Equipment Operator Seattle South

MasTec – Utility Services Group activities include the installation, maintenance and upgrade of communication and utility infrastructure, including, but not limited to: communications, electrical and natural gas distribution infrastructure.
At MasTec you’ll be joining a family where we are dedicated to supporting each other and building an atmosphere of teamwork. As part of our team, your opportunities are limitless.
In addition to the valuable skills gained through training and on-the-job experience, MasTec offers competitive pay, including medical, vision and dental coverage, 401K and employee stock discounts.
MasTec Utility Services Group is a proud supporter of our U.S. military, veterans and their families - Thank You for Your Service! Active military, transitioning service members and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. MOS Codes 12N relate well to this position.
We are currently seeking a Equipment Operator to join our dynamic Team supporting a major telecommunications infrastructure project.
JOB SUMMARY:
The role of an Equipment Operator is to operate in a safe manner various pieces of heavy construction equipment. Candidate must be able to work under minimal supervision and communicate courteously and pro-actively. Able to complete projects despite obstacles; able to classify technical information and redirect efforts when necessary.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Performs all duties according to prescribed safety procedures and uses appropriate safety equipment.
• Operates trenching equipment in the vicinity of existing utilities.
• Pneumatic Missile Operation.
• May be required to operate various pieces of equipment (i.e. dump truck and trailer, backhoe, excavator, loader, bulldozer, etc.)
• Towing various trailers with flatbed trucks
• Provides support for crews during all phases of construction activity
• Minimum two years of experience with construction, excavation, and equipment operation.
  Certified on the use of equipment:

o Line truck o Bucket truck o Cable Reel equipment
SECONDARY DUTIES

• Field work as needed to support primary duties to include walking ofsites
• Base knowledge of aerial and underground construction
• Working in manhole systems, verifying and proofing existing conduit systems
• Rodding and roping conduit systems
• Trenching in streets and landscaped areas with small excavating equipment

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to read, write and speak with employees, customers, suppliers, in person, on the phone, and by written communications in a clear, straight forward, and professional manner
• Must possess a valid driver’s license. This position requires the applicant to have and maintain a current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class A Endorsement Required)
• Ability to accurately measure distances, using tapes or other measuring device
• Lift and carry up to 70 lbs
• Ability to read and understand maps, drawings and diagrams for project build process
• City, County and State clearance code knowledge and related
• Extensive knowledge of Network architecture and design for both RF and Fiber networks
• Flagger Certified for field work as needed
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively

Don’t miss this great opportunity!
All applicants must pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen. Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan.MasTec is a publically traded company MTZ (NYSE).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, 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.

Requisition ID 38173