Heavy Equipment Operator (travel)

MasTec • Barstow, CA

107d • $26 - $33

About The Position

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! 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. This is a travel position for a project located outside of Barstow, CA. 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability
• Red Wing Boot Voucher
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Family and medical leave
• Bereavement leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction