UGE Laborer/Groundman

Company Overview

MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers. The company specializes in overhead and underground electric distribution, gas distribution construction, and turnkey solutions for water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by decades of experience, unrivaled industry skills, and a deep commitment to core values, MasTec Utility Services provides safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that add extraordinary value to clients. The organization fosters an inclusive, welcoming culture where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive, with abundant training, tools, and opportunities. MasTec Utility Services is a subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 company, and is certified as a minority‑controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC).

Job Summary

The UGE Laborer/Groundman is responsible for preparing and cleaning construction sites, loading and unloading building materials, operating equipment and machines, and assisting craft workers with their duties. This position supports the Construction team and collaborates with personnel throughout the department.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare the construction site for work, removing debris and possible hazards.
• Assist tradesmen in completing their skilled tasks more effectively.
• Identify utilities and monitor the dig crew to prevent utility hits.
• Clean up and maintain equipment.
• Restock trucks with supplies, ensuring crews have the proper tools and materials to complete the job.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Preferred: 1 year of experience.
• CDL Class A driver’s license.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This role operates in a field environment and routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting (up to 50 lb), standing, and twisting. Work is performed in inclement weather conditions, including extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind. The position demands clear vision at 20 feet or more (or 20 inches or less), precise hand‑eye coordination, and the ability to identify and distinguish colors.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Employee Stock Purchase plan