Bouchier is comprised primarily of Bouchier Contracting Ltd. and Bouchier Site Services Ltd., with its Head Office based in Fort McKay, Alberta and the Administrative Hub based in Fort McMurray. We are an Aboriginal owned and operated company that currently employs a workforce of more than 800 individuals.

In operation since 1998, we provide a variety of services to the Athabasca Oil Sands Region and have a presence on many of the major Oil Sands Mine Sites. Bouchier is one of the leading First Nations companies within the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo that provides construction, maintenance, and general site services.

Job Description:

The basic function of the Heavy Equipment Operator is to complete reclamation work in a plant atmosphere, working in tailing sands. Operator is also required to work with muskeg in a plant environment.

This position reports directly to the Site Superintendent and is expected to operate assigned equipment in a safe and effective manner.

• Camp Accommodations available
• Busing available from Fort McMurray
• Flights are available 
• ROTATION: 7on/7off

Primary Responsibilities:

• Operate all assigned equipment in a safe and effective manner
• Read, countersign and enter comments into daily operator log book
• Complete and document a pre-operational check on assigned equipment
• Grease equipment as necessary
• Ensure all equipment has proper safety equipment in place
• Keep interior clean
• Any required repairs to assigned equipment are communicated to maintenance personnel
• Maintain a cooperative working relationship with customers and other employees
• Participate in Job Hazard Assessments, Feld Level Risk Assessments and line-up meetings
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Site Superintendent

Education and Experience:

• 2-5 Years' Heavy Equipment GPS operating system experience
• MUST be able to run large equipment such as Loaders, Grader, Excavator, Dozer etc.
• Valid Class 1, 3 preferred
• Ability to lift and pull up to 50lbs
• Ability to work in all weather
• Ability to work shift work
• Safety conscious attitude
• OSSA (OSSA Regional Orientation) and/or OSSA BSO (Basic Safety Orientation)
• CSTS (Construction Safety Training System)
• Ground Disturbance
• Ability to pass Drug & Alcohol and a Fit for Duty Test
• Applicants must have the ability to speak, read and write fluently in English

The Bouchier Group is pleased to offer competitive wages, a Health and Dental Benefit Package as well as a group Registered Pension Plan. 

NOTE: Shift is a 7/7 ONLY

Application Instructions:

APPLICATION DEADLINE: until filled

Please send your cover letter and resume addressed to:

Attention: Human Resources Recruiter

Position Title: Heavy Equipment Operator (Dozer, Rock, Truck and Excavator Operators)

Via: Apply online at www.bouchier.ca 

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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.