Utility Operations Manager Jobs in Ralls, TX (NOW HIRING)

Company Summary

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.

Job Summary

The Superintendents for our Data Center projects in Abernathy, Texas are responsible for overseeing field operations across civil construction, underground electrical distribution, and substation projects. This position provides leadership to field personnel and ensures all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company, client, and regulatory standards. The Superintendent manages daily site operations, coordinates with project teams, and ensures projects are delivered on schedule and within budget.

• Oversee day-to-day field operations across civil construction, underground electrical distribution, and substation projects.
• Supervise and direct crews, foremen, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage daily and weekly work schedules to meet project timelines.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with OSHA, company, and client safety standards.
• Conduct safety meetings, job briefings, and site inspections.
• Coordinate construction activities including duct banks, trenching, excavation, conduit installation, vaults, and concrete foundations.
• Oversee installation of underground electrical systems and substation components, including foundations, grounding systems, and equipment setting.
• Monitor project progress, productivity, and quality to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Manage materials, equipment, and logistics to support field operations.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, clients, inspectors, and utility representatives.
• Perform quality control inspections and ensure all work meets design and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain daily reports, production tracking, and job documentation.
• Identify and resolve field issues, conflicts, and construction challenges.
• Assist with budgeting, cost control, and schedule adherence.
• Lead, mentor, and develop field personnel and promote a strong safety culture.
• Support commissioning activities and project closeout.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5 to 10+ years of experience in civil construction, underground utilities, or electrical infrastructure.
• Previous leadership experience as a Foreman, General Foreman, or Superintendent.
• Strong knowledge of civil construction practices including excavation, trenching, and concrete work.
• Working knowledge of underground electrical distribution systems.
• Understanding of substation construction, including foundations, grounding, and equipment installation.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and utility compliance requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.

• CDL Class A preferred.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• First Aid and CPR certification.
• Experience with duct bank installations and underground conduit systems.
• Experience supporting substation construction or commissioning activities.

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and scanners.  

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 primarily sedentary, with some filing or lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.  

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). 

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, veteran status, 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.  

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5 to 10+ years of experience in civil construction, underground utilities, or electrical infrastructure.
• Previous leadership experience as a Foreman, General Foreman, or Superintendent.
• Strong knowledge of civil construction practices including excavation, trenching, and concrete work.
• Working knowledge of underground electrical distribution systems.
• Understanding of substation construction, including foundations, grounding, and equipment installation.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and utility compliance requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.

• CDL Class A preferred.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• First Aid and CPR certification.
• Experience with duct bank installations and underground conduit systems.
• Experience supporting substation construction or commissioning activities.

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and scanners.  

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 primarily sedentary, with some filing or lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.  

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). 

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, veteran status, 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.