Mastec Communications Group
Provides infrastructure, construction, and engineering services for telecommunications and energy sectors.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Operate and maintain light construction equipment for telecom utility projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
In this role you will support all phases of utility construction for telecom projects, ensuring the job is done right and safely. Responsibilities include operating various light construction equipment, troubleshooting field issues, and interpreting utility locates and above‑ground indicators to maintain crew safety and productivity. • Operate light construction equipment such as backhoes, cable plows, trenchers, and hydraulic reel trailers, and perform required maintenance. • Troubleshoot problems that arise in the field. • Read and interpret utility locates and above‑ground utility indicators to ensure crew safety and high productivity. • Apply a hands‑on approach to solving complex problems. • Participate in a 401(k) plan with company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸equipment operation
- ▸troubleshooting
- ▸utility locates
- ▸crew safety
- ▸construction support
What You Bring
The ideal candidate is safety‑oriented, consistently delivers high‑quality work, enjoys solving complex problems hands‑on, and seeks long‑term project involvement with a team. Experience operating heavy equipment on construction sites and relevant MOS codes (12N, 12V, 21E, 21J) are a strong fit. • Demonstrate a strong safety mindset in daily tasks. • Consistently deliver high‑quality workmanship. • Possess experience operating heavy equipment on construction sites. • Relevant military occupational specialties: 12N, 12V, 21E, 21J.
Requirements
- ▸safety
- ▸quality
- ▸heavy equipment
- ▸mos 12n
- ▸mos 12v
- ▸problem solving
Benefits
Compensation ranges from $22 to $26 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package: 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical/dental/vision and life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, health and wellness programs, paid time off, holidays, sick leave, family and medical leave, and a $1,000 referral incentive. • Earn $22–$26 per hour. • Receive medical, dental, vision, life, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance. • Access health and wellness benefits, including a Red Wing boot voucher and flexible spending accounts. • Enjoy paid time off, paid holidays, sick leave, and family/medical leave. • Earn a $1,000 incentive through the Employee Referral Program for successful hires.
Work Environment
Field