Welder (Travel)
Company
MasTec Inc
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
28–35 an hour
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Job Description
Overview
At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours.
As a Tower Foreman (Structural Mod Welder), 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
• **This is a 100% travel position and you will be required to climb up to 300ft***
• ****Structural Welding experience in Telecom Tower industry highly preferred*****
As a Tower Foreman (Structural Mod Welder), you are responsible for leading the daily site construction work efforts to ensure the crew meets production goals determined by leadership. You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you’re up for the challenge.
In addition, you will:
• Understand and implement MasTec Communications Group (MNS) Health Safety and Environmental Policies. (Safety Manual).
• Understand and implement Industry standards (OSHA, TIA10-48, NATE CTS, and ANSI)
• Ensure safety requirements at your sites and with your crew
• Oversee the daily operations and quality of work performed at assigned sites
• Maintain daily paperwork required for the site and the crew
• Implement and follow through with job instructions provided by leadership
• Compile all site-specific closeout documentation for your work effort.
• Upload closeout documentation to customer interfaces.
• Coordinate with customer representative for site-related activities and maintain a good working relationship with a customer representative.
• Provide leadership, and guidance and actively train/promote learning to all crew members
• Always maintain equipment and vehicles in an operational condition
• Validate daily timesheets for Management.
• Serve as a mentor to new less experienced technicians
• Other duties as assigned.
• Must have Welding experience (Industrial)
• Must have structural Mod experience
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 a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• You have a minimum of 5 years of industry experience
• You demonstrate expertise in construction skills, rigging, safety, and general industry knowledge.
• You have a working knowledge of safety standards and regulations.
• Owning a NWSA certification is a plus
• You possess job-related certifications-First Aid, Safety, Rescue, Wiltron, Anritsu, Fiber, PIM, CPR, and Connector attachment
• You have organizational, computer, and communication skills
• You must be able to read and interpret site plans, RFDS, construction drawings, and SOW
• You must have a valid driver’s license and driving record meeting the company policy conditions
• You have the ability to maintain FDOT log books training will be provided
• You have the ability to lead, teach and train proper work and safety procedures
• You recognize and provide a safe work site with acceptable quality and efficiency
• Must be able to provide, record and manage paperwork (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Must be fit and in good physical condition
• Must have the ability to climb towers, be able to pick up 50 lbs., and be capable of working up to 12 hours
Hard work pays off. See what you’ll get for your effort:
Compensation: $28-35 DOE
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!
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.
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 a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• You have a minimum of 5 years of industry experience
• You demonstrate expertise in construction skills, rigging, safety, and general industry knowledge.
• You have a working knowledge of safety standards and regulations.
• Owning a NWSA certification is a plus
• You possess job-related certifications-First Aid, Safety, Rescue, Wiltron, Anritsu, Fiber, PIM, CPR, and Connector attachment
• You have organizational, computer, and communication skills
• You must be able to read and interpret site plans, RFDS, construction drawings, and SOW
• You must have a valid driver’s license and driving record meeting the company policy conditions
• You have the ability to maintain FDOT log books training will be provided
• You have the ability to lead, teach and train proper work and safety procedures
• You recognize and provide a safe work site with acceptable quality and efficiency
• Must be able to provide, record and manage paperwork (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Must be fit and in good physical condition
• Must have the ability to climb towers, be able to pick up 50 lbs., and be capable of working up to 12 hours
Hard work pays off. See what you’ll get for your effort:
Compensation: $28-35 DOE
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!
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.
Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME
At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours.
As a Tower Foreman (Structural Mod Welder), 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
• **This is a 100% travel position and you will be required to climb up to 300ft***
• ****Structural Welding experience in Telecom Tower industry highly preferred*****
As a Tower Foreman (Structural Mod Welder), you are responsible for leading the daily site construction work efforts to ensure the crew meets production goals determined by leadership. You believe in doing the job right. Being the best. And you’re up for the challenge.
In addition, you will:
• Understand and implement MasTec Communications Group (MNS) Health Safety and Environmental Policies. (Safety Manual).
• Understand and implement Industry standards (OSHA, TIA10-48, NATE CTS, and ANSI)
• Ensure safety requirements at your sites and with your crew
• Oversee the daily operations and quality of work performed at assigned sites
• Maintain daily paperwork required for the site and the crew
• Implement and follow through with job instructions provided by leadership
• Compile all site-specific closeout documentation for your work effort.
• Upload closeout documentation to customer interfaces.
• Coordinate with customer representative for site-related activities and maintain a good working relationship with a customer representative.
• Provide leadership, and guidance and actively train/promote learning to all crew members
• Always maintain equipment and vehicles in an operational condition
• Validate daily timesheets for Management.
• Serve as a mentor to new less experienced technicians
• Other duties as assigned.
• Must have Welding experience (Industrial)
• Must have structural Mod experience
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 a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• You have a minimum of 5 years of industry experience
• You demonstrate expertise in construction skills, rigging, safety, and general industry knowledge.
• You have a working knowledge of safety standards and regulations.
• Owning a NWSA certification is a plus
• You possess job-related certifications-First Aid, Safety, Rescue, Wiltron, Anritsu, Fiber, PIM, CPR, and Connector attachment
• You have organizational, computer, and communication skills
• You must be able to read and interpret site plans, RFDS, construction drawings, and SOW
• You must have a valid driver’s license and driving record meeting the company policy conditions
• You have the ability to maintain FDOT log books training will be provided
• You have the ability to lead, teach and train proper work and safety procedures
• You recognize and provide a safe work site with acceptable quality and efficiency
• Must be able to provide, record and manage paperwork (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Must be fit and in good physical condition
• Must have the ability to climb towers, be able to pick up 50 lbs., and be capable of working up to 12 hours
Hard work pays off. See what you’ll get for your effort:
Compensation: $28-35 DOE
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!
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.
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 a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• You have a minimum of 5 years of industry experience
• You demonstrate expertise in construction skills, rigging, safety, and general industry knowledge.
• You have a working knowledge of safety standards and regulations.
• Owning a NWSA certification is a plus
• You possess job-related certifications-First Aid, Safety, Rescue, Wiltron, Anritsu, Fiber, PIM, CPR, and Connector attachment
• You have organizational, computer, and communication skills
• You must be able to read and interpret site plans, RFDS, construction drawings, and SOW
• You must have a valid driver’s license and driving record meeting the company policy conditions
• You have the ability to maintain FDOT log books training will be provided
• You have the ability to lead, teach and train proper work and safety procedures
• You recognize and provide a safe work site with acceptable quality and efficiency
• Must be able to provide, record and manage paperwork (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Must be fit and in good physical condition
• Must have the ability to climb towers, be able to pick up 50 lbs., and be capable of working up to 12 hours
Hard work pays off. See what you’ll get for your effort:
Compensation: $28-35 DOE
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!
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.
Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
