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Mge Underground Inc

Civil Yard Technician

Mge Underground Inc, Watsonville, California, United States, 95076

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About MGE MGE Underground is a growing utility infrastructure contractor serving utility companies from our Paso Robles headquarters and regional hubs throughout California. Our mission is to support our clients’ expanding utility and infrastructure requirements by positioning MGE as the leading provider of innovative construction solutions at the best value. Core Values Safety | Continuous Development | Respect | Integrity | Performance | Trust | Fun

How You Can Make an Impact The Yard Technician is responsible for the general organization of the yard to ensure the safe and smooth operation of the yard operations and related off‑site locations. This person will be working closely with the Project Superintendents to manage all aspects of the construction yard, including occupational and environmental health and safety, yard team management, material inventory, maintenance and possible minor repair of vehicles as needed.

How You Will Contribute

Oversee material and equipment inventory and restocking. Oversee yard layout and equipment line up

Responsible for the organization of the yard including general yard maintenance and yard clean up

Loading and unloading material on/off of delivery trucks or company vehicles

Clean and organize shop work area: sweep and clean work surfaces, clean vehicles, store parts, empty and discard garbage

May operate power‑driven equipment that may be needed to maintain the yard; such as leaf blowers, weed trimmer, 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

Perform other job‑related duties as requested by your supervisor

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 no driving restrictions, 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.

Our Competitive Package Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour This pay range is our competitive compensation at the time of this job posting. Your pay will be determined based on experience, education, skills, and applicable knowledge.

Above and Beyond Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

401K

Vacation accrual for all non‑exempt employees in addition to ten paid company holidays.

Multiple monitors, standing desks, and other ergonomic equipment to match your work style.

Monthly birthday celebrations, team lunches, company‑wide employee recognition events, and other employee engagement opportunities.

Employer-sponsored learning/career development opportunities and conferences/seminars.

Employee Assistance Program: no‑cost counseling, legal consultation, financial consultation, ID recovery, emotional well‑being resources, dependent care resources, and crisis consultation.

Additional Information Job Type:

Full-Time On-Site

Affirmative Action/EEO MGE Underground is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristics. Pre‑Employment and Physical Requirements Successful applicants must pass a drug screen and background check before beginning employment.

Employee is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear. The employee is often required to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds individually, push, pull or carry objects, use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue and to effectively jump, sprint or throw an object.

Must be able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to visually inspect machines.

Employee may be required to drive a motor vehicle and travel to various locations.

*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 company’s needs.

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