Utility Operator - Tailings- Syncrude Aurora

We offer 6 days on / 6 days off schedule with 12 hour day and nights- giving you long stretches of planned time off and a predictable rotation that supports a work-life balance. This provides consistent opportunities to earn daily overtime after 8 hours and weekly overtime after 44 hours, creating strong earning potential every shift cycle! If you're looking for a stable rotation, premium pay opportunities and a schedule that gives you meaningful time away from work, this role delivers exactly that!

Summary: Under the direction of the Team Lead, the Utility Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the operations of equipment in a safe, productive, and efficient manner on a Civil Construction worksite according to the scope of the project and the work being performed. The operator will also keep clean and maintain the equipment and comply with all policies and procedures in the operation and securement of the equipment.

This is a safety-sensitive position that requires completion of pre-employment/pre-access testing. In additioin, this position may require the successful completion of clent training and a competency assessment.

Key Focuses:

Operate an articulated truck, dozer, excavator, or loader to move or displace earth, rock, gravel, or other materials during construction related activities in a safe, productive, and efficient manner.

Conduct pre-operational and post-operational checks on equipment, keep equipment clean, and perform any basic maintenance or troubleshooting as required.

Accept instructions from the Team Lead and/or Shift Supervisor as directed, and adjust work and strategy according to changing conditions, policies, and procedures as needed.

Participate in toolbox meetings, provide suggestions for improvement and safety.

Advise Team Lead or Shift Supervisor of any required maintenance or repairs of the equipment.

Maintain a safe disposition at all times, ensure the safety of the client site and more importantly, the safety of fellow personnel/drivers.

Comply with all policies, procedures, and requirements as laid out by the client at all times while on the worksite.