Heavy Equipment Operator - Long Haul Travel Crew MasTec Communications Group $26-$36 life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k) United States, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh 825 Plum Industrial Park (Show on map) May 10, 2026
Overview At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours. As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology nationwide while seeing our beautiful country! 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 Heavy Equipment Operator on our Long Haul Travel Crew, you will support all phases of utility construction across telecom projects throughout the U.S. You take pride in working safely, operating efficiently, and delivering high-quality results in the field. What you'll do: Support crew productivity on projects of varying lengths of time
Maintain strict safety standards around underground utilities
Operate light and heavy construction equipment, including backhoes, trenchers, cable plows, hydraulic reel trailers, and other job-related machinery
Operate dozers and Plowcat/Pullcat equipment for utility installation and right-of-way construction
Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance
Read and interpret utility locates, maps, and above-ground markers to ensure safe excavation
Troubleshoot field issues to keep projects on schedule
Work 50-60 hours per week and travel 100% of the time (except PTO & Holidays) nationwide
Qualifications About You:
2+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in utility or civil construction preferred
Experience operating dozers, with specific experience on Plowcat/Pullcat equipment strongly preferred
Ability to operate additional equipment such as backhoes, trenchers, mini-and cable plows a plus
Strong understanding of safe excavation practices and utility locate interpretation
Ability to read and follow construction plans, utility maps, and field drawings
Experience working around underground utilities in active job sites
Willingness and able to travel throughout U.S 100% of time and work 50+ hours per week as needed
Strong focus on safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship
Valid driver's license with clean record past 3 years (CDL preferred)
Travel Details:
- Monday through Friday travel expected.
- Per diem 5 days a week.
- 50+ hours per week.
Overtime applies after 40 hours per week. Work is weather dependent. MOS Codes 12N, 12V, 21E, and 21J relate well to this position. Hard work pays off. See what you'll get for your effort: Financial Security Compensation $26-$36/hr. Based on Licenses and Experience
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 #HotJobs