MasTec Power Delivery
Overview
MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution, gas distribution construction, and turnkey solutions for various water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by decades of experience, unrivaled industry skills, and a deep commitment to core values, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide extraordinary value to clients.
MasTec Utility Services is a purpose‑driven company whose core values guide strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive, finding meaning in ensuring communities have vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. The culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to pursue curiosity and ambition. Everyone has an equal chance to advance, and we support, respect, and challenge each other to give our best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us.
MAS is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company, and part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. MUS is certified as a minority‑controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our diversity of people and ideas fosters a stronger, more innovative organization.
Job Summary The Gas Directional Drill Operator/Locator is responsible for safely operating the directional drill or locating utilities for a gas drill crew to install and service mainline conduit via HDD, then locating the drill head to understand elevation changes and make decisions on drilling depths to avoid hitting underground utilities. This position supports the Line team and works with personnel within the department.
Responsibilities
Operate the drill rig efficiently.
Prepare job and drill so that the shot can be performed safely.
Pothole all utilities that will either be paralleled or crossed during the bore shot.
Verify existing utilities.
Fill water tanks with water and combine with chemicals for boring according to the ground being drilled.
Locate the drill head from point A to point B without hitting any utilities at the correct depth.
Hook up swivel, reamer, and pipe product that will be pulled back to complete the bore shot.
Walk out bore shot before it starts to ensure all utilities have been located and develop a plan for going above or below each utility or obstacle.
Pull back the product with the correct hole opener and use the correct mud mixture to ensure the product travels from point B to point A.
Inspect and maintain equipment.
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees.
Maintain and inspect rig regularly.
Implement best practices for utility verification.
Read blueprints and assist in preparing drill log records.
Qualifications Minimum
High school diploma, or equivalent.
1 year of relevant experience.
Valid CDL Class A driver’s license with tanker endorsement.
OSHA 10 certification.
Preferred
5 or more years of experience.
Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills.
Experience locating with Subsite and/or Digitrack Locating Equipment.
Physical Demands and Work Environment This job operates in a field environment. The role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, and standing, as well as working in inclement weather conditions such as extreme heat, cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.
Employees must be able to bend, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds, have clear vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, judge distance and space relationships, demonstrate precise hand-eye coordination, and be able to identify and distinguish colors.
Benefits Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company (MTZ, NYSE).
Equal Employment Opportunity The company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Industry Construction
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MasTec Utility Services is a purpose‑driven company whose core values guide strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive, finding meaning in ensuring communities have vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. The culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to pursue curiosity and ambition. Everyone has an equal chance to advance, and we support, respect, and challenge each other to give our best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us.
MAS is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company, and part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. MUS is certified as a minority‑controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our diversity of people and ideas fosters a stronger, more innovative organization.
Job Summary The Gas Directional Drill Operator/Locator is responsible for safely operating the directional drill or locating utilities for a gas drill crew to install and service mainline conduit via HDD, then locating the drill head to understand elevation changes and make decisions on drilling depths to avoid hitting underground utilities. This position supports the Line team and works with personnel within the department.
Responsibilities
Operate the drill rig efficiently.
Prepare job and drill so that the shot can be performed safely.
Pothole all utilities that will either be paralleled or crossed during the bore shot.
Verify existing utilities.
Fill water tanks with water and combine with chemicals for boring according to the ground being drilled.
Locate the drill head from point A to point B without hitting any utilities at the correct depth.
Hook up swivel, reamer, and pipe product that will be pulled back to complete the bore shot.
Walk out bore shot before it starts to ensure all utilities have been located and develop a plan for going above or below each utility or obstacle.
Pull back the product with the correct hole opener and use the correct mud mixture to ensure the product travels from point B to point A.
Inspect and maintain equipment.
Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees.
Maintain and inspect rig regularly.
Implement best practices for utility verification.
Read blueprints and assist in preparing drill log records.
Qualifications Minimum
High school diploma, or equivalent.
1 year of relevant experience.
Valid CDL Class A driver’s license with tanker endorsement.
OSHA 10 certification.
Preferred
5 or more years of experience.
Experience operating Vermeer and/or Ditchwitch Directional Drills.
Experience locating with Subsite and/or Digitrack Locating Equipment.
Physical Demands and Work Environment This job operates in a field environment. The role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, and standing, as well as working in inclement weather conditions such as extreme heat, cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.
Employees must be able to bend, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds, have clear vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, judge distance and space relationships, demonstrate precise hand-eye coordination, and be able to identify and distinguish colors.
Benefits Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company (MTZ, NYSE).
Equal Employment Opportunity The company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Industry Construction
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