Grader Operator - Reclamation

Are you an experienced Grader Operator who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a hardworking team?

We are looking for skilled operators to join our reclamation crew at CNRL Albian for the upcoming winter season.

Operating CAT 16M and/or 16H graders, you'll play an important role in rough grading, shaping landforms, and preparing the site for successful reclamation. You'll also be working alongside heavy haul truck traffic and other large mobile equipment.

Ready to be part of a safety focused team? Join the Ledcor team at CNRL Albian, Fort McKay AB!

Essential Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate CAT 16M and/or 16H graders in a production environment
• Perform rough grading, slope shaping, and general site grading for reclamation
• Maintain proper grades and elevations according to project requirements
• Work alongside equipment operators and site crews to meet production targets
• Conduct pre-trip/walk-around inspections and complete daily Field Level Hazard Assessments for all activities
• Maintain heavy equipment in good operating condition and report maintenance requirements or concerns promptly
• Interpret site plans, grade stakes, and digital grade models to ensure work is completed accurately
• Communicate effectively and professionally with other team members 
• Adhere to all Ledcor and project safety policies, procedures, and site requirements

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience operating CAT 16M and/or 16H graders
• Previous experience operating graders in active mine or construction environments with heavy haul truck traffic
• Strong understanding of mine-site traffic management, haul road safety, and working around large mobile equipment
• Strong experience with rough grading and large-scale earthworks
• Reclamation, mining, or civil construction experience is considered an asset
• Ability to read and interpret grade stakes, site plans, and construction drawings is an asset

Work Conditions

• 14 days on and 7 days off, working 12 hours per day 
• Camp accommodations
• Travel allowance provided
• Charter flights from Edmonton and Calgary
• Extended Health & Wellness Benefits provided by CLAC Alberta

Additional Information

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

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package.  These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

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. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.  

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