Fort Mcmurray Oil Sands - Equipment Operators & Labourers - FIFO + Camp
North American Construction Group (NACG) is ramping up hiring for multiple fly-in / fly-out (FIFO) job positions for oil sands mining projects in Fort McMurray, Alberta—offering top-tier hourly rates, weekly pay, camp accommodations with meals, flights from Edmonton/Calgary, bussing from Fort McMurray, paid premiums for nights, PPE support, and full benefits + pension after 400 hours for long-term, career-growth roles in a true production open-pit oil sands mining environment.
- Finish Dozer Operators (Fort Hills) — up to $53.83/hr — 14 on / 7 off: Run finish dozers (D3–D8+) on road/corridor builds, trench backfill, and final grade in muskeg/soft ground conditions.
- Finish Excavator Operators (Fort Hills) — up to $53.83/hr — 14 on / 7 off: Perform precision excavation and grading using finish excavators, working confidently in muskeg, frost, and soft-ground conditions.
- Haul Truck Operators (Fort Hills) — up to $48.74/hr — 14 on / 7 off: Operate rigid-frame haul trucks (CAT/Komatsu 777–797, 830/930) to move material safely and efficiently across the mine.
- Ground Workers (Fort Hills) — up to $36.17/hr — 14 on / 7 off: Support site operations with hands-on civil/utility work like culverts, pipe installs, geotextile placement, and safe use of tools and light vehicles.
- Heavy Equipment Operators (Kearl) — Dozer (D9–D11) — up to $55.42/hr — 14 on / 14 off: Operate large production dozers (D9–D11) supporting mining shovel operations, grade placement, and mine earthworks.
- Heavy Equipment Operators (Kearl) — Excavator (870+) — up to $58.16/hr — 14 on / 14 off: Run 870+ class excavators for production digging, ditching, sloping, and grading while maintaining strict safety and inspection standards.
- Heavy Equipment Operators (Kearl) — Haul Truck — up to $52.65/hr — 14 on / 14 off: Drive ultra-class rigid-frame haul trucks (100–400 ton) and follow mine driving rules, inspections, and safe loading/dumping procedures.
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Location
Fort Mcmurray, AlbertaDate
Benefits and Features
NACG offers a strong camp-based FIFO package across Fort Hills and Kearl, including weekly pay, competitive hourly rates with shift premiums, and union-backed benefits.
- Weekly pay
- Top hourly wages (varies by role/site) + $1.20/hr night shift premium
- Vacation pay + statutory holiday pay included on every paycheck
- Overtime opportunities (commonly OT after 8 hrs/day; high rotation OT potential)
- Camp accommodations + meals provided
- Travel provided: flights from Edmonton or Calgary + bussing from Fort McMurray to site (where applicable)
- IUOE Local 955 unionized roles
- Medical & dental benefits + pension after 400 hours worked
- PPE provided (bring your own CSA steel-toed boots)
- Career growth / long-term opportunities at major Alberta oil sands sites
Worksite/Project
Oil Sands Construction and Maintenance Projects
Oil Sands Construction and Maintenance Projects in Alberta focus on the infrastructure and facilities required to extract and process bitumen from the provinces vast oil sands reserves. These projects typically involve large-scale construction of extraction plants, pipelines, upgrading facilities, and support infrastructure for oil sands operations. Maintenance projects are critical for ensuring the longevity and efficiency of these facilities, including scheduled upgrades, repairs, and operational improvements. With a focus on sustainability and safety, these projects are integral to maintaining Alberta's position as a leader in the global oil sands industry.
Oil Sands Construction and Maintenance ProjectsEmployer 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 GroupAvailable Job Positions
Apply now to join North American Construction Group (NACG) at Fort Hills and Kearl in Alberta—multiple operator and ground worker roles open with camp, flights, weekly pay, overtime, and full benefits.