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Civil Operator Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Rodman / Instrument Survey Operator

Tampa, FL

$22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

MasTec Civil, a MasTec Company, is seeking a Rodman/Instrument Survey Operator to join our premier team and work directly with advanced surveying technology. Bring your field experience to a Fortune ...

Crane Operator

Sarasota, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Crane Operator - Sarasota / Fort Myers, FL Crane Operator position available for projects ... Prior heavy civil/construction experience required * Knowledge of crane operations, rigging, load ...

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Heavy Equipment Operators

Naples, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Watson Civil Construction, Inc. is a heavy/highway contractor working throughout Florida ... The primary responsibility of the Heavy Equipment Operator is the safe and efficient operation of ...

Crane Operator

Sarasota, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Crane Operator - Sarasota / Fort Myers, FL Crane Operator position available for projects ... Prior heavy civil/construction experience required * Knowledge of crane operations, rigging, load ...

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Crane Operator

Miami, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Crane Operator MasTec Civil, a MasTec Company, is seeking experienced Crane Operators to join our team in Miami, FL. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in heavy equipment operation ...

Crane Operator

Sarasota, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Crane Operator - Sarasota / Fort Myers, FL Crane Operator position available for projects ... Prior heavy civil/construction experience required * Knowledge of crane operations, rigging, load ...

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Tetra Tech is seeking to add Civil Engineer III to its Civil Engineering team. This opportunity is ... Requires use of hands for typing, handling materials, and operating office equipment; vision ...

Tetra Tech is seeking to add Civil Engineer III to its Civil Engineering team. This opportunity is ... Requires use of hands for typing, handling materials, and operating office equipment; vision ...

Tetra Tech is seeking to add Civil Engineer III to its Civil Engineering team. This opportunity is ... Requires use of hands for typing, handling materials, and operating office equipment; vision ...

Tetra Tech is seeking to add Civil Engineer III to its Civil Engineering team. This opportunity is ... Requires use of hands for typing, handling materials, and operating office equipment; vision ...

Ports and Marine Civil Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, terminal operators, contractors and private entities. Our strength is ... Perform civil design for both overwater structures and upland components under supervision of ...

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$53.3K

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How much do civil operator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for civil operator in Florida is $53,326.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,100.00 and $54,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the main responsibilities of a civil operator on a typical construction site?

Civil Operators are primarily responsible for operating and maintaining heavy machinery used in tasks such as earthmoving, site preparation, grading, and digging trenches. They often work closely with site supervisors, engineers, and other crew members to ensure tasks are completed according to plans while adhering to strict safety guidelines. On a daily basis, Civil Operators might inspect equipment for safety, follow technical drawings or markings, and make minor adjustments or repairs as needed. The role can involve changing work locations, working outdoors in varying weather conditions, and collaborating as part of a larger team dedicated to infrastructure or civil engineering projects.

What is a civil operator?

A Civil Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery and equipment used in construction, earthworks, and infrastructure projects. Their duties may include excavating, grading, trenching, and transporting materials to support roadworks, building foundations, and utility installations. They must follow safety regulations, interpret site plans, and perform routine maintenance on machinery. Civil Operators often work in teams under site supervisors or project managers to ensure efficient and safe operations on job sites.

Which civil operator job pays the most?

The highest-paying civil operator roles are often in specialized areas such as heavy equipment or crane operation, especially for those with advanced certifications and extensive experience. These positions typically offer higher wages due to the technical skills and safety responsibilities involved.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the civil operator position, and why are they important?

A Civil Operator should have a solid understanding of civil construction practices, machinery operation, site safety rules, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with heavy equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, and grading tools, as well as certifications like OSHA safety training or equipment-specific licenses, is usually required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and teamwork skills are highly valued for this role. These competencies are crucial to ensure safe, efficient, and quality project execution in dynamic civil construction environments.

What are popular job titles related to Civil Operator jobs in Florida?

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Infographic showing various Civil Operator job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 51% Full Time, 47% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,326 per year, or $25.6 per hour.

Rodman / Instrument Survey Operator

MasTec Civil

Tampa, FL

$22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago


Job description

Overview

Ready to lay the foundation for Tampa's next big infrastructure projects? MasTec Civil, a MasTec Company, is seeking a Rodman/Instrument Survey Operator to join our premier team and work directly with advanced surveying technology. Bring your field experience to a Fortune 500 industry leader that offers competitive pay, great benefits, and clear paths to grow your career!

We are looking for a Survey Technician that will assist the Party Chief in creating surveys for construction, topographic, right-of-way and control survey tasks.

Company Overview

Founded in 1987, MasTec Civil (formerly known as Condotte America), a MasTec Company, is a heavy highway contractor specializing in the construction of complex transportation projects that include roadway, bridges, interchanges, mass transit, and tolling facilities. In short, we build the roads and bridges connecting our families, communities, and nation. In doing so, client satisfaction is of primary importance to us, and our record reflects our emphasis on understanding our client needs in order to exceed their expectations. 

MasTec Civil is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor). 

Responsibilities
  • Holds level or stadia rod at designated points to assist in determining elevations and laying out stakes for
  • mapmaking, construction, land, and other surveys. Place stakes at designated points and drives them into ground at specified elevation.
  • Cuts and clears brush and trees or other possible obstructions from line of survey.
  • Measures distance between survey points with steel or cloth tape or surveyor's chain.
  • Marks measuring points with markers, paint sticks, tacks, scratches or stakes.
  • Load/unload equipment and prepare for daily jobs.
  • Help calculate heights, depths, relative positions, property lines, and other characteristics of terrain or current installations.
  • Determine longitudes and latitudes of important features and boundaries in survey areas using theodolites, transits, levels, and satellitebased global positioning systems (GPS).
  • Record the results of surveys including the shape, contour, location, elevation, and dimensions of land or land features.
  • Adjust surveying instruments to maintain their accuracy.
  • Assume other special activities and responsibilities from time to time as assigned
  • Exercises own initiative in seeking additional work, or helping others complete their job assignments upon completion of regular work assignment
  • Continually work to sharpen skills and improve on the understanding of surveying
  • Punctual in work assignments
  • Conduct self in a professional manner in the presence of clients and co-workers
  • Meet project schedules and budgets
Qualifications

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

  • At least 1 years of experience working in the construction field with layout or survey responsibilities or equivalent in similar craft.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Take reasonable care of your own and others' health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward Wanzek's Zero Injury principles
  • Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints and procedure manuals
  • Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
  • Must have a developing knowledge of layout and survey work
  • Ability to understand and follow directions.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

  • Compensation starting at $22/hr., commensurate with experience.
  • Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
  • 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
  • Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle

  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
  • Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
  • Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

  • Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
  • Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
  • Emergency Travel Assistance Program
  • Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

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.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.

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