At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate a 5600 shovel in an active oil sands mining environment.
- Company: Kichton Construction LP, a leader in mining operations.
- Benefits: Earn up to $48/hr with camp accommodations and transportation provided.
- Other info: Long-term opportunities with excellent benefits and career growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the oil sands industry.
- Qualifications: Minimum 2 years of shovel operating experience and strong safety mindset.
The predicted salary is between 48 - 48 $ per hour.
Mining Shovel Operators - Suncor Basemine - 14/7 - Camp or LOA + Transportation - Up to $48/hr - Fort Mc Murray, AB
Kichton Construction LP is seeking experienced Shovel Operators to join their team at the Suncor Basemine near Fort Mc Murray, Alberta.
This role involves operating a 5600 shovel in an active oil sands mining environment, loading muskeg into large haul trucks, and working a 14/7 rotation.
The ideal candidates will have a strong safety mindset, relevant experience, and a commitment to teamwork and operational excellence.
Perks & Benefits
- Wages up to $48 per hour, based on experience
- Camp accommodations or LOA provided
- Transportation (bussing) provided from town or camp
- Overtime after 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week
- 9.6% vacation and statutory holiday pay on all regular hours
- Performance evaluation and wage review after 90 days
- Benefits after 90 days (50% employer-paid premiums)
- Extended health, dental, vision, travel, and paramedical coverage
- Life and dependent life insurance, AD&D
- Telehealth and Employee & Family Assistance Programs
- $300 annual health spending account
- Long-term work opportunities with Kichton companies
- What You’ll Need
- Minimum 2 years of experience operating a 5600 shovel in mining, construction, or oil sands
- Ability to load muskeg into 789-930 haul trucks
- Ability to work day and night shifts, overtime, and outdoors in varying weather
- Strong understanding of mine traffic rules, equipment blind spots, and safe operating practices
- Ability to read grade stakes and site plans
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol test and mask fit test (clean-shaven)
- Required safety training (Energy Safety Canada): Common Safety Orientation, H2S Alive, Silica Awareness, OH&S Legislation Awareness, Wood Buffalo Wildlife Awareness, Field Ergonomics
- Required Suncor Workday Training: Suncor Basemine (Operators), RMWB Safety Orientation, Mine AHS Awareness, OSSA Driving in the Mine
- What Will Make You Stand Out
- Experience operating multiple equipment types
- Stacking experience
- Experience with reclamation and earthworks
- Experience working in soft ground and around water
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Heavy Equipment Operator, Mining, Shovel Operator, Oilfield, Oil & Gas in Fort McMurray employer: Kichton Group of Companies
Kichton Construction LP is an exceptional employer that prioritizes safety and teamwork in the dynamic oil sands mining environment near Fort McMurray. With competitive pay of up to $48/hr, comprehensive camp or LOA arrangements, and a strong commitment to employee growth and operational excellence, we foster a supportive work culture that values each team member's contributions.
Contact Details:
Kichton Group of Companies Recruitment Team
