Grader Operator

Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking experienced Equipment Operators for work on the CNRL Albian project located in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Working with Ledcor offers competitive wages, growth opportunities and a strong commitment to safety.

At Ledcor, we believe that projects are about more than concrete and steel, they’re about people and the power of relationships.

What makes a career at Ledcor different? Our work is challenging, we strive for continuous improvement, and we support the communities we live and work in. This spirit is the essence of ‘True Blue’, the Ledcor identity that describes more than a group of employees, but teams of people who care for each other and share in the desire to be part of something exceptional.

Apply now to join the Ledcor team in Fort McMurray!

Watch Ledcor’s Innovation, Culture and Community video to see what it’s like working for Ledcor: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpn_YHIhP8U

Essential Responsibilities

• Review, understand, and follow all safe work practices and procedures
• Recognizes existing and potential hazards and knows how to identify these through conducting a Field Level Hazard Assessment (FLHA)
• Performs daily inspections and walkarounds, completing logbooks, and ensures good housekeeping of all equipment
• Effectively and safely operates 14,16, and/or 24 sized graders
• Operate the grader as specified in the scope of work including haul road maintenance, snow removal, finish surfacing
• Operates in crowded, fast-paced working environments, and exercises extreme caution with awareness of potential situational hazards to ensure site safety
• Interprets verbal and non-verbal communication (including hand signals) from operators, ground personnel and acts accordingly

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience operating graders on a heavy civil and/or mining environment
• Self-motivated, flexible and proactive with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Physically fit with the ability to lift 50lbs and climb in and out of equipment on a regular basis
• Successful completion of pre-access drug and alcohol testing
• Must have a valid Driver's License and a clear driver's abstract
• Experience with GPS Machine Control is considered as asset.
• Completion of an apprenticeship program or industry courses in heavy equipment operating is considered an asset.

Work Conditions

• Shift based position with 20 days on, and 10 days off rotation working 12 hours per day
• Must be able to work both dayshift and nightshift
• Rotation travel allowance provided (proof of residency required)
• Driving to and from the project location is an option as there is parking available
• Site based camp accommodations provided
• We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees.

Additional Information:

Company Description

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in public and private infrastructure construction and maintenance. Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, national highways, bridges, roads, waterways, dams, airports, underground utilities, independent power projects and site reclamation.

But when you work for Ledcor, your experience will go far beyond the project. Do you want a career that means more? Join our True Blue team now!

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. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page. 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.

Fort MacKay Industrial Park Lot 21, Fort McMurray, AB