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Skilled Utility Operator (2450)
Bouchier
Source: Headcount Labs · original listing ↗
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Source date: 10/30/2026
About this role
Company Description: Launched in 1998 with nothing more than a used Caterpillar dozer and an entrepreneurial spirit, Bouchier has grown to be a leading provider of integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region. From our head office in Fort McKay, Alberta, the company now employs more than 1200 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 425 pieces of equipment. With a strong belief in doing the right things in the right way, Bouchier is now one of the largest companies owned and operated by Indigenous peoples in the area providing contracting, construction, and general site services. Position Summary: Position: Skilled Operator Type: Seasonal Location: Suncor Firebag Schedule: 14/14 (Averaging Agreement) Shift: Day Shift / Night Shift / Rotating Camp & Flights from Edmonton or Calgary hubs. Compensation Details: Competitive market rates Vacation pay at 6% - paid out bi-weekly upon start date Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits– eligible after 12 months of continuous service Employer paid Insurances. RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching. Employer paid Employee Assistance Program Other Incentives: Progression and development opportunities Safety Recognition Years of Service Recognition – Annual Bouchier welcome gift and company swag Overtime available but not guaranteed Accommodations provided – Available dependent upon role/site Flights from Edmonton/Calgary hub – Available dependent upon role and work location Role Summary: The Utility Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment may include Lowbed, excavators, loaders, dozers, graders, water trucks, snow plows and other pieces of equipment. The Heavy Equipment Operator must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by legislation, as well as company policies and procedures. Due to the nature of our work, Operators may be required to perform Laborer duties from time to time. Primary Responsibilities: Must be experience in operating all pieces of heavy equipment Operate all assigned equipment in a safe and effective manner Read, countersign and enter comments into daily operator logbook Complete and document a pre-operational check on assigned equipment Grease equipment as necessary Ensure all equipment has proper safety equipment in place Keep interior clean Any required repairs to assigned equipment are communicated to maintenance personnel Maintain a cooperative working relationship with customers and other employees Participate in Job Hazard Assessments, Feld Level Risk Assessments and line-up meetings Perform other related duties as assigned by the Site Superintendent Education & Experience: 2-5 Years' Heavy Equipment Operating Valid Class 1 or 3 preferred Ability to lift and pull up to 50lbs Ability to work in all weather Ability to work shift work Safety conscious attitude CSO (Common Safety Orientation) certificate is required WHMIS 2015 H2S Alive Ability to pass Drug & Alcohol and a Fit for Duty Test All applicants must have the ability to speak, read and write fluently in English Application Instructions: Please apply to this posting with your cover letter and resume inclusive of your safety tickets and drivers abstract. APPLICATION DEADLINE : Until suitable candidate is found. Typically, our postings stay open for 2 weeks. Please apply online: Via: bouchier.ca /careers Please follow us on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/BouchierGroup/ The Bouchier Group would like to thank all applicants who apply to our postings. Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted directly. No phone calls please.