Kichton Careers - Come Join Our Family
Grader Operator
Ft. McMurray, Alberta, Canada .
full-time . September 19, 2024
Description
Kichton Construction LP is looking for Grader Operators to join our team in the Fort McMurray area.
Benefits are important and we offer lots!
- Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay allocated to each paycheck.
- Benefits after your ninety-day probationary period
- Transportation to and from site.
- PPE provided, just bring your own CSA certified steel toed boots.
- Room for growth and future advancements
Where You’ll Be Working
- Site: Fort Hills
- Schedule: 12-hour days (paid for 11.5 hours). 14 days on, 7 off. 14 nights on, 7 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: After 8 hours in a day and after 40 hours in a week
What You’ll Be Doing
- Operate various sizes and models of Graders as it applies to civil earthworks
- Interpret grades, understand plans, drawings and overall construction
- Ensure compliance to all company, client and legislated safety policies, operating standards and procedures
- Using adequate and suitable safety equipment, including PPE
- Reviewing safe work plans/ hazard assessment with prior to job commencement and follow all requirements
- Complete equipment/ area walk-arounds, safety checks and field level risk assessments and ensure all equipment is running properly
- Report any necessary or anticipated repairs to the maintenance team or supervisors immediately
- Report all incidents, near misses, or damage immediately
Qualifications
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience operating graders
- Willing and able to work in soft ground conditions (Muskeg)
- Minimum one year experience in a mining atmosphere preferred
- Familiar and comfortable working in a production environment
- Must be able to follow instructions to ensure safe equipment operation
- A safety-first attitude
- Attentive and possess strong listening skills
- Be proficient in English, both verbally and written
- Have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License
Shift and start times are subject to change.