Utility Pole Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Overview
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 Pole Removal Lineman C assists the Foreman and experienced crew members in the safe and efficient removal of existing utility poles on de-energized overhead distribution systems. This position supports pole removal operations by operating equipment, handling materials, maintaining a safe work environment, and assisting with all phases of non-energized work.
Responsibilities

• Assist with the safe removal of existing non-energized utility poles.
• Inspect poles and work areas before removal to identify potential hazards.
• Assist with excavation, pole extraction, backfilling, and site restoration.
• Operate and assist in the operation of bucket trucks, digger derricks, winches, and other equipment used during pole removal.
• Load, unload, secure, and transport removed poles, hardware, tools, and equipment.
• Perform ground support duties during lifting and pole removal operations.
• Follow all OSHA, company, and customer safety requirements and participate in daily job briefings.
• Maintain trucks, equipment, and jobsite housekeeping.
• Assist in training new crew members by demonstrating safe work practices.
• Complete assigned work accurately and efficiently while maintaining quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Foreman.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of utility construction, heavy equipment, or overhead line experience.
• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Ability to safely operate or assist with bucket trucks, digger derricks, and other utility construction equipment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more and perform physically demanding work in outdoor environments.
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality artistry

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) or more years of utility construction or pole removal experience.
• OSHA 10 Certification.
• Experience working on overhead distribution projects involving utility pole replacement or removal.
• Experience operating heavy equipment used in non-energized utility construction

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).
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.