Heavy Equipment Operator

Overview:

At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours.  

 

As a Heavy Equipment 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 an Heavy Equipment Operator, you will support all phases of utility construction for various types of telecom projects. You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you’re up for the challenge.  

 

Local work with occasional travel

• Compensation ranges from $26.78-33.48/hr, or prevailing wage in certain locations if working on the project
• The schedule is typically 6 days per week, 10-12 hours per day
• Per diem includes hotel + $50 for food. Crews may travel one week at a time, occasionally extended stays up to two weeks before returning home for a break.
• Overtime pay will be provided in accordance with California labor laws, at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for hours worked over 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a workweek.
• Rest and Meal Breaks: You will be compensated for paid rest periods and granted unpaid meal breaks in accordance with California labor laws.
• "At-will employment": Your employment with MasTec is “at-will,” meaning either you or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.

 

 

In addition, you will: 

• Operate light construction equipment, including backhoes, cable plow, trenchers, hydraulic reel trailers & other types of machinery & assure maintenance of these as required. 
• Troubleshoot problems as they arise in the field 
• Read and understand utility locates and above ground utility indicators to ensure the safety of the crew and a high level of productivity7

Qualifications:

About You: 

• Safety is a part of your day to day 
• You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality 
• You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands-on approach to your work 
• You are looking for long-term projects 
• You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team 
• You have experience operating heavy equipment on a construction site 

 

MOS Codes 12N, 12V, 21E, and 21J relate well to this position. 

 

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 
• Bereavement leave 

 

 

We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let’s talk. Build your career with MasTec!

 

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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.