Excavator Operator - Camp Job

Excavator Operator Fort McMurray, Alberta | Full-Time, Long-Term Heavy Equipment Operation / Earthworks | Experienced | 14 and 7 Rotation Position Type Full-Time, Long-Term Location Fort McMurray, Alberta Schedule 14 days on, 7 days off rotation Hours 12 hour shifts, 84 hours per rotation week Compensation Competitive, based on experience Experience Minimum 3 years operating hydraulic excavators in mining, heavy civil, or oilfield construction Certification Valid Class 5 driver's licence, CSTS-2020 or CSTS-09, Standard First Aid Start Date As soon as possible Accommodations Camp accommodation and travel confirmed at offer stage, subject to site eligibility About GrizzlyTrek Group Ltd. GrizzlyTrek invests in our people, relationships, and partners, ensuring motivated and ready-to-work individuals meet job opportunities that foster lasting success. We work across Canada in mining, construction, oil and gas, turnarounds, and shutdowns. Dedicated to sustainable employment, we emphasize career opportunities and empowerment for Indigenous communities across Canada. Join us and contribute to building a more inclusive future. The Role GrizzlyTrek is seeking one Excavator Operator to join our valued client's team in Fort McMurray, Alberta. This is a full-time, long-term position on a 14 days on, 7 days off rotation, with an immediate start for the right operator. You will run hydraulic excavators on earthworks, site development, and reclamation work in the Fort McMurray region. This is steady, year-round work with a defined rotation and a long-term project schedule, not a short-term call out. What You'll Do Operate hydraulic excavators for bulk excavation, trenching, ditching, sloping, and site preparation Load haul trucks and place material to grade using survey stakes or GPS machine control Backfill, shape, and finish ditches, ponds, berms, and access roads Support overburden removal, tailings, pipeline, and reclamation scopes as assigned Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections, log defects, and report deficiencies immediately Perform operator level maintenance including greasing, fluid checks, and cleaning Communicate by radio with spotters, ground crews, and haul truck operators Participate in toolbox talks, hazard assessments, and field level risk assessments Assist with equipment moves and site setup as directed by the foreman What You Bring Minimum 3 years excavator experience in mining, heavy civil, or oilfield construction Valid Class 5 driver's licence and reliable transportation CSTS-2020 or CSTS-09 and Standard First Aid, or willingness to obtain before start Ability to work a 14 days on, 7 days off rotation on 12 hour shifts Ability to pass a pre-access drug and alcohol test Comfortable working outdoors in all Alberta weather conditions Strong safety record and willingness to follow all site specific procedures Preferred Qualifications Experience on GPS or machine control equipped excavators (Trimble, Topcon) Previous oil sands site experience north of Fort McMurray Common Safety Orientation (CSO) and regional site orientations already in place H2S Alive, Confined Space Entry, and Ground Disturbance Level 2 Experience with overburden removal, tailings, or reclamation scopes Additional tickets on dozer, loader, or rock truck Work Environment Active industrial and mine site environment with continuous heavy equipment traffic Outdoor work in extreme cold, heat, dust, and variable ground conditions Full personal protective equipment required at all times, including fire retardant clothing Site access requires pre-access testing and site specific orientation What We Offer Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications Opportunities for overtime based on operational requirements Life insurance: $100,000 employee / $10,000 spouse / $5,000 per child AD&D insurance with critical illness and cancer coverage Extended health care: drugs, hospital, hearing, orthotics, nursing Paramedical services: chiro, physio, massage, mental health (annual coverage) Vision care: glasses, contacts, laser surgery, and exams Dental care: 80% basic ($2,500), 50% major ($2,500), $2,500 ortho for children Travel insurance: up to $5,000,000 per incident (trips up to 90 days) Ongoing training and career development support Apply now at www.grizzlytrekgroup.com Questions? Contact [email protected] Free AI Resume Enhancement Tool | AI Job Assistance available

Operate hydraulic excavators to perform bulk excavation, trenching, and site preparation tasks while ensuring material is placed to grade. Perform daily equipment inspections, routine maintenance, and communicate effectively with ground crews and haul truck operators.

Requires a minimum of 3 years of experience operating hydraulic excavators in mining, heavy civil, or oilfield construction. Must hold a valid Class 5 driver's licence and relevant safety certifications such as CSTS-2020 or CSTS-09.

• Life insurance • AD&D insurance • Critical illness coverage • Cancer coverage • Extended health care • Paramedical services • Vision care • Dental care • Travel insurance • Camp accommodation • Travel support

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• Hydraulic excavator operation
• Bulk excavation
• Trenching
• Ditching
• Sloping
• Site preparation
• GPS machine control
• Equipment maintenance
• Pre-trip inspection
• Post-trip inspection
• Hazard assessment
• Field level risk assessment
• Radio communication
• Earthworks
• Reclamation
• Backfilling
• Pre-Trip And Post-Trip Vehicle Inspections
• Excavation
• Project Schedules
• Dental Care
• First Aid
• Artificial Intelligence
• Mental Health
• Heavy Equipment
• Optometry
• Oil and Gas
• Haul Trucks
• Hydraulics
• Laser Surgery
• Orthotics
• Machine Controls
• Nursing
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Risk Analysis
• Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Training
• Dozer

• Construction
• Trades
• Energy
• Logistics
• Security & Safety
• Excavator Operator
• Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator
• Earthmoving and Related Plant Operators
• Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

3+ years

Apply by

Nov 24, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week