MasTec Communications Group

Heavy Equip Oper Trainee

About the position

Overview

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

As a Heavy Equipment Operator Trainee, 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 HeavyEquipment Operator Trainee, 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 learn to: 

  • 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 productivity  
  • Perform service, safety checks, and minor repairs on machine, check oil and fluids. 
  • Slope ditches and/or shore ditches and pits 
  • Load trucks in safe and accident-free manner 
  • Observe pipe laying for safety purposes, such as possible cave-ins 
  • Dig around all live utilities, both underground and overhead 
  • Maintain sub-grade and assist in setup grade. 
  • Set up center line. 
  • Learn from the Operator on the jobsite. 

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 a desire to operate 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 
  • Paid sick time

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
4004 S 50th St
33619 Tampa
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

  • Brandon
  • Town 'n' Country
  • Riverview
  • University
  • Carrollwood Village
  • Egypt Lake-Leto
  • Carrollwood
  • Lake Magdalene
  • Temple Terrace
  • Citrus Park



Job ID: 9800396 / Ref: 20d124d7f451249f95e75c95d93706d8

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