

NACG in a Nutshell
  • 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…
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