Backhoe Operator - Michels Utility Services, Inc.

　　Location Otsego, MN

　　Employment duration Full time

　　Added to system 1/12/24 7:20 AM

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　　Safely delivering natural gas to customers is challenging yet satisfying. It takes teamwork, dedication, and innovation – traits so engrained in Michels Utility Services, Inc. that they are key elements of our Core Values. As a leading natural gas utility contractor, Michels Utility Services, Inc. has a reputation for safety and quality while building and maintaining in-town distribution networks. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Utility Services, Inc. can change yours.

　　As a Gas Distribution Pipeline Backhoe Operator, your key responsibilities will be to maneuver, navigate and operate heavy equipment to move materials throughout the job site. This position is also responsible for setting up job sites, following all safety regulations, and performing daily inspections and preventative maintenance of equipment prior to starting.

　　Why Michels Utility Services, Inc.?

　　We’ve been building natural gas systems for more than 60 years, so we know how to do it right.

　　We respect our people, our people, our customers, and the communities in which we work

　　Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality

　　We are family owned and operated

　　We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each yea r

　　We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety, regardless of job title

　　We are a part of the Michels family of companies – one of North America’s largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors

　　We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.

　　Why you?

　　You want to do your best work with the best crews

　　You relish new challenges and evolving technology

　　You pride yourself in exceeding expectations

　　You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated

　　You believe that individual commitment to a group effort is key to success

　　You want your work to make a difference in people’s lives

　　What it takes?

　　Prior gas distribution piping experience

　　Prior experience operating heavy equipment

　　Willingness to work under a union collective bargaining agreement

　　A valid driver’s license for the type(s) of vehicles you may be driving and an acceptable driving record

　　Ability to travel

　　AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability