Utility Equipment Operator

Company Description:

Launched in 1998 with nothing more than a used Caterpillar dozer and an entrepreneurial spirit, Bouchier has grown to be a leading provider of integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region.

From our head office in Fort McKay, Alberta, the company now employs more than 1200 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 425 pieces of equipment. 

With a strong belief in doing the right things in the right way, Bouchier is now one of the largest companies owned and operated by Indigenous peoples in the area providing contracting, construction, and general site services. 

Position Summary:

Position:        Utility Equipment Operator  

Type:             Project

Location:       CNRL Horizon, CNUL Albian, Suncor - All Sites

Schedule:      7 on/7 off, 12 hours per day (Shift dependent on site)

Compensation Details:

• Vacation pay at 6% - paid out bi-weekly upon start date
• Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits– eligible after 12 months of consecutive employment with Bouchier
• RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching– eligible after 12 months of consecutive employment with Bouchier
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program

Other Incentives:

• Progression and development opportunities
• Safety Recognition
  
• Company support for recertification of required tickets
• Bouchier welcome gift and company swag
• Overtime available but not guaranteed
• Accommodations provided – Available dependent upon role/site
• Flights from Edmonton/Calgary hub – Available dependent upon role and work location

Role Summary: 

Bouchier is seeking a skilled Utility Equipment Operator to join our team for roads and grounds projects. As a key member of our Common Services division, you will be responsible for operating a variety of heavy equipment including, but not limited to; rock trucks, excavators, loaders, dozers, and graders. The Common Services division supports on site Roads & Grounds Maintenance, Tailings, and has a Special Projects team as well. Your primary objective will be to execute tasks with precision, efficiency, and above all, safety. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Operate all assigned heavy equipment such as rock trucks, excavators, loaders, dozers, and graders in a safe and effective manner to support roads and grounds maintenance and projects.
  
• Adhere to legislative requirements, company policies, and procedures regarding equipment operation, maintenance, and safety protocols.
• Ensure cleanliness, maintenance, and security of all assigned equipment, conducting regular inspections and maintenance checks as required.
• Collaborate effectively with team members to achieve project goals, demonstrating adaptability to perform laborer duties as needed.
• Proactively communicate any equipment issues or maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operation.
• Actively participate in safety initiatives, including Job Hazard Assessments, Field Level Risk Assessments, and safety meetings.
• Embrace a culture of continuous improvement by seeking opportunities to enhance equipment operation techniques and efficiency.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor, General Foreman and Site Manager

Education & Experience:

• Job requirements are listed below:
  • 2-5 years Heavy Equipment experience
  • Valid Class 1 or 3 Driver’s License is required
  • Clean 5-year Driver Personal & Commercial Abstract obtained within 30 days of starting work is required
  • CSO (Common Safety Orientation) certificate is required
    
  • WHMIS 2015
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds or more
  • Safety conscious attitude
  • Must be willing to work in fluctuating climates (hot, cold, wet) and environmental conditions
  • Must be comfortable working in close proximity to water
  • Ability to pass a Drug and Alcohol test and Fit for Duty test
    • Applicants are required to be clean shaven for testing and beyond
  • All applicants must have the ability to speak, read and write fluently in English
  • All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada
• The following would be an asset to your application:
  • Finishing Experience
  • Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certification is an asset
  • Ground Disturbance Certification is an asset
  • OSSA Confined Space Entry and Monitor Certification is an asset
  • First Aid Certification is an asset
  • H2S Alive Certification is an asset

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until suitable candidate is found. Typically, our postings stay open for 2 weeks. 

Please apply online: Via: bouchier.ca/careers  

Please follow us on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/BouchierGroup/ 

The Bouchier Group would like to thank all applicants who apply to our postings. Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted directly. No phone calls please.