Poly Pipe Fitter/ Polyfuser

Construct your career with Mears and build America's future

Are you looking for your next big opportunity? At Mears Group, we offer more than just a job but rather a career where you can grow, innovate, and make a real impact.

Mears Group, Inc., a Quanta Services company, is a leader in the construction and infrastructure industry. With more than 50 years of experience, we are committed to safety, quality, and integrity. We bring together people and resources to build the framework that powers our nation.

Pipefitter / Fuser

We are looking to fill a Pipefitter position on our field crew in Kansas City, MO. The fitter plays a vital role in constructing, installing, and maintaining piping systems for natural gas utilities. Come apply your expertise with fusion equipment and pipefitting procedures and gain valuable industry experience. You'll have the opportunity to work outdoors, collaborating with a team to safely complete underground utility construction projects.

Why join Mears?

- Build America: Mears is a leading provider of engineering and construction solutions in oil and gas, electric transmission and distribution, telecom, and wastewater industries across North America.

- Professional growth: Mears offers comprehensive training programs and career advancement pathways.

- Competitive compensation: Enjoy competitive wages and excellent benefits.

- Community impact: We give back to the communities we serve.

Safety that brings you home:

At Mears, safety is our utmost priority. We are at the forefront of enhancing safety outcomes for both our employees and clients. We empower our workers to take ownership of their own safety. The Capacity Model is designed to minimize the risk of accidents and injuries.

Benefits & Compensation:

Despite our size, Mears remains a family company. Our suite of benefits reflects our commitment to our employees.

- Paid on-the-job technical and professional growth opportunities

- Established career path for future advancement

- 401k and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans

- Health, prescription, dental, vision plans

- Life & Disability Insurance plans

- Financial wellness program

- Employee assistance program

- Employee discount programs

Essential Duties:

- Construct, install, and maintain piping systems for natural gas utilities

- Join piping by means of fusion, electrofusion or mechanical coupled joints

- Thread pipe by using a threading machine or hand threader

- Inspect and test piping system for leaks

- Provide labor and equipment operation as needed to support specialty crew

- Perform general maintenance of construction equipment and vehicles

- Load and unload equipment and materials

- Operate a variety of hand and power tools

- Maintain the equipment used in day-to-day operations.

- Preparation of construction site; digging trenches and setting support braces in trenches

- Maintain all necessary paperwork and documentation

- Must ensure the proper use of personal safety equipment

- Keep worksite clean, organized, and free from unnecessary hazards

- Take on construction tasks in various weather conditions, ensuring every project is completed safely and efficiently

- Perform miscellaneous duties assigned

Key Qualifications

- DOT OQ Gas Pipeline-qualified preferred

- High school diploma or equivalent

- 2+ years of job-related experience or military equivalent

- Valid driver's license

- DOT Medical Card (if driving a company vehicle)

- Physical Requirements:

- - This role can be physically demanding and requires work in various weather conditions.

- Ability to stand or walk for long periods

- Repeated lifting (up to 50 lbs.)

- Kneeling, crawling, climbing, and reaching

- Ability to work in loud environments

- Ability to work in extreme cold and warm outdoor temperatures

- Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

This role is accepting applications until 12/30/2025

This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.