Grader Operator- Kearl

At Fort McKay Group of Companies LP we are committed to ensuring “no harm” to our most valuable asset – people. We achieve this by: promoting personal safety amongst the workforce; striving for excellence in Safety Performance by making continuous improvement an essential component of our Health, Safety & Environment management systems; we believe the safety is everyone’s responsibility and can only be achieved through the active participation of everyone within the organization. We are devoted to making “Safety… Our Way of Life”.

Summary:
  
Under the direction of the Project Team Lead, the Grader Operator is responsible for assisting the Project Team Lead and General Foreman with accomplishing the project goals and day-to-day objectives and to conduct all activities in a manner that supports the mission, vision and values of the Fort McKay Group of Companies LP.
This is a safety-sensitive position that requires completion of pre-employment/pre-access testing.

Key Focus:

• Operate and maintain a grader, or company vehicle to support other equipment operators and operations in a safe and efficient manner as required to meet specified operational deadlines.
• Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and walk around inspection prior to operating the equipment.
• Assist with general maintenance, upkeeping, cleaning, labour tasks and/or duties as needed at the office, yard, or on a project worksite.
• Act as a spotter for vehicle or equipment moves if necessary
• Participate in toolbox meetings, provide suggestions for improvement and safety
• Advise Team Lead or Shift Supervisor of any required maintenance or repairs of the equipment.
• Maintain a safe disposition at all times, ensure the safety of the client site and more importantly, the safety of fellow personnel/drivers. Freeze the scene of any potential or actual incident.
• Comply with all policies, procedures, and requirements as laid out by the client at all times while on the worksite.
• Perform any related and/or additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Retention of a valid class five (5) driver’s license and clean three (3) year drivers abstract is required
• At least 1+ years of experience as an equipment operator experience within the construction industry located on a project site is preferred, with relevant experience in an environment\ relating to Reclamation, Civil Earthworks, Mining, or Oil/Gas is required. 
• CSO or BSO or CSTS/ OSSA is required.
• Ability to speak, write and read English is required
• Able to accept direction without question, a positive attitude, and able to work in a team environment.
• College or industry courses in heavy equipment operating is considered an asset
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
• Focus oriented, with a strong attention to detail

 This is a temporary full time position located north of Fort McMurray, AB, on the Kearl Site.
 Work schedule is 14 days on, 7 days off; days and nights. 11.5 hour shift.
 Camp & Flights is available.   

What we offer:

• Health Spending Account.
• Highly competitive wages.
• Safe working conditions.
• The opportunity to make a difference: Rewarding and engaging atmosphere where you will see your contribution at work and be encouraged to grow in your career.
• Work-life balance: We know our people have places to go, people to see and good times to have and we support that!

Fort McKay Group of Companies is a growing oilfield and Construction Company which is 100% owned and controlled by the Fort McKay First Nation in Alberta, Canada. The Fort McKay Group of Companies LP is an equity employer and qualified applicants of indigenous ancestry may be given first consideration in any hiring decision. If you wish to receive consideration under the equity principles in our Hiring and Recruitment Policy you must declare your indigenous status in your application.