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Job description
Overview
At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours.
As a Heavy E quipment Operator , you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology for a better community. Join the MasTec family and help us provide the highest level of quality service to our customers and communities while maintaining our commitment to safety!
Responsibilities
As a Heavy Equipment Operator on our Long Haul Travel crew, you will support all phases of utility construction for various types of telecom projects, traveling nationwide. You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you're up for the challenge.
In addition, you will:
Put safety first by following all company, OSHA, and job-site requirements, maintaining awareness of underground and overhead hazards, and using required PPE
Operate heavy equipment for aerial and underground (UGE) long-haul fiber construction, including backhoes, dozers, excavators, cable plows, trenchers, hydraulic reel trailers, PlowCat/PullCat, and other construction machinery
Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance to keep machinery safe and job-ready
Read and understand utility locates, above-ground utility indicators, and construction plans to protect the crew, public, and existing utilities
Work alongside the crew when not operating equipment, assisting with general construction, material handling, site preparation, and other tasks as needed
Troubleshoot equipment and field issues and communicate safety concerns promptly
Maintain a clean, organized work area and support crew productivity and quality
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
About You:
Safety is part of your day-to-day, and you take pride in doing the job safely and correctly
You have 2+ years of construction-site heavy equipment experience, including experience operating a dozer and/or backhoe
You have experience working around existing underground and overhead utilities and understand the importance of utility locates and safe digging practices
You take pride in quality work, have strong problem-solving skills, and enjoy a hands-on approach
You can read and understand blueprints, construction plans, and utility locates
You enjoy working as part of a team and are willing to get your hands dirty and work alongside the crew when needed
You're looking for long-term projects and growth opportunities
You have a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a DOT medical card (CDL is highly preferred)
You are comfortable traveling to projects throughout the U.S.
Open to travel nationwide 7 days a week, per diem, 4-5 weeks on, and 5 days off on a rotating schedule (50+ hours per week, depending on the weather), and working overtime consistently
MOS Codes 12N, 12V, 21E, and 21J relate well to this position.
Compensation of $26-$35 per hour, based on licenses and experience.
Hard work pays off. See what you'll get for your effort:
Financial Security
401(k) with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Life insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability
Red Wing Boot Voucher
Health and Wellness
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Work/Life Balance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Family and medical leave
Paid sick time
Employee Referral Program
Refer someone who delivers excellence just like you and receive a $1,000 incentive for a referral that becomes a permanent hire!
We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let's talk. Build your career with MasTec!
MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
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Worksite address
shevlin, MN, 56676, US
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