MGE Underground, Inc.

Civil Yard Technician

San Jose, CA - Full Time

ABOUT MGE
MGE Underground is a utility infrastructure contractor serving utility companies throughout California from our headquarters in Paso Robles and regional hubs across the state.
At MGE, our mission is to be the leading provider of innovative construction solutions for our clients, providing the best value in support of their growing utility and infrastructure requirements.

MGE CORE VALUES
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Our actions and success are driven by our core values.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE THIS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
The Yard Technician is responsible for the general upkeep of an over five-acre yard, assuring it is well stocked, cleaned, and organized. This position is essential to keep the day-to-day operation running safely and smoothly. The Yard Technician will be working closely with the Superintendents and crews to manage all aspects of the construction yard to include organization of equipment, material inventory/ordering, maintenance of grounds, and minor repair of vehicles as needed.

SOME OF WHAT WE ENTRUST YOU TO DO
  • Oversee material and equipment inventory and restocking.
  • Oversee yard layout and equipment lineup.
  • Responsible for the organization of the yard including general yard maintenance and yard clean up.
  • Clean and organize shop work area: sweep and clean work surfaces, clean vehicles, store parts, empty and discard garbage.
  • Loading and unloading material on/off of delivery trucks or company vehicles.
  • May operate power-driven equipment that may be needed to maintain the yard, such as leaf blowers, weed trimer, forklift, etc.
  • May perform minor repairs on equipment as directed.
  • Comply with company and federal safety rules, policies and procedures to include wearing required safety equipment, PPE, responding to safety concerns and taking appropriate action.
  • May be required to handle hazardous materials.
  • Assist with safety protocols for backing and lifting.
  • Sweep the yard with skid steer and water yard surfaces for dust control.
  • Schedule weekly pick up and replacement for roll off bins.
  • Schedule tankers for mud disposal.
  • Dig out mud ponds and mix with dry spoils.
  • Walk property fence perimeter, repairing damaged fencing as needed.
  • Check storm drains and repair protection as needed.
  • Inspect and sign off on fire extinguishers and first aid kits.
  • Order tools, repair parts, vehicle supplies from the Fleet department.
  • Grease yard equipment .
  • Keep trucks and trailers in organized rows to maintain efficiency when crew arrive and depart from the yard.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE
  • Knowledge of the safe and proper use of equipment and tools.
  • Able to maintain a clean, organized, clutter free yard, inventory skills a plus.
  • Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule with minimal direction.
  • Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and verbal instructions.
  • Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
  • Valid Class C Driver’s License with a clean driving record, Class A Driver’s License a plus.
  • Knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in heavy/highway construction work, a plus.

YOUR PRIOR EXPERIENCE
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Certification and ability to operate a forklift and front-end loader a plus
  • Mechanically inclined a plus.

COMPETITIVE PACKAGE
The pay range for the Civil Yard Tech in San Jose CA is $21.00  to $25.00 hourly.
This pay range is our competitive compensation at the time of this job posting. Your pay will be determined based on a number of factors, such as experience, education, skills, and applicable knowledge.

ABOVE & BEYOND BENEFITS
We believe that our employees deserve to be treated well, which is why we offer competitive pay and benefits. Some of the benefits we offer:
  • 401k
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
We value work-life balance and offer vacation accrual for non-exempt employees. All of our full-time employees receive nine paid company holidays.
We also offer:
  • Learning & Career Development Opportunities
  • Educational Conferences & Seminars
  • Employee Assistance Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EEO
MGE Underground is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristics.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Successful applicants must pass a drug screen and background check before beginning employment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Often required to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time; reach with hands and arms; bend or twist.
  • Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
  • Ability to perform repetitive motions.
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and excellent stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Employee is required to drive a motor vehicle and travel to various locations.
  • Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.
  • Must be able to work in all weather conditions.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

OTHER DUTIES
Your duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice, based on the needs of the company.

 
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