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Directional Drill Operator (travel)

MasTec Communications Group
Barstow, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/18/2026
Overview

At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours.

As a Directional Drill Operator, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding technology for a better community. Join the MasTec family and help us provide the highest level of quality service to our customers and communities while maintaining our commitment to safety!

Responsibilities

As a Directional Drill Operator, you will support directional drilling for installation of underground conduit and fiber optic cable. You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you’re up for the challenge.

Travel position for a project located outside of Barstow, CA

  • Compensation ranges from $26.26-37.08/hr, or prevailing wage in certain locations if working on the project
  • The schedule is typically 6 days per week, 10-12 hours per day
  • Per diem includes hotel $50 for food. Crews may travel one week at a time, occasionally extended stays up to two weeks before returning home for a break.
  • Overtime pay will be provided in accordance with California labor laws, at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for hours worked over 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a workweek.
  • Rest and Meal Breaks: You will be compensated for paid rest periods and granted unpaid meal breaks in accordance with California labor laws.
  • "At-will employment": Your employment with MasTec is “at-will,” meaning either you or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.

In addition, you will:

  • Locate for Horizontal Directional Driller for installation of underground conduit and fiber optic cable.
  • Operate a horizontal directional bore in collaboration with the Drill Locator to successfully install coax and fiber systems
  • Ensure the safety of the public and other underground utility facilities
  • Read utility locates and coordinates day lighting of these facilities
  • Transport heavy equipment to and from the job site each day

Qualifications

About You:

  • Safety is a part of your day to day
  • You have a track record of completing work with a high level of quality
  • You have a knack for figuring out hard problems and enjoy a hands-on approach to your work
  • You are looking for long-term projects
  • You enjoy getting your hands dirty with your team
  • You have at least 2 years of utility directional drilling experience in an urban environment
  • You have experience with different size Vermeer or Ditchwitch drills
  • You have the ability to read and understand maps, drawings and diagrams for project build process
  • You have a valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record
  • You want to make an impact with your local community and enjoy being home daily

MOS Codes 12K, 12N,12V, 12W, 21E, 21J, 25P, 91C, 91L, 11B, 1100, 1120, 1316, 9970-9975, 0612, 2T3XX, 2E1XX, 3E2XX, 3E3XX, 9T0XX, BU, UT relate well to this position.

Hard work pays off. See what you’ll get for your effort:

Financial Security

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term disability
  • Red Wing Boot Voucher

Health and Wellness

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work/Life Balance

  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Family and medical leave
  • Bereavement leave

Employee Referral Program

Refer someone who delivers excellence just like you and receive a $1,000 incentive for a referral that becomes a permanent hire!

We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let’s talk. Build your career with MasTec!

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MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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