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Directional Drill Operator/Locator Foreman - Military Veterans

at MasTec, Inc.

Overview

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

As a Directional Drill Operator/Locator Foreman, 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 Directional Drill Operator/Locator Foreman, you are responsible for operating horizontal/directional drill rigs, locating equipment, and product support equipment. You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you're up for the challenge.

In addition, you will:


  • Operate Horizontal Directional Drill for installation of underground telecommunications cable conduit, including fiber optic cable.

  • Ensure the safety of the public and other utilities underground facilities

  • Perform all duties according to prescribed safety procedures and use appropriate safety equipment

  • Setup and cleanup work sites including traffic and pedestrian control.

  • Read utility locates and coordinate day lighting of these facilities


  • Ensure all applicable permits and locates are complete and on-site

  • Inspect the work that is in progress to ensure that the workmanship conforms to specifications.

  • Operate construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade specifications

  • Level earth to final grade specifications

  • Operate vehicles and equipment operations from trucks to other equipment as directed and certified.


  • Perform proper maintenance by greasing, oiling, and making minor repairs on equipment

  • Lead teams in the field effectively as needed and directed by supervisor

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 3 years of Horizontal Directional Drill experience


  • You have a Valid driver's license

  • You must obtain a CDL class a driver's license within 30 days of employment

  • Experienced with different size Vermeer or Ditch Witch units and various brands of locating equipment

    • Working experience in underground construction and Fiber builds

    • City, County, and State clearance code knowledge and related




  • You can read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for the project build process

  • You are willing to work outdoors in all types of weather and work overtime as required


Hard work pays off. See what you'll get for your effort:

Pay is $24-$26 per hour.

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 flexible spending

  • 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!

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, 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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Ponchatoula, LA

Salary Range
$49,920 to $54,080
MasTec, Inc.

Over the course of the last 80 years, MasTec companies have been involved in some of the largest and most complex infrastructure construction projects across the country. Our experience has given us a deep and comprehensive understanding of the markets we serve, as well as the ability to effectively manage people, projects and equipment. It allows us to proactively identify challenges, avoid pitfalls, and overcome obstacles, and to accurately set and meet expectations for schedule and budget. With offices across the country, a workforce of nearly 12,000 skilled professionals, and an extensive wholly-owned fleet of specialized construction equipment, MasTec has the resources needed to reliably deliver quality work for even the most complicated jobs. Our geographic reach, scalability, and overall financial stability enable us to meet each of our customers'​ changing needs on a daily basis. Our focus on innovation colors everything we do, and as we've grown, we've fostered it throughout every level of our organization. We're always looking for ways to increase efficiency within the projects we take on, and within our own organization. We work to stay at the forefront of safety and environmentally responsible construction, and to increase the application of these concepts throughout each and every client project. We strive to find better solutions to the world's needs, as well as safer, more socially conscious ways to meet them both today and in the future. MasTec & our subsidiaries are currently certified as a Minority-Controlled Company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC) and as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) by the California Public Utilities Commission's Supplier Clearinghouse. These certifications allow MasTec to be recognized as a minority contractor throughout the United States and across a range of industries that we serve.

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