Transmission Operator

Company Summary

Energy Erectors tackles terrain, technology, and timelines to construct state-of-the-art transmission systems, substations, and switchyards. With integrated in-house construction, engineering, procurement, and commissioning capabilities, Energy Erectors has the extensive experience and resources to deliver world-class solutions to complex power transmission and distribution projects. Our mission is to safely deliver the highest quality work, exceed client expectations, and relentlessly maintain a reputation for integrity. 

Energy Erectors is a subsidiary of MasTec, a certified Minority-Controlled Company by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC).

Job Summary

The Transmission Operator is responsible for operating all necessary machines required to assist Transmission work for customers. This position supports the need of team and works with personnel within the department.

We are looking for Transmission Operators for our Austin, TX area and then transition to Florida for additional work.

• Operate jobsite equipment safely, such mobile cranes, bulldozers, angle dozers, front end loaders, backhoes, excavators, track hoe, trenchers, digger-derricks, or other construction equipment. 
• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized work.
• Perform service, safety checks, and minor repairs on machines, check oil and fluids. 
• Inspect work area to ensure it has been staked/located prior to digging. 
• Work with maintenance crew or assist as laborer when not operating equipment. 
• Dig around all live utilities, both underground and overhead. 
• Train, guide, or oversee work of lower graded operators and laborers when needed. 
• Comply with proper safety standards/procedures and work practices according to MasTec or the customer, whichever standard is higher. 
• Load trucks in a safe and accident-free manner. 
• Work to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively to provide quality seamless customer service with quality timeliness. 
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.  

• High school diploma, or equivalent.
• 2 years of experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work for extended periods in various locations, when required. 
• OSHA 10 Certification preferred
• CDL Class A driver’s license required.
• Current and valid crane certification preferred

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.

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).