Mastec Communications Group
Provides infrastructure, construction, and engineering services for telecommunications and energy sectors.
Directional Drill Operator/Locator
Operate directional drill to install underground conduit & fiber, ensuring safety
Job Highlights
About the Role
In this role you will support directional drilling for underground conduit and fiber‑optic cable installation. You will locate and dig horizontal directional bores, operate the drill in partnership with the drill locator, and ensure the safety of the public and existing underground utilities. • Locate and dig horizontal directional bores for underground conduit and fiber optic cable. • Operate the horizontal directional drill in collaboration with the drill locator to install coax and fiber systems. • Read utility locates and coordinate daylighting of existing facilities. • Transport heavy equipment to and from the job site each day. • Ensure safety of the public and other underground utility facilities.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸horizontal drilling
- ▸drill operation
- ▸utility locate
- ▸equipment transport
- ▸public safety
- ▸fiber installation
What You Bring
The ideal candidate has at least 1–2 years of specialized directional‑drilling experience in an urban setting, 2 years of utility directional‑drilling experience, and proficiency with Vermeer or Ditch Witch drills. A valid Class A CDL, strong problem‑solving abilities, a focus on safety, and the ability to read maps and drawings are required. • Minimum 1–2 years of directional drilling experience in an urban environment. • Minimum 2 years of utility directional drilling experience in an urban environment. • Proficient with Vermeer or Ditch Witch drills of various sizes. • Ability to read and interpret maps, drawings, and project diagrams. • Valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record. • Strong focus on safety and high‑quality workmanship. • Hands‑on problem‑solving approach and willingness to work long‑term projects.
Requirements
- ▸directional drilling
- ▸utility drilling
- ▸vermeer
- ▸cdl
- ▸safety
- ▸problem solving
Benefits
MasTec offers competitive compensation, a 401(k) with company match, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and additional perks such as a Red Wing boot voucher, paid time off, holidays, family and medical leave, and a $1,000 referral bonus. • Competitive pay with 401(k) company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Medical, dental, vision, life, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance. • Red Wing boot voucher. • Paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, and family/medical leave. • $1,000 referral incentive for successful permanent hires.
Work Environment
Field