Kearl Oil Sands - Heavy Equipment Operators - 14/14 FIFO Rotations
North American Construction Group (NACG) is recruiting multiple Heavy Equipment Operator roles at the Kearl Oil Sands project near Fort McMurray, Alberta. These fly-in/fly-out (FIFO) union positions operate on a 14/14 rotation with full camp accommodations and flights provided from Edmonton or Calgary. Operators will work with large-scale mining equipment in a unionized environment under IUOE Local 955, earning competitive wages and comprehensive benefits.
- Heavy Equipment Operator – Dozer (D9–D11) ($55.42/hour)
Operate D9 to D11 dozers to support shovel operations, perform grading, follow safety protocols, and conduct pre-shift inspections. - Heavy Equipment Operator – Excavator (870 or larger) ($58.16/hour)
Safely operate large excavators for grading, ditching, sloping, and production support in a open-pit mining environment. - Heavy Equipment Operator – Grader ($55.42/hour)
Operate articulating motor graders (16–24 ft blade) to maintain haul roads and mining site work areas with precision GPS systems.
Work Rotation
Accommodations
Location
Wood Buffalo, AlbertaDate
Benefits and Features
All roles at the Kearl Oil Sands site through NACG include competitive pay and union benefits, supporting both work-life balance and career advancement.
- Pay rates up to $58.16/hour plus overtime premiums
- Vacation and statutory holiday pay included in each paycheck
- Night shift premium of +$1.20/hour
- Weekly pay schedule
- IUOE Local 955 union membership
- Medical and dental benefits after 400 hours worked
- Flights provided from Edmonton or Calgary
- Bus transport from Fort McMurray to site
- Camp accommodations with meals and amenities
- PPE provided (excluding CSA steel-toed boots)
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
Worksite/Project
Kearl Oil Sands Project
The Kearl Oil Sands Project, located 70 kilometers north of Fort McMurray, Alberta, is a major oil sands mining operation owned by Imperial Oil, a subsidiary of ExxonMobil. Since its production began in 2013, the project has utilized advanced extraction technologies like froth treatment to separate bitumen from oil sands, which is then upgraded into synthetic crude oil. The project is a significant contributor to Alberta's oil sands production, supporting the province's energy sector. In addition to its production efforts, Kearl emphasizes environmental stewardship through water management and land reclamation initiatives, while also fostering community engagement and economic development with local and Indigenous communities.
Kearl Oil Sands ProjectEmployer 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
North American Construction Group is now hiring Dozer, Excavator, and Grader Operators for the Kearl Oil Sands site near Fort McMurray, Alberta. Apply today to secure a high-paying FIFO camp role with full union benefits.