Skilled Maintenance Yardperson

North American Construction Group


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Fort McMurray, AB
Contract type: Full time
NACG is seeking Skilled Maintenance Yard Persons to join our remote mining site team in the Fort McMurray area. This is your opportunity to join one of the safest and largest contracts in the region.

For this role, NACG offers a combined rate of up to $54.58/hour as well as room for growth!

Where You’ll Be Working

  • Site Kearl
  • Schedule 14 x 14, 12-hour days (paid for 11.5 hours).
  • Accommodations Camp accommodation is provided.
  • Transportation Flights are provided to and from Edmonton or Calgary. Bussing provided from Fort McMurray to site (before and after rotation).
  • Overtime Currently at Kearl they have blended rates with no overtime.


We are proud to work with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955. Successful candidates will become a part of that union.

What’s In It for You?

Benefits are important and we offer lots!

  • Up to a combined rate of pay of $54.58/ hour
  • Vacation and Statutory Holiday pay allocated to each paycheck
  • Night shift premium +$1.20 / hour
  • Paid weekly
  • Membership with one of the largest IUOE locals in North America
  • Benefits and pension after 400 hours worked, including medical and dental benefits
  • Transportation to and from site, save on gas expenses!
  • PPE provided, just bring your own CSA certified steel toed boots
  • Room for growth and future advancements
  • Operate various equipment performing maintenance duties - Loader/Grader/Forklift/Skid-Steer/Light Duty Vehicles
  • Assist technicians with assembly and testing when required (minimal supervision)
  • Load/off-load freight components from delivery trucks with forklift
  • Install/replace Ground Engagement Tools (G.E.T.). This includes bucket teeth, cutting edges, bulldozer blades, motor grader blades, ripper teeth and shanks.
  • Proficient in all Intermediate Maintenance Yardperson duties
  • Minimum 3 months previous experience operating grader/loader
  • Minimum 6 months previous experience in a shop/field heavy equipment maintenance environment
  • Forklift/skid-steer certifications is considered an asset
  • Class 3 License w/air endorsement and prior experience with hauling/reversing trailers with a light duty truck is an asset


All successful candidates must

  • Be proficient in English, both verbally and written
  • Have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License
  • Have experience as requested as mentioned above
  • Subject to Random Testing at Suncor, Suncor Fort Hills and Kearl sites
  • Undergo and successfully pass the following testing
    • Breath Alcohol Test
    • Urine Drug Test
    • Fitness-to-Work Assessment
    • Audiometric Testing
    • Vision Screening
    • Criminal Record Check
Shift, site, and start times are subject to change.

All successful candidates MUST provide the following items prior to confirmation of their start date

  • CSO or BSO Certification
  • Copy of Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
  • Copy of recent Driver’s Abstract
  • VOID cheque/direct deposit form


Once dispatched the following processes will occur

  • Will receive a call from NACG to set up all required pre-employment testing
  • An email will be sent with all required New Hire Paperwork to be filled out
  • After all results are received by NACG candidates will be contacted by Site Admin to schedule orientation and confirm your start date and other site specific details.


Please note the entire On-boarding process can take anywhere from 3-8 business days.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE, SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED VIA PHONE OR EMAIL.

North American Construction Group (NACG) has served as an industry leader in the heavy construction and mining industries for over 65 years. In that time, we’ve proven ourselves as a safe and reliable contractor who can complete projects of any size and scope. We’ve also taken a number of bold steps forward to broaden our footprint, expanding to mines outside our provincial borders, and providing third-party maintenance services to clients and customers.

In addition to providing employees with rewarding careers, North American has a whole lot more to offer

  • Significant Growth - As a company, NACG is rapidly expanding, and has practically doubled in size over the past year alone.
  • Long Term Contracts - With over $1 billion dollars in contracted work booked through 2023, NACG can provide long term employment solutions and numerous opportunities for advancement.
  • Commitment To Safety - With a top tier record for safety performance, NACG is dedicated to ensuring that everyone gets home safe, and constantly strives for a goal zero performance.
  • Competitive Compensation - NACG provides competitive compensation packages for all employees.


North American Construction Group is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected.

Become a member of the North American family today!

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