Heavy Equipment Operator - North Warning System - 6 Weeks On / 6 Weeks Off - FIFO
Nasittuq Corporation is hiring certified Heavy Equipment Operators for permanent rotational fly-in/fly-out positions supporting the North Warning System (NWS) at the Dewar Lakes radar site in Nunavut. Working a 6 weeks on / 6 weeks off schedule with 48-hour workweeks and overtime paid at 1.5x, this role focuses on maintaining roads, runways, grounds, and gravel surfaces to ensure safe access and route passage in extreme Arctic weather, with a strong emphasis on snow clearing and safe heavy equipment operation. Nasittuq covers all travel costs and provides paid travel days (up to 2 days), along with camp-style living that includes accommodations with meals, Wi-Fi, TV, laundry facilities, and recreation. The position is unionized under IBEW Local 2228, and includes comprehensive benefits, vacation pay, Arctic clothing support, and additional allowances for eligible northern community residents.
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Equipment OperatorsWork Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
The Heavy Equipment Operator supports North Warning System site operations at Dewar Lakes by operating heavy equipment for road, runway, and grounds maintenance, supporting logistics, and assisting with equipment and facilities upkeep in extreme Arctic conditions.
- Operate heavy equipment safely to maintain roads, runways, and site grounds in extreme weather conditions.
- Maintain gravel surfaces and access routes to ensure safe route passage and site mobility.
- Assist with Mobile Support Equipment (MSE) maintenance and repairs, including upkeep of equipment storage buildings.
- Load and unload helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft to support logistics and transport activities.
- Perform shovelling and snow/grounds clearing tasks as required for safe site operations.
- Clean vehicles, perform fuel dips and fuel transfers, and support safe fuel handling procedures.
- Assist with sealift material delivery and related site logistics activities.
- Support Facilities Maintenance Technicians with preventative maintenance inspections as directed.
- Follow all safety policies, participate in required training, and comply with cold-weather and remote-site procedures.
- Report hazards or incidents promptly in accordance with site requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support radar site operations.
Requirements
Candidates must be certified heavy equipment operators with air brake credentials and strong snow-clearing capability, able to work safely on remote Arctic radar sites while meeting security and airport authority requirements.
- Licensed Heavy Equipment Operator with Air Brake certification.
- Extensive equipment operating experience, including front-end loaders, dozers, graders, excavators, haul trucks, snowblowers, skid steer, and forklift.
- Experience or training in driving vehicles with attached trailers.
- Valid Class G driver’s license.
- Ability to obtain and maintain Reliability Security Clearance.
- Physically fit for Arctic terrain and remote work conditions.
- Completion of a Safe Backing course (required).
- Authorization required for operators working on airport ramps or runways by the appropriate Airport Authority.
- Strong work ethic, problem-solving ability, and effective teamwork skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills for remote site collaboration.
Perks and Benefits
Nasittuq offers a fly-in/fly-out rotational package for Heavy Equipment Operators at Dewar Lakes, combining competitive hourly pay with camp accommodations, paid travel, and comprehensive benefits for remote Arctic work.
- Hourly wage of $31.64–$39.56/hr with overtime paid at 1.5x base rate.
- 6 weeks on / 6 weeks off FIFO rotation with 48-hour workweeks.
- Paid travel days (up to 2 days) with all travel costs covered.
- Camp living with accommodations and meals, plus Wi-Fi, TV, laundry facilities, and recreation access.
- Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Employer-matched retirement contribution: 5% contribution matched by employer.
- Vacation pay: 6% vacation pay.
- Arctic clothing provided as needed and annual safety footwear allowance of $175.
- $500 referral bonus for eligible positions.
- Northern Living Allowance: additional biweekly allowance for employees residing in designated northern communities (Inuvik, Cambridge Bay, Sanirajak, Iqaluit).
Worksite/Project
North Warning System
The North Warning System (NWS) is a network of long- and short-range radar stations that spans across Canada’s Arctic and northern regions, designed to monitor and detect potential aerospace threats approaching North American airspace. Operated through a partnership between the Canadian Armed Forces and the United States, the NWS plays a vital role in continental defense under NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command). The system includes dozens of unmanned radar sites and regional support facilities across Nunavut, Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Labrador. Operations and maintenance have been supported by contractors such as Nasittuq Corporation, which provides essential services including radar maintenance, logistics, transportation, fuel delivery, and remote monitoring. The North Warning System is a cornerstone of Canada’s Arctic sovereignty and aerospace defense strategy, offering long-term employment and technical roles in some of the most remote and challenging environments in the country.
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Nasittuq Corporation
Nasittuq Corporation is a majority Inuit-owned company specializing in technical site services and facility management solutions across Canada's Arctic. Established in 2000, Nasittuq has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services in remote and challenging environments. The company provides in-service support and maintenance for critical infrastructure, including the North Warning System (NWS) and Canadian Forces Station (CFS) Alert in Nunavut. Nasittuq's operations encompass a wide range of services such as building maintenance, airfield operations, logistics, fuel management, and environmental protection. Committed to fostering Inuit participation, Nasittuq offers training and development programs aimed at increasing employment opportunities for Inuit communities. With a focus on operational excellence and community engagement, Nasittuq continues to play a vital role in supporting Canada's northern sovereignty and security.
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