Heavy Equipment Operator Job at Clean Energy & Infrastructure Services in Rapid

Overview

MasTec Industrial, along with sister companies Casey Industrial and Phoenix Industrial, has served the power industry since 1947. We support utilities, developers, and municipalities with EPC services and project development expertise. We are ranked by ENR as the #1 Power Contractor, specializing in natural gas, oil, biomass, and waste-to-energy projects. Our team brings over 30 years of experience in utility and industrial systems, including simple and combined cycle plants and reciprocating engines. We are committed to delivering quality, safety, and value at every project phase, from concept to operations. At MasTec Industrial, we invest in top talent and foster a respectful, inclusive environment where employees thrive as innovative leaders. The MasTec Industrial market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment, which generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do. MasTec is a minority-owned Fortune 500 company with over 90 years in the construction industry, more than 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, offering flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.

Position Summary

Responsible for operating various types of heavy equipment, including but not limited to front end loaders (4CY or greater), motor grader, excavator (20 ton class or larger), dozer, scraper, tractor-trailer/rock, track hoe, skid steer, PD-10, trencher, and applicable light and medium equipment to perform construction tasks such as land clearing, common/mass excavation, pond/reservoir excavation, rough grade/finish grade roadway, underground utility work for various heavy civil, industrial, and wind projects.

Responsibilities

• Promote and comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures
• Operate heavy equipment with knowledge of functions, operation, navigation, problem detection, mechanical aptitude, and driving
• Build level and/or extreme terrain and excavate land surfaces using listed equipment
• Drive and maneuver equipment with blades to remove topsoil, vegetation, rocks and to distribute and level earth or terrain
• Load dirt, stone, equipment, materials, and waste onto trucks from the jobsite
• Excavate trenches with proper slopes per OSHA requirements
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities, responding to signals from crew members
• Communicate clearly to ensure comprehension of duties and safety regulations
• Perform maintenance such as cleaning, greasing and oiling machines; fill out maintenance reports daily
• May travel to different jobsites on short notice
• May perform other duties as required by Superintendent or Foreman

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

• 1-3 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 1 year of experience in heavy equipment operation

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of health and safety programs and project regulations
• Participate in daily toolbox meetings on site
• Model safe behavior
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operating/maintenance instructions
• Numerical skills for simple arithmetic with units of weight and volume
• Ability to follow written or oral instructions with precision
• Willingness to perform other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

• Work up to a 12-hour shift in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions
• Maintain physical strength and stamina; lift up to 50 pounds; frequent bending, kneeling, and climbing
• Stamina for repetitive, long-duration tasks
• Exposure to extreme weather, dirt, dust, fumes, and loud noises
• Ability to wear required PPE (safety-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, vest, etc.)
• Move in and around confined, cluttered, uneven areas; work at heights with fall protection as required
• Good visual and aural perception; coordination of eyes, hands, and feet

Hours

This position is full-time and typically scheduled for 50 hours per week. Schedule is subject to project requirements.

Travel

Travel up to 90% required. Presence directly on the project site with intermittent travel to residence of record.

What 2s in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation $36.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance reviews and merit increases
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent Care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan options) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
• Discounted National Gym Membership Network
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

Service Line: MPC-MasTec Industrial

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