Mastec Communications Group
Provides infrastructure, construction, and engineering services for telecommunications and energy sectors.
GAS Operator
Operate equipment to trench and install natural gas pipelines safely.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Gas Operator is responsible for operating the machines required to trench for natural gas pipelines. Duties include safely digging around underground utilities, installing pipelines in the ditch, and providing sufficient backfill. This role supports the Line team and collaborates with department personnel. • Operate jobsite equipment safely. • Conduct equipment service, safety checks, minor repairs, and fluid inspections. • Load trucks safely and accident‑free. • Monitor pipe laying for hazards, including potential cave‑ins. • Dig safely around live underground and overhead utilities. • Install natural gas pipelines in trenches and backfill adequately.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸equipment operation
- ▸safety checks
- ▸truck loading
- ▸pipe monitoring
- ▸utility digging
- ▸pipeline installation
What You Bring
The position works in a field environment that routinely involves extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, standing, and twisting, often in inclement weather such as extreme heat, cold, rain, ice, snow, or wind. Employees must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, have clear vision at 20 feet or 20 inches, demonstrate precise hand-eye coordination, and distinguish colors. The job description may evolve, and management may adjust duties or schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities. • Minimum: high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year heavy‑equipment operation experience. • Preferred: 2+ years heavy‑equipment experience, operator qualification, DOT certified flagger, CDL Class A license.
Requirements
- ▸high school
- ▸heavy‑equipment
- ▸operator qualification
- ▸dot flagger
- ▸cdl class a
- ▸physical stamina
Benefits
MasTec Utility Services is purpose-driven, with core values that shape strategy, performance, and culture. The company fosters an inclusive environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive while finding meaning in ensuring communities have vital energy, light, and communications. Employees receive abundant training, tools, and opportunities, with equal chances to advance, and are supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company (MTZ, NYSE).
Work Environment
Field