Mastec Communications Group
Provides infrastructure, construction, and engineering services for telecommunications and energy sectors.
Directional Drill Operator Locator
Operate and locate horizontal directional drills for underground conduit/fiber installation.
Job Highlights
About the Role
In this role you will support directional drilling for the installation of underground conduit and fiber‑optic cable, collaborating with the Drill Locator to install coax and fiber systems, ensuring the safety of the public and existing underground utilities, and handling daily transport of heavy equipment. • Locate horizontal directional drill for underground conduit and fiber optic cable installation • Operate horizontal directional bore with Drill Locator to install coax and fiber systems • Ensure public safety and protect existing underground utility facilities • Read utility locates and coordinate daylighting of facilities • Transport heavy equipment to and from job sites daily
Key Responsibilities
- ▸drill locating
- ▸directional boring
- ▸fiber installation
- ▸public safety
- ▸utility coordination
- ▸equipment transport
What You Bring
The ideal candidate has at least two years of urban utility directional drilling experience, is comfortable operating Vermeer or Ditch Witch drills, can read maps and diagrams, holds a clean‑record Class A CDL, and demonstrates a safety‑first attitude, problem‑solving ability, and a hands‑on team approach. • Minimum 2 years urban utility directional drilling experience • Proficient with Vermeer or Ditch Witch drills of various sizes • Ability to read maps, drawings, and diagrams • Valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record • Strong safety focus, problem‑solving skills, and hands‑on teamwork
Requirements
- ▸directional drilling
- ▸vermeer
- ▸map reading
- ▸class a
- ▸safety focus
- ▸problem solving
Benefits
Compensation ranges from $22 to $30 per hour, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement savings with company match, stock purchase opportunities, various insurance coverages, health and wellness programs, paid time off, and a $1,000 referral incentive. • $22–$30 hourly wage • 401(k) with company match • Employee Stock Purchase Plan • Life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance • Red Wing boot voucher • Medical, dental, and vision coverage plus dependent care and flexible spending accounts • Paid time off, holidays, family/medical leave, and sick time • $1,000 referral incentive for successful hires
Work Environment
Field