Directional Drill Operator/Locator

Directional Drill Operator/Locator

At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours. As a Directional Drill Operator/Locator, 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!

The drill locator's job is to move and position the locating machine ahead of the drill and tell the driller where they need to go. The locating machine is locating the drill head and the computer in the drill head not utilities. The utilities get marked and locating by the water, gas, comm, etc owners ahead of the work we do and our laborers roll it to find and pothole the existing utilities before the drill gets there.

As a Directional Drill Operator/Locator, you will support directional drilling for the installation of underground conduit and fiber optic cable. You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you're up for the challenge. In addition, you will:

• Locate a Horizontal Directional Driller for the installation of underground conduit and fiber optic cable
• Operate a horizontal directional bore in collaboration with the Drill Locator to successfully install coax and fiber systems
• Ensure the safety of the public and other underground utility facilities
• Read utility, locate, and coordinate the daylighting of these facilities
• Transport heavy equipment to and from the job site each day

Qualifications:

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 at least 2 years of utility directional drilling experience in an urban environment. You have experience with different-sized Vermeer or Ditch Witch drills. You have the ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for the project build process. You have a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a DOT med card for driving purposes (CDL A is required; applicants are subject to an MVR review, and must meet company standards for a safe driving record).

Compensation of $25-$36 per hour, depending on the 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!

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.