Mastec Communications Group
Provides infrastructure, construction, and engineering services for telecommunications and energy sectors.
WAT Operator
Operate heavy equipment to install underground water piping and support site work.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Water Operator role involves operating machinery to install underground piping, supporting the Water team, and collaborating with department personnel. The position requires adherence to safety standards, equipment maintenance, and occasional labor assistance. • Operate jobsite equipment safely (cranes, bulldozers, loaders, excavators, etc.) • Perform service, safety checks, and minor repairs; monitor oil and fluids • Inspect work area to verify staking/locating before digging • Assist maintenance crew or act as laborer when not operating equipment • Dig around live utilities, both underground and overhead • Train, guide, or oversee lower‑graded operators and laborers as needed • Follow safety standards/procedures of MasTec and customers, whichever is higher • Load trucks safely and accident‑free • Improve operations, reduce turnaround times, streamline processes, and ensure quality service
Key Responsibilities
- ▸equipment operation
- ▸safety checks
- ▸utility digging
- ▸operator training
- ▸truck loading
- ▸process improvement
What You Bring
• High school diploma or equivalent • Minimum 1 year relevant experience; preferred 2+ years • Valid driver’s license; preferred CDL Class A • OSHA 10 certification preferred
Requirements
- ▸high school
- ▸experience
- ▸driver's license
- ▸cdl a
- ▸osha 10
Benefits
The company is purpose‑driven, fostering an inclusive culture where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. Employees receive abundant training, tools, and opportunities, with equal chances for advancement and a supportive, respectful environment. The job is physically demanding, requiring bending, lifting up to 50 lb, and work in various weather conditions. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. MasTec is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to non‑discriminatory practices. • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance • 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Work Environment
Field