Field Safety Technician

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

MGE Underground is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented, and observant individual who has a passion for safety. This position has a strong understanding of the importance of safety and what it means to the construction industry.

• Inspect and collect data from job sites through Loss Prevention Observations (LPOs).
• Assist in accident/incident investigations and report to appropriate parties.
• Assist in the training of new hires and other associated classifications.
• Attend and participate in all internal/external safety related meetings, as needed.
• Report malfunctioning or damaged equipment to the appropriate parties.
• Respond to emergency situations when needed.
• Perform other job-related duties as needed.
• Promote harmony among crews and between other personnel or contractor crews, internal and external customers.
• Always maintain a positive attitude, especially in adverse situations and be a positive influence within and outside the company.
• Act as a leader that assumes total responsibility for their work.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Travel to job sites as needed.

• Valid Class C Driver License with clean driving record and no driving restrictions.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within construction or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications.
• Ability to travel, drive for long periods of time, and stay overnight as required (within California).
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Knowledge in California Government Code 4216 (USA North
  811), Title 8 (Cal/OSHA) or OSHA preferred.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in construction or related field required.

Pay: $36.00 - $41.00 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.

• 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, , emotional well-being resources, dependent care resources, and crisis consultation.

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. This role may require employees to be able to regularly sit or stand, movement to include, but not limited to, walking, bending, stooping, climbing stairs and ladders up to 12 feet, reaching above/below shoulder, crouching, carrying, pushing, and pulling a maximum of 40 pounds.

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.