Job description

About the Job

Job Summary: The Utility 1 will perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor on highway construction projects site.

Reports to:

• Jr. Foreman and/ or Foreman

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties and Responsibilities:

• MUST HAVE VALID TEXAS DRIVERS LICENSE
• Operate hand and power tools of all types.
• Follow construction plans and instructions from supervisors.
• Load and unload construction equipment.
• Dig trenches, backfill holes, or compact earth to prepare for construction.
• Set up traffic control devices such as cones, signs, and barricades.
• Help to maintain a clean and safe job site.
• Perform other related and non-related duties as assigned.
• Regular and timely attendance.

Required skills and abilities.

• Must be local to Austin area or surrounding
• A minimum of 1 year relevant construction experience
• Experience operating basic construction equipment.
• Hold and maintain a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Record check with minimal infractions.
• Must be Willing and able to pass a physical examination.
• Willing and able to pass drug and alcohol screenings.
• Must be able to travel and work overtime, weekends and nights as needed.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of relevant construction experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Work includes heavy lifting (typically up to 50-100 lbs. with assistance)
• Exposure to noise, fumes, vibrations, and heights
• Exposure to prolonged periods of standing, kneeling, stooping, reaching, crawling, and climbing.
• Ability to remain flexible as specific assignments change.
• Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.

I have received, reviewed, and fully understand the job description for Utility 1 A/B. I further understand that I am responsible for the satisfactory execution of the essential functions described therein, under any and all conditions as described. I understand that this is to be used as a guide and that I will be responsible for performing other duties as assigned. I further understand that this job description does not constitute an employment contract with MICA Corporation. Since 1962, MICA has been a specialty highway contractor that provides and installs Lighting, Signing, and Intelligent Transportation System through the state of Texas.

Our scope of work includes, but is not limited to the following:

Signing Installation

• Overhead Signs and Structures
• Large Roadside Signs
• Small Roadside Signs
• Specialty Roadway Signing

Illumination Installation

• Roadway Illumination
• High Mast Illumination
• Underpass Illumination
• Aesthetic Illumination for Roadways & Bridges
• Conduit Systems for Illumination Systems
• Electrical Delivery for Illumination Systems

Intelligent Transportation Systems Installation (ITS) & Integration

• CCTV
• Dynamic Message Sign Systems
• Communications Networks
• Automated Barrier Gates
• Vehicles Arresting Barriers
• Vehicles Detector Systems
• Fiber Optic Cable Systems
• Conduit Systems for ITS
• Electrical Delivery for ITS
• Mounting Structures for ITS
• Toll Gantries
• Radio Communication Systems
• Systems Integration

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $17.00 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Experience level:

• Under 1 year

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Nights as needed
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Leander, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person