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Laborer/Utility Equipment Operator

MICA Corporation
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 2/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2025

Job Description

Job Summary : The Common Labor will perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor on highway construction project sites.

Reports to :

  • Jr. Foreman and / or Foreman.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

  • None.
  • Duties and Responsibilities :

  • MUST HAVE VALID TEXAS DRIVERS LICENSE.
  • MUST BE ABLE TO OPERATE EQUIPMENT BACKHOE, MINI EXCAVATOR, SKID-STEER.
  • 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.
  • Must have some electrical experience and pipe laying experience.
  • 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 : $21.00 per hour.

    Benefits :
  • 401(k).
  • Health insurance.
  • Vision insurance.
  • Dental 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.
  • Experience level :

  • Under 1 year.
  • Construction : 1 year (Required).
  • License / Certification :

  • Driver's License (Required).
  • Work Location : In person.

    About MICA Corporation :

    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 SigningIllumination Installation
  • Roadway Illumination
  • High Mast Illumination
  • Underpass Illumination
  • Aesthetic Illumination for Roadways & Bridges
  • Conduit Systems for Illumination Systems
  • Electrical Delivery for Illumination SystemsIntelligent 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
  • Salary : $21

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