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Title: Skilled Ground Worker (Kearl)

Company: North American Construction Group
Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta
Job Type: FullTime, Shift

Description:

North American Construction Group (NACG) is seeking skilled ground workers to join their remote mining site team in the Fort McMurray area. The position offers a combined rate of up to $35.78/hour with room for growth. The work site is at Kearl with a schedule of 14 x 14, 12-hour days, and camp accommodations provided. Transportation, benefits, and pension are also included.

Responsibilities:

Steam cleaning equipment as required.

Snow removal around the shop and front parking lot.

Operating fork trucks and company vehicles.

Ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures.

Reviewing safe work plans and hazard assessments.

Qualifications:

2 years experience in a labourer role.

Physically fit and capable of lifting 50 lbs.

Safety-first attitude and strong listening skills.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Valid Class 5 Driver's License and CSO Certification.

Summary:

If selected, candidates will need to provide a valid driver's license, CSO, and Wildlife Awareness tickets, and pass pre-employment testing. The onboarding process can take 3-8 business days. Shifts, sites, and start times are subject to change. Successful candidates will be contacted via phone or email.

Overview:

NACG offers significant growth opportunities, long-term contracts, commitment to safety, competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, GRRSP matching, and a safety-focused work environment. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. NACG acknowledges the traditional territories on which they operate and encourages members of those communities to apply.

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Title: Skilled Ground Worker (Kearl)
Company: North American Construction Group
Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta
Position ScopePosition ScopeNACG is seeking SKILLED GROUND WORKERS 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 $35.78/hour as well as room for growth!Where You'll Be Working

* Site: Kearl
* Schedule: 14 x 14, 12-hour days (paid for 11.5 hours). 14 days 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 $35.78/ 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

**Responsibilities** What You'll Be Doing

* Steam cleaning equipment as required.
* Snow removal around shop and front parking lot (seasonal).
* Operating fork trucks for moving parts and other items.
* Operating company vehicles to pick up parts and move items as requested.
* Ensure compliance to all company, client and legislated safety policies and procedures.
* Using adequate and suitable safety equipment, including PPE.
* Reviewing safe work plans/ hazard assessment with prior to job commencement.

**Qualifications** What Makes You the ONE

* 2 years experience in a labourer role.
* 1 year of previous mine experience is preferred.
* Successful candidate must be physically fit, capable of lifting 50 lbs (will be doing a lot of lifting and working outdoors) and work well with others.
* 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
* CSO Certification
* Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness

**Summary** **What's Next** If you are chosen to move forward in our hiring process for a site-based role, you will be asked to provide the following: * 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

Once dispatched the following processes will occur: * Will receive a call from NACG to set up all required pre-employment testing

* An email will be sent with all required New Hire Paperwork to be filled out
* After all results and paperwork are received by NACG, candidates will be contacted by Site Admin to schedule orientation and confirm your start date and other site-specific details.

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.**Overview** NACG in a NutshellNorth American Construction Group (NACG) has served as an industry leader in the heavy construction and mining industries for over 65 years. In that time, we've proven ourselves as a safe and reliable contractor who can complete projects of any size and scope. We've 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 -- With over $1 billion dollars in contracted work booked through 2023, 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 life's many surprises.
* GRRSP Matching -- As you begin your new career, you can also start planning for the future thanks to NACG's 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!

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