MasTec Communications Group

Utility Locator

About the position

Overview

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

A Utility Locator identifies, locates, and marks the location of subsurface utilities in order to minimize accidental damage or disruption of service due to construction excavation activities, must be familiar with industry standards, policies, guidelines, and procedures. 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

In addition, you will: 

  • Locate underground cables and verify their placement in accordance with blueprints and designated plans
  • Operate various utility locating equipment, including Pipehorn and Dynatel, as well as other locator brands as needed
  • Potentially operate Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) equipment for subsurface utility detection
  • Read and interpret 811 locate tickets accurately
  • Maintain familiarity with right-of-ways and proper locating procedures within them
  • Maintain company equipment according to service requirements and safety guidelines
  • Perform all work in compliance with company safety standards and protocols
  • Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

About You: 

  • Strong commitment to safety and quality work

  • Problem solver with a hands-on approach

  • Comfortable working independently and taking initiative

  • Enjoys outdoor work in all weather conditions and willing to work overtime

  • High school diploma or GED preferred

  • Experience in underground utility construction is a plus

  • Able to read and understand blueprints and maps

  • Valid driver’s license with clean record (CDL Class A preferred); able to pass DOT physical

  • Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform bending, climbing, kneeling, and other physical tasks required for the job

  • Responsible for personal actions, assigned equipment, and prompt reporting of any incidents

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

Financial Security 

  • Compensation $21-25/hr Based on Experience
  • 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!

Place of work

MasTec Communications Group
1943 N Irby Street
29501-1501 Florence
United States of America

About the company

MasTec continues to lead in the telecom industry. Fueled by our highly trained professionals, whose exceptional performance advances our success. Communication technology is constantly evolving, and MasTec is not only keeping pace with the evolution, we’re driving it.

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Relevant places near

  • East Florence
  • Muscle Shoals
  • Sheffield
  • Tuscumbia
  • Underwood-Petersville
  • Killen
  • Leighton
  • Muscle Shoals
  • Muscle Shoals
  • Muscle Shoals



Job ID: 9655379 / Ref: 988faf1a901ab487daf1aa7ccaf1e574

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