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Heavy Equipment Operator - MN/WI Travel

MasTec Communications Group

Rochester, MNJob$24–30/hrSeen 4w ago

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Compensation
$24–30/hr
Location
Rochester, MN
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

DOT Med Card AbilityValid Driver's License

Job overview

MasTec Communications Group is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator - MN/WI Travel. 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 nationwide while seeing our beautiful country! 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!

Key focus areas include Operate light construction equipment, including backhoes, cable plows, trenchers, hydraulic reel trailers, plowcat/pullcat, and ensure maintenance as required, Troubleshoot problems as they arise in the field, and Read and understand utility locates and above‑ground utility indicators to ensure crew safety and productivity.

Important skills include Operate Backhoes, Operate Cable Plows, Operate Trenchers, Operate Hydraulic Reel Trailers, Operate Plowcat Pullcat, and Troubleshoot Field Problems.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Operate BackhoesOperate Cable PlowsOperate TrenchersOperate Hydraulic Reel TrailersOperate Plowcat PullcatTroubleshoot Field ProblemsRead Utility LocatesRead BlueprintsSafety MindsetHands‑on Problem SolvingTeam Collaboration

Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseDOT Med Card AbilityCDL PreferredHeavy Equipment Operation ExperienceBlueprint Reading ExperienceTravel AvailabilityMOS Codes 12N 12V 21E 21J

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full 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 nationwide while seeing our beautiful country! 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 , 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.

In addition, you will:

  • Operate light construction equipment, including backhoes, cable plows, trenchers, hydraulic reel trailers, plowcat/pullcat, other types of machinery, and ensure 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 productivity

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 have experience reading blueprints

  • You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team

  • You have experience operating heavy equipment on a construction site

  • You have a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a DOT med card for driving purposes (CDL preferred; applicants are subject to an MVR review, and must meet company standards for a safe driving record)

  • Open to travel M-F per diem (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 $24-$30 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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