Mastec Communications Group
Provides infrastructure, construction, and engineering services for telecommunications and energy sectors.
GAS Operator
Operates trenching equipment to install natural gas pipelines safely.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Gas Operator is responsible for operating machinery needed to trench for natural gas pipelines, digging safely around underground utilities, installing pipelines in the ditch, and providing sufficient backfill. This role supports the line team and collaborates with other department personnel. • Operate jobsite equipment safely. • Perform service, safety checks, and minor repairs on equipment, including oil and fluid checks. • Load trucks in a safe, accident‑free manner. • Observe pipe laying for safety hazards such as potential cave‑ins. • Dig around all live underground and overhead utilities. • Install natural gas pipelines in the ditch and provide adequate backfill.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸equipment operation
- ▸safety checks
- ▸truck loading
- ▸utility digging
- ▸pipeline installation
- ▸backfill
What You Bring
The position works in a field environment that requires frequent bending, squatting, climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in extreme weather conditions. It also demands clear vision, precise hand‑eye coordination, and the ability to distinguish colors and judge distances. • High school diploma or equivalent; 1 year heavy‑equipment operating experience (minimum). • 2+ years heavy‑equipment operating experience (preferred). • Operator qualification and DOT‑certified flagger. • CDL Class A license (preferred).
Requirements
- ▸high school
- ▸heavy‑equipment
- ▸operator qualification
- ▸dot flagger
- ▸cdl classa
- ▸physical demands
Benefits
The company is purpose‑driven and promotes an inclusive, welcoming culture where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. Employees receive abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions, with equal chances for advancement and respect for diverse perspectives. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and an employee stock purchase plan. MasTec adheres to an equal employment opportunity policy that prohibits discrimination and harassment based on any protected characteristic.
Work Environment
Field