Heavy Equipment Operator; Dozer D9 - D11; Kearl

Heavy Equipment Operator (Dozer D9 - D11) (Kearl)

North American Construction Group is seeking Dozer Operators to join our remote mining site team in the Fort McMurray area.

• Site:
  Kearl
• Schedule:
  
  14 x 14, 12‑hour days (paid lunch). 14 days on, 14 off. 14 nights on, 14 off.
• Accommodations:
  Camp accommodation provided.
• Transportation:
  Flights provided to and from Edmonton or Calgary. Bus service from Fort McMurray to site (before and after rotation).
• Overtime:
  Currently at Kearl blended rates with no overtime.

• Up to a combined rate of pay of $55.42 per hour
• Vacation and statutory holiday pay allocated to each paycheck
• Night shift premium +$1.20 per hour
• Paid weekly
• Membership with one of the largest IUOE locals in North America
• Benefits and pension after 400 hours, including medical and dental
• Transportation to and from site, saving on gas expenses
• PPE provided; bring your own CSA‑certified steel‑toed boots
• Room for growth and future advancement

• Operate D9 to D11 Dozers and various models required to complete assigned work
• Provide shovel support at site as requested
• Read stakes and place grades as needed
• Ensure compliance with all company, client, and legislated safety policies, operating standards, and procedures
• Use adequate safety equipment, including PPE
• Review safe work plans/hazard assessments before job commencement and follow all requirements
• Complete equipment/area walk‑arounds, safety checks, and field‑level risk assessments; ensure all equipment is running properly
• Report any necessary or anticipated repairs to maintenance or supervisors immediately
• Report all incidents, near misses, or damage immediately

• Minimum 2 years experience operating D9 to D11 sized Dozers
• Minimum 1 year working with mining shovels
• Previous experience operating with muskeg/soft ground required
• Minimum one year experience in a mining atmosphere preferred
• Must be able to follow instructions to ensure safe equipment operation
• Safety‑first attitude
• Attentive and possess strong listening skills
• High school diploma, GED, and/or post‑secondary education considered an asset
• Must be proficient in English, both verbal and written
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

• Have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and ability to provide a recent acceptable Driver’s Abstract
• Valid CSO Certification
• Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness or Energy Safety Canada Wildlife Awareness (including Bear Awareness) (Kearl Only)
• 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
• Criminal Record Check

Once dispatched the following processes will occur

• Receive a call from NACG to set up all required pre‑employment testing
• Receive an email with all required new hire paperwork to be filled out
• After all results and paperwork are received, candidates will be contacted by Site Admin to schedule orientation and confirm start date and other site‑specific details.

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.

North American Construction Group (NACG) has been an industry leader for over 65 years, delivering safe and reliable heavy construction and mining projects. NACG has expanded beyond provincial borders and provides third‑party maintenance services.

• Significant growth; company has doubled in size over the past year alone.
• Long‑term contracts; over $1 billion of work booked through 2023.
• Commitment to safety; top‑tier safety performance with a goal of zero incidents.
• Competitive compensation packages for all employees.
• Attractive benefits package covering life’s many surprises.
• GRRSP matching for retirement planning.
• Safety‑focused culture and continuous improvement of HSE systems.

North American Construction Group is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels safe, valued, and respected. We encourage all people to express interest, especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups. If you require accommodation in submitting interest or throughout the interview process, please email  for assistance.

North American Construction Group acknowledges that we perform work on the Traditional Territory 6 and 8 territories, home to the Cree, Dene, Blackfoot, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, and the Metis. We encourage members of those and all traditional lands to apply.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Mining