Fort Hills - Labour and Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs - Flights and Camp

NACG is hiring for fly-in/fly-out roles at Fort Hills near Fort McMurray, Alberta, including haul truck drivers, equipment operators, ground workers, and skilled trades.
Fort Hills Oil Sands haul trucks in operation across active mine haul roads - image courtesy of Suncor Energy
Fort Hills Oil Sands haul trucks in operation across active mine haul roads - image courtesy of Suncor Energy

North American Construction Group (NACG) is now hiring for multiple fly-in/fly-out positions at the Fort Hills Oil Sands site near Fort McMurray, Alberta. These unionized roles under IUOE Local 955 operate on a 14/7 rotation with alternating day and night shifts, paid at 11.5 hours per day. All positions include camp accommodations, meals, flights from Edmonton or Calgary, and bussing from Fort McMurray. With competitive hourly pay, significant overtime opportunities, and full benefits after 400 hours, Fort Hills is a prime opportunity for those seeking rotational camp work in Alberta’s oil sands.

Open positions include:

  1. Skilled Ground Worker
    Performs general labour, snow removal, and pipe/culvert installations across site areas; up to $36.17/hr.
  2. Finish Grader Operator
    Operates 16–24 ft blade graders for earthworks, grading, and slope shaping; up to $53.82/hr.
  3. Haul Truck Operator
    Operates CAT/Komatsu haul trucks (777–797, 830/930 models) for materials transport; up to $48.73/hr.
  4. Articulating Truck Operator
    Runs 60-ton articulated trucks from CAT, Komatsu, and others in various conditions; up to $48.73/hr.
  5. Finish Dozer Operator
    Works with D3–D8+ dozers for corridor building, trenching, and sloping on soft ground; up to $53.82/hr.
  6. Finish Excavator Operator
    Operates excavators for precise grading, frost ripping, and soft terrain excavation; up to $53.82/hr.

Work Rotation

14 days on / 7 days off (11.5-hour paid days) with alternating day and night shifts.

Accommodations

Fly-In/Fly-Out (FIFO) and Camp Accommodations (Meals/Lodging)

Date

May 8, 2025

Benefits and Features

All Fort Hills job positions include camp accommodations, union membership, and one of the most comprehensive compensation packages in the oil sands sector.

Key benefits include:

  • Hourly pay up to $53.82 (varies by role), plus $1.20/hr night premium
  • Vacation and stat pay included in each paycheck
  • Up to 61 overtime hours per 14-day rotation
  • Weekly pay schedule
  • Flights from Edmonton or Calgary; bussing from Fort McMurray to site
  • Full camp accommodations with meals
  • Medical, dental, and pension benefits after 400 hours
  • PPE provided (CSA steel-toed boots required)
  • IUOE Local 955 union membership
  • Career advancement opportunities in a safety-first environment

Worksite/Project

Fort Hills Oil Sands Project

The Fort Hills Oil Sands Project is a major open-pit mining operation located in the Athabasca region of northern Alberta, approximately 90 km north of Fort McMurray. Operated by Suncor Energy—which holds the majority ownership—the site began production in 2018 and is one of Canada's most modern and efficient oil sands operations. With a production capacity of 194,000 barrels of bitumen per day, Fort Hills utilizes paraffinic froth treatment technology to produce a partially de-asphalted product with lower greenhouse gas emissions. This advanced method allows Suncor to deliver market-ready oil without the need for on-site upgrading, reducing environmental impact and improving efficiency. The project offers fly-in/fly-out (FIFO) employment opportunities with rotational schedules and modern remote camp accommodations. It employs over 1,400 workers, including heavy equipment operators, millwrights, electricians, and other skilled trades, making it a key employer in Alberta’s oil and gas industry. With an estimated mine life of 50 years, Fort Hills supports long-term economic growth in the region while maintaining strong commitments to sustainability, water recycling (93%), and Indigenous partnerships.

Fort Hills Oil Sands Project

Employer Hiring

North American Construction Group

North American Construction Group Ltd. (NACG) is a leading mining contractor and heavy civil construction company, specializing in oilsands mining, overburden removal, mine site development, and reclamation. Founded in 1953, NACG has grown into one of Canada's largest heavy equipment and mining service providers, delivering earthworks, tailings management, and infrastructure development for the resource extraction industry. The company plays a key role in Alberta's oilsands operations, supporting major mining sites such as Syncrude Mine, Aurora Mine, Suncor Base Mine, Fort Hills Mine, and Kearl Mine. NACG operates one of Canada's largest fleets of haul trucks, shovels, and earthmoving equipment, ensuring cost-effective, high-production mining solutions that drive sustainable resource development. With a strong focus on mine reclamation, environmental management, and operational efficiency, NACG continues to be a trusted partner in large-scale energy and mining projects across North America.

North American Construction Group