Heavy Equipment Operator - MN/WI Travel Crew

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 on our Midwest Travel crew, you will support all phases of utility construction for various types of telecom projects, traveling nationwide. You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you’re up for the challenge. In addition, you will: Put safety first by following all company, OSHA, and job-site requirements, maintaining awareness of underground and overhead hazards, and using required PPE Operate heavy equipment for aerial and underground (UGE) long-haul fiber construction, including backhoes, dozers, excavators, cable plows, trenchers, hydraulic reel trailers, PlowCat/PullCat, and other construction machinery Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance to keep machinery safe and job-ready Read and understand utility locates, above-ground utility indicators, and construction plans to protect the crew, public, and existing utilities Work alongside the crew when not operating equipment, assisting with general construction, material handling, site preparation, and other tasks as needed Troubleshoot equipment and field issues and communicate safety concerns promptly Maintain a clean, organized work area and support crew productivity and quality Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications About You: Safety is part of your day-to-day, and you take pride in doing the job safely and correctly You have 2+ years of construction-site heavy equipment experience, including experience operating a dozer and/or backhoe You have experience working around existing underground and overhead utilities and understand the importance of utility locates and safe digging practices You take pride in quality work, have strong problem-solving skills, and enjoy a hands-on approach You can read and understand blueprints, construction plans, and utility locates You enjoy working as part of a team and are willing to get your hands dirty and work alongside the crew when needed You’re looking for long-term projects and growth opportunities You have a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a DOT medical card You have a current CDL or are able and willing to obtain one within 90 days of starting You are comfortable traveling to projects throughout the U.S. Open to travel M-F per diem (50+ hours per week, depending on the weather), and working overtime consistently Will also travel approximately 50% of the year for projects, up to 10 days primarily throughout MN and WI MOS Codes 12N, 12V, 21E, and 21J relate well to this position. Compensation of $24-$33 per hour, based on licenses and 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! 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic