Gas Laborer - MasTec Utility Services

MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of 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. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.

MasTec Utility Services is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. MUS is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.

The Gas Laborer/Groundman is responsible for preparing and cleaning construction sites by removing debris and possible hazards. Duties may include itemizing and loading required building materials for daily projects, operating equipment, and supporting craft workers with their duties. This position supports the gas utility team and works with personnel within various departments.

Job Summary/Responsibilities

• Restock trucks with supplies ensuring crews have the proper tools and supplies to complete the job.
• Distribute materials at the job site in a safe and efficient manner.
• Clean and prepare the construction site for work by removing debris and possible hazards. 
• Assist the tradesmen in completing their skilled tasks safely and efficiently.  Identify utilities and potential hazards; protect dig crews from utility hits and assist in Manually digging.  
• Operate construction and jobsite equipment safely; equipment includes rubber-tired backhoe, skid steer loader, directional drill, trencher, and mini excavators.
• Clean up and maintain equipment. 
• Perform job site restoration once essential tasks are complete.
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• A High School Diploma, or equivalent
• 1 year of experience in utilities or construction.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more and 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships.
• Precise hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Ability to operate equipment.
• Must possess situational awareness of surroundings.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 or more years of experience.
• Experience in gas line construction and/or gas utility industries.
• OSHA Safety training. 
• A CDL Class A license.

Physical Demands and Work Environment  

This job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand-eye coordination. Ability to identify and distinguish colors. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.  

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, 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.