Need a Camp Job in Alberta (Alberta Camp Jobs)

Need a Camp Job in Alberta

PaddyB1957

Alberta Camp Jobs

Sep 29th, 2006

Hi everyone,

I realize that there is a boom in Alberta and there is lots of work, but when I look on the internet there doesn't seem to be too many camp jobs....is there somewhere on the net that I have not found, ( i doubt it tho ), how does one apply or find out about these jobs ? Is it better to drive to Ft. Mcmurray and take your chances ???? I'm moving out west from ontario in the next week...any help would be appreciated..thanks

LittleRunningGag

Camp Jobs Alberta

Sep 29th, 2006

Get a job and a place to live * before * you get here.

I know companies like -- are looking for drivers, and they're willing to train.

Clara Lights

Alberta Work Camps

Feb 12th, 2007

Did you find a job at one of these camp yet. if so I am seeking some info on this. Can you help??
Thanking you in advance

karrie

Alberta Jobs Camps

Feb 12th, 2007

You can't just get a camp job, because the rigs don't stay in one spot, thus they never know when they will be in camp and when they won't. The only way to get a 'camp job', is to apply to a camp company to be a cook/janitor/campy. But the pay isn't what people moving to AB are expecting, you're likely looking for rig work. My best advice is to phone a rig company and ask them some questions.

Clara Lights

Feb 12th, 2007

Do you have any company names or phone numbers for the oil rig jobs????????? the right direction would help.
Thanks again for your reply.

karrie

Feb 12th, 2007

Quote: Originally Posted by Clara Lights

Do you have any company names or phone numbers for the oil rig jobs????????? the right direction would help.
Thanks again for your reply.

Alberta's a huge province, with tons of small rig companies. Where exactly is he planning on working? You need to narrow down what it is exactly you're looking for.

RUEZ

Feb 12th, 2007

Might I suggest as a first step check the HRDC job bank website for jobs in Grande Prairie and Fort MacMurray, as that is where most of the camps are. Also a google search for Alberta oil companies will turn up a list of various ones in the province.

Clara Lights

Feb 13th, 2007

sorry about that he is looking for heavy exquipment or backhoe or excavator jobs, with 21 yres of experince.
Thank you again for replying so fast.

jjaycee98

Feb 13th, 2007

Quote: Originally Posted by LittleRunningGag

Get a job and a place to live * before * you get here.

I know companies like -- are looking for drivers, and they're willing to train.

Know a young fellow who works for SanJel. He hired on with $3100 a month stipend for which he only has to take his turn in the shop when there is no hauling to do. Last Fall they increased that to $3600. He gets this regardless of work; just to be available should there be something that needs to be done. He has had rather a time with a place to stay though. Has moved 3 times in one year, as he has stayed with friends etc.

Ariadne

#10

Feb 13th, 2007

Why not apply to Suncor or one of the other big companies?

karrie

#11

Feb 13th, 2007

Quote: Originally Posted by Clara Lights

sorry about that he is looking for heavy exquipment or backhoe or excavator jobs, with 21 yres of experince.
Thank you again for replying so fast.

Okay, he should shoot for Fort McMurray then. Not a camp job, but the company will work out housing with him. They are always screaming for heavy equipment operators. Google "Fort McMurray, heavy equipment operations", and you'll likely end up with pages upon pages of info.

Best of luck.

snfu73

#12

Feb 21st, 2007

Actually, I work next door to a camp operator in Leduc, Alberta. Farm Kitchens...something, something. They supply camps, food, and whatever else to the oil industry. You can give them a try. I don't have a website, but I know their address and such.

Clara Lights

#13

Feb 22nd, 2007

Can you give me any in formation on this.
Thank you so much.

James02

#14

May 18th, 2007

Quote: Originally Posted by LittleRunningGag

Get a job and a place to live * before * you get here.

I know companies like -- are looking for drivers, and they're willing to train.

I have read part of there web site.
All the driving jobs are for class 1 Artic, but it did not say weather or not it was driving on the road or driving in the quarry, or is it for heavy equipment operators
I did not see from there training link that they offer class 1 driver training

Quote: Originally Posted by karrie

You can't just get a camp job, because the rigs don't stay in one spot, thus they never know when they will be in camp and when they won't. The only way to get a 'camp job', is to apply to a camp company to be a cook/janitor/campy. But the pay isn't what people moving to AB are expecting, you're likely looking for rig work. My best advice is to phone a rig company and ask them some questions.

What is the difference between a camp job, oil sands job, and a rig job?

Quote: Originally Posted by RUEZ

Might I suggest as a first step check the HRDC job bank website for jobs in Grande Prairie and Fort MacMurray, as that is where most of the camps are. Also a google search for Alberta oil companies will turn up a list of various ones in the province.

Do you have a link for the HRDC please

Bluerocks

#15

May 18th, 2007

Is the oil fields the only option in AB? Are there other jobs in different sectors?

Last edited by Bluerocks; May 18th, 2007 at 09:11 PM..

Jsan

#16

May 20th, 2007

Have you actually looked at what the cost of living is in this Province? Just over the last month renters in Edmonton have been getting hit with 500 dollar per month rate increases. There is practically zero vacancy and rents are going through the roof everywhere. Sure there are other jobs outside of oil but do not expect salaries much higher than other places in Canada. The misconception that everyone in Alberta is making huge salaries etc. is just that, a misconception. The reality is people are having to take on extra jobs just to pay their living expenses. Some people are literally being forced out onto the streets due to the skyrocketing cost of living and Inflation rate. Yeah, great place to live!

James02

#17

May 20th, 2007

So how much do you think a laborer would earn in the oil industry in the hot spot area
And how much do you think a laborer would earn out side the oil industry in the hot spot area
I take it there has not been a big slow down in the oil industry as of yet, other wise house prices would of dropped

Jsan

#18

May 20th, 2007

I'm not sure how much a laborer makes because I am pretty much out of touch with that side of the job market. From what I have seen posted on signs and such around the city the starting wages seem to be between 12 - 15 dollars per hour. If you have your ticket in a trade or are a truck driver (class?, air brakes) the wages will be higher. The problem is though that the cost of living is VERY expensive and getting higher everyday. You have to have a very Well paying job to get ahead in this province nowadays. get a well paying job is not nearly as easy as everyone outside of the province is led to believe. People in lower income jobs are really struggling in this boom economy. Here is another of many news articles on the issue.

http://www.canada.com/edmontonjourna...9-129cd0e3f629

James02

#19

May 21st, 2007

Try this newspaper

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margett

#20

Jul 17th, 2007

lm looking for a camp job in Alberta, cook,s helper, prep. pleaes,s email , --/ l, have done camp work lot,s and the Experience,s) thank you . from --

karrie

#21

Jul 17th, 2007

Quote: Originally Posted by margett

lm looking for a camp job in Alberta, cook,s helper, prep. pleaes,s email , --/ l, have done camp work lot,s and the Experience,s) thank you . from --

I'm curious. If you've done camp work, and have camp experience, then why are you posting this here, rather than applying to camp companies?

raventhi

#22

Jul 19th, 2007

I would recommend visiting a number of "Alberta" Job sites.
--
--
and there are many more on the net, instead of searching "Camp Jobs" try to narrow down your search to Trucking-oil and gas jobs-mining etc

Not sure if they have camp jobs but would be a good place to start.

OilSands.InfoMine

#23

Aug 2nd, 2007

I participate with a company that posts as many FT McMurray jobs as possable. The site is -- this site focuses on the Mining/Oil and construction aspect enjoy. We have also lauched another -- this is new and we offer lots of information on the territory shortly we will be offering a job board here as well the focus will be a little diffrent enjoy ALL!!!

Robert_Strain

#24

Aug 8th, 2007

I love you

Last edited by Robert_Strain; Aug 19th, 2007 at 06:51 AM..

jjaycee98

#25

Aug 8th, 2007

Quote: Originally Posted by Clara Lights

Do you have any company names or phone numbers for the oil rig jobs????????? the right direction would help.
Thanks again for your reply.

The largest drilling company is Precision. There is also Nabors and Trinidad.

There are also big Siesmic companies that higher alot of people-Schlumberjer, Veritas, EOG

Unforgiven

#26

Aug 9th, 2007

Quote: Originally Posted by Robert_Strain

Are you talking about camps where mean government guys lock up ethnic minorities just for being born ethnic minorities?? And the patriotic citizens surround the camp in ring-around-the-rosey and yell rah rah rah stuff ending with a haw haw haw??

Sound like anybody you know?

jthibb

#27

Sep 24th, 2007

lookin for any job with long hours and good pay. been fishing for the past 7 years so i know what hard work is all about. can and will do anything.

Lester

#28

Oct 21st, 2007

They all make pretty much the same depend on your experience but union labourers get upward of 25.00/hour maybe more, the competition for any labour is intense, theres a new saying "YOU GOT A PULSE - YOU GOTTA JOB"

Devn

#29

Apr 30th, 2008

Hello. I am also looking for a camp job. As are 3 of my friends, we are looking for pretty much any kind of general labour. The problem I seem to be having is most of these companies only hire within Alberta. This is a problem because I would rather not make that big move until I know I have a job.

Can anyone point me in the right direction to get a camp job?
Is this the general rule that most companies only take you if you live in the area (Mostly what I am talking about is the fort mcmurray area.

My email is
--
if anyone could be of assistance that would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

karrie

#30

Apr 30th, 2008

Wish I had more to tell you Devn. Good luck.

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