Role Overview
Inner City Diesel Ltd. is hiring a entry-level Grader Operator. This is a contract role in Fort McMurray. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
ICD is currently seeking Grader Operators to support an oilsands reclamation project for a 3-to-4-month fixed term contract. The schedule for this position is a 14x14 rotation, working twelve 12-hour shifts for the duration of the project.
The successful applicant MUST BE local to Fort McMurray.
About Inner City Diesel
ICD is a privately owned, proud First Nations company, that is actively growing its workforce and services across Western Canada. ICD Group is your one stop shop for all your maintenance, pumping, dredging, tailings, and fleet management needs!
Why join our team?
- Safety is #1: Our top priority is always the health and safety of our team.
- Family-Focused Culture: Be part of a team that values connection! With events like BBQs, team dinners, annual camping trips, and festive holiday parties, just to name a few!
- Growth Opportunities: Access to ongoing training, professional development, and progression planning.
- Meaningful Careers: Your work makes an impact, and you set the bar!
Our employees take pride in their work, and our clients are consistently impressed by our work ethic and professionalism! At ICD, we build lasting relationships based on honesty, integrity, and perseverance. Join a team where our culture revolves around being your #1 Trusted Provider.
Responsibilities
- Basic road and marine cleanup and maintenance
- Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
- Maintain machinery to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order
- Check fuel supplies at sites to ensure adequate availability.
- Perform tasks that may involve physical labour such as loading and unloading of trucks
- Complete all necessary daily paperwork. May include, but not limited to, daily logs, pre-trip and inspection logs, deliver receipts, vehicle inspection, permits, hours of service, etc.
- Keep records of material or equipment usage or problems encountered.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years grader operating experience
- Working experience on or near water and/or in a marine environment is an asset.
- Must have the initiative, ability, and willingness to perform and assist with other job positions for project completion as requested.
Key Strengths and Competencies:
- Ability to work with diverse individuals and groups.
- Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
- Willing to follow all ICD Employee Policies
- Willing to follow all ICD Health, Safety and Environmental Procedures
Successful candidates must provide have following items prior to confirmation of their start date:
- Comprehensive alcohol and drug test clearance letter
- Copy of valid class 5 driver’s license
- Copy of clean 3-year driver’s abstract
- Copies of training certificates related to site-based work
All employees must participate in, promote, and contribute to ICD’s Safety-First culture. This includes, but is not limited to, following Safe Work practices and procedures, attending safety meetings and toolbox talks, understanding and navigating our digital safety application (SiteDocs), completing FLRA’s, using PPE, inspection of vehicles, tools, and equipment, and more.
If you are a motivated and hard-working individual who would like to be part of the exciting growth and development of our expanding company that offers competitive wages, then apply today!
Please note, this job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Inner City Diesel is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an honest and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know as we are here to support you.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Contract length: 3-4 months
Experience
- Grader operation: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 License (or greater) (required)
Location:
- Fort McMurray, AB (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2026-05-01
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Grader Operator position at Inner City Diesel Ltd.?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Inner City Diesel Ltd.. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Grader Operator position at Inner City Diesel Ltd. located?
This position is based in Fort McMurray. Inner City Diesel Ltd. has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Grader Operator at Inner City Diesel Ltd. earn?
Inner City Diesel Ltd. has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Grader Operator role at Inner City Diesel Ltd. posted?
This role was posted on April 10, 2026 (74 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
Is the Grader Operator role at Inner City Diesel Ltd. entry-level?
Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Inner City Diesel Ltd. has listed.
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