Equip Operator-GPS Finish

Wanzek Construction, Inc.; Marquez (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Telehealth & Pharmacy plans

Gym membership network discount

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

MasTec Renewables is seeking an experienced equipment operator to perform land clearing and grading tasks on renewable energy projects in Texas. You will operate GPS-equipped dozers and other heavy equipment, read site plans, and collaborate with crew members to meet design grades and safety standards.

The role requires prior GPS-based operation on construction sites, strong communication, and willingness to travel to job sites as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• GPS proficiency required for on-site operations.
• Two+ years experience operating equipment using GPS technology on a construction site.

Responsibilities

• Operate GPS-equipped dozers for mass grading, fine grading, and site development.
• Read and interpret site plans, grade stakes, and GPS models.
• Perform cut/fill operations to meet design grades and site plans.
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities, responding to signals from crew members.
• Perform routine maintenance and complete maintenance reports daily.

Skills

GPS proficiency

Experience operating GPS equipment

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS systems

Job description

Overview

Responsible for operating various types of heavy equipment with GPS knowledge and Finish skills, including but not limited to motor grader, dozer, scraper, tractor – pan, and skid steer to perform construction task such as land clearing, common/mass excavation, pond/reservoir excavation, rough grade/finish grade roadway, underground utility work for various types of Renewable Energy Projects.

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Company Overview

MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, combines over 20 years of experience in renewable energy construction. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).

We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business, including our suppliers, community partners, and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments, we foster innovation and encourage everyone—from interns to executives—to share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry.

The MasTec Renewables market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment.MasTec's Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.

Responsibilities

• Promote and comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures
• Operate GPS-equipped dozers for mass grading, fine grading, and site development
• Perform cut/fill operations to meet design grades and site plans
• Read and interpret site plans, grade stakes, and GPS models
• May build level and/or extreme terrain and excavate land surfaces, using various pieces of construction equipment listed above
• Drive and maneuver equipment equipped with blades in successive passes over working areas to remove top soil, vegetation, and rocks and to distribute and level earth or terrain
• Gather and load dirt, stone, equipment, materials and waste product from jobsite onto trucks using different pieces of equipment
• Ability to excavate trenches with proper slopes per OSHA
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members
• Must have the ability to communicate clearly, listen and understand information through spoken words and sentences to ensure full comprehension of job duties, safety regulations, and other situations that may require an immediate response
• Perform maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing and oiling machines; fill out maintenance reports daily
• May be required to travel to different jobsites on limited notice
• Position may involve performing other duties as required which may not be mentioned and may change from time to time as assigned by Superintendent or Foreman

Qualifications

Work Experience and Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• GPS proficiency
• Two+ years experience operating equipment using GPS technology on a construction site

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the company’s Zero Injury principles
• This position requires working in the internal and external environment, flexible work schedule, nights and / or weekends will be required
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, read engineering drawings and procedure manuals
• Knowledge and operation of various GPS systems
• Common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
• Workers should be able to work within precise standards of accuracy; follow set procedures and standards, judge distances and slopes accurately; and make decisions based on verifiable standards
• Working knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in structural fills, DOT, and other public and private entities
• Ability to read and understand stake grades and plans

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places, and extreme heat
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation $30-$34 / hour,commensurate with experience
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - 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 [e-mail]. 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.