Directional Drill Operator/Locator - Long Haul Travel MasTec Communications Group Compensation of $27-$36 per hour, depending on licenses and the experience.< life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k) United States, Minnesota, Shevlin 152 Park Avenue (Show on map) Aug 20, 2026 Overview At MasTec Communications Groupwe build for the future. Yours and ours. As a Directional Drill Operator/Locator, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology for a better community. Join the MasTec family and help us provide the highest level of quality service to our customers and communities while maintaining our commitment to safety! Responsibilities As a Directional Drill Operator/Locator, you will support directional drilling for the installation of underground conduit and fiber optic cable. You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you're up for the challenge. In addition, you will: Locate a Horizontal Directional Driller for the installation of underground conduit and fiber optic cable Operate a horizontal directional bore in collaboration with the Drill Locator to successfully install coax and fiber systems Ensure the safety of the public and other underground utility facilities Read utility locates and coordinate the daylighting of these facilities Transport heavy equipment to and from the job site each day Travel 100% of the time on rotation (Excluding PTO and holidays) Support various telecom projects of varying durations

Qualifications About You:

Safety is a part of your day-to-day You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands-on approach to your work You are looking for long-term projects You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team You have at least 2 years of utility directional drilling experience in an urban environment You have experience with different-sized Vermeer or Ditch Witch drills You have the ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for the project build process You have a valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record You want to make an impact with your local community and enjoy being home daily Looking for long-term opportunities with consistent work and growth potential Open to travel 7 days per diem ($110 daily, working 4-5 weeks on, and 5 days off, on a rotating work schedule; 50-60 hours per week, depending on the weather), and working overtime consistently MOS Codes 12K, 12N,12V, 12W, 21E, 21J, 25P, 91C, 91L, 11B, 1100, 1120, 1316, 9970-9975, 0612, 2T3XX, 2E1XX, 3E2XX, 3E3XX, 9T0XX, BU, UT relate well to this position. Compensation of $27-$36 per hour, depending on licenses and the experience. Hard work pays off. See what you'll get for your effort: Financial Security 401(k) with company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Life insurance Short-term and Long-term disability Red Wing Boot Voucher Health and Wellness Medical, dental and vision insurance Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Work/Life Balance Paid time off Paid holidays Family and medical leave Paid sick time Employee Referral Program Refer someone who delivers excellence just like you and receive a $1,000 incentive for a referral that becomes a permanent hire! We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let's talk. Build your career with MasTec! 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. #MasTecJobs #MasTecCareers #BeSuccessfulWithUs #IAmMasTec #WeAreMasTec #MasTecFamily #MasTecCommunicationsGroup #MasTecCommunicationsCareers