Multi-Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator- Mine Operations

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Company Description

FLINT is a leading service provider in Canada’s energy and industrial markets offering full asset life cycle support, including construction, maintenance, fabrication, and environmental services. Committed to safety and quality, we foster a workplace culture that values innovation and sustainability. With a strong local presence and top-tier talent, we deliver high-quality services as we help our customers bring their resources to our world.

Job Description

Your hands on the controls. Your skills building tomorrow.

At FLINT, we know that behind every successful mining operation are the skilled operators who move mountains—literally. This isn't just about driving big equipment; it's about precision, experience, and being part of a team that collaborates to create possibilities in one of Canada's most vital resource regions.

As a Multi-Skilled Operator at our Kearl site, you'll put your expertise to work on various heavy machinery while building your career alongside professionals who value safety, quality, and supporting each other every shift. With a century of construction experience behind us, we're looking for operators who want to be part of what comes next.

FLINT is hiring Multiskilled Operators for a permanent role in Fort McMurray, AB, starting January 2026. Enjoy a 14/14 schedule, camp accommodations, flights from Calgary or Edmonton, and benefits after 300+ hours.

Ready to build something meaningful with your skills? Apply today and join a team dedicated to building success—together.

Qualifications

  • Any two of the following: 2,000+ hours operating a 24M grader, D8+ dozer, 450+ excavator across all four seasons in an open pit mine.
  • OR a single piece with 6,000+ operating hours in an open pit mine
  • Demonstrated experience in open pit mining, with a minimum of 2000 hours on each piece of heavy equipment.
  • Meet minimum mandatory safety ticket requirements:
    • CSO or BSO (Common Safety Orientation from Energy Safety Canada or OSSA Basic Safety Orientation)
  • Physically capable of performing demanding job tasks in various work conditions.
  • Able to train on new equipment when requested.
  • Able to provide a clean 3-year drivers abstract with under 9 demerits.
  • Proficient in English, both written and verbal communication required.

Additional Information

This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position and will require completion of drug and alcohol testing.

Our Commitment to Our People

When you join FLINT, we make these promises:

  • Your work will matter. The projects you'll help build will serve communities for generations.
  • Your growth is our priority. We'll invest in your development and create paths for advancement.
  • Your voice will be heard. Your experience and ideas will shape how we tackle challenges.
  • Your team will support you. You'll work with people who want to see you succeed.
  • Your ambition will be rewarded. As you grow, FLINT grows – and we recognize those who help us build better.

Transform yourself. Strengthen each other. Make a better world.

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