UGE Operator: Underground Electric & Cable Crew

Wanzek Construction, Inc.; Hamlet (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Disability and Life insurance

401k plan

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Job summary

MasTec Utility Services is hiring a UGE Operator to install underground conduit, cables, transformers, and related switchgear. The role supports the Line team and requires operating a range of heavy equipment in outdoor field settings.

The position emphasizes safety, adherence to standard operating procedures, and teamwork with maintenance and labor staff. OSHA 10 and CDL Class A are preferred, with potential for career growth within a Fortune 500 company.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Operate jobsite equipment safely such as mobile cranes, bulldozers, excavators, trenchers, and other construction equipment.
• Perform service checks and minor repairs on machines, monitor oil and fluids.
• Inspect work area to ensure staking/locating before digging.
• Work with maintenance crew or assist as laborer when not operating equipment.
• Dig around live utilities both underground and overhead.
• Train or supervise lower graded operators and laborers as needed.
• Follow MasTec or customer safety standards and procedures.
• Load trucks safely and efficiently.
• Seek process improvements to reduce turnaround times and enhance customer service.

Skills

OSHA 10 Certification

CDL Class A

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year of relevant experience

Valid driver’s license

Job description

MasTec Utility Services is hiring a UGE Operator to install underground conduit, cables, transformers, and related switchgear. The role supports the Line team and requires operating a range of heavy equipment in outdoor field settings.

The position emphasizes safety, adherence to standard operating procedures, and teamwork with maintenance and labor staff. OSHA 10 and CDL Class A are preferred, with potential for career growth within a Fortune 500 company.