Heavy Equipment Operator - MN/WI Travel

SEFNCO Communications Inc; Hugo (MN); On-site; USD 68,769,792 - 85,962,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

ESPP

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Boot voucher

Job summary

MasTec Communications Group is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support utility construction across Minnesota and Wisconsin, operating heavy equipment and delivering safe, high-quality results.

Travel about 50% of the time and 50+ hours per week. Compensation ranges from $24 to $30 per hour, with benefits including a 401(k) match, ESPP, life insurance, disability coverage, and a boot voucher. MasTec is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating heavy equipment on utility or civil sites.
• Experience with dozers, Plowcat/Pullcat preferred.
• Ability to read construction plans and maps.
• Willingness to travel within MN and WI and work 50+ hours/week

Responsibilities

• Support crew productivity while maintaining safety around underground utilities.
• Operate light and heavy construction equipment including backhoes, trenchers, cable plows, and other machinery.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Troubleshoot field issues to keep work on schedule.
• Read utility locates and markers to ensure safe excavation

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety oriented

Teamwork

Reading construction plans

Travel readiness

Tools

Plowcat/Pullcat

Backhoe

Trencher

Cable plows

Job description

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, you will support all phases of utility construction for various telecom projects across Minnesota and Wisconsin. You take pride in doing the job right, working safely, and delivering high‑quality results.

• Support crew productivity while maintaining strict safety standards around underground utilities
• Operate light and heavy construction equipment including backhoes, trenchers, cable plows, hydraulic reel trailers, and other machinery
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance as required
• Troubleshoot and resolve field issues as they arise to keep work on schedule
• Read and interpret utility locates and above‑ground markers to ensure safe and efficient excavation
• Travel within MN and WI approximately 50% of the time on various project sites
• Work 50+ hours per week as needed to meet project demands
• Able to operate dozers, primarily a Plowcat/Pullcat, for utility installation and right‑of‑way construction work

Qualifications

• 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 to travel within MN and WI (~50% of the 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.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation $24‑30/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 & 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.