Underground Power and Communications Equipment Operator - Michels Underground Cable, Inc
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LocationBoone, Marshalltown, Spirt Lake, IA ; Spirit Lake, IA
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience1 yrs
DepartmentMichels Underground Cable, Inc.
Company size10,000+ people
PostedApr 24, 2025 · 1y ago
Verified live22h ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on Apr 24, 202550% of this company's open roles have been listed for 90+ daysDescription is very short or shared across several roles
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6 months to 1 year of operator experience with mini-excavators, backhoes, front-end loaders, or dozers
Willingness to work under a union collective bargaining agreement
A valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles you may be driving and an acceptable driving record
A Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement or the ability to obtain
Travel Required
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental
Life insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Short term disability insurance
Long term disability insurance
401(k)
Legal plan
Identity theft plan
About the company
Installing underground cables for power transmission, power distribution, renewable energy and communication networks is a necessary step in hardening the electrical grid, delivering reliable communication networks, and integrating renewable energy into our existing systems. Michels Underground Cable, Inc. is one of the most trusted underground line and duct bank contractors in the United States. We do it all – from directly burying or installing protective casing for solid and stranded conductors and copper, fiber optic and coaxial cable. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Underground Cable, Inc. can change yours.
Responsibilities
An Equipment Operator performs any combination of the following duties on telecommunications deenergized buried power construction projects; maneuvering, navigating, and operating equipment. Operators use heavy equipment such as mini-excavators, backhoes, front-end loaders, and dozers to move materials and equipment throughout the job site.
Why Michels Underground Cable, Inc.?
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Customers trust us to build cables that will be out of sight, but in high demand
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Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
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We are family owned and operated
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We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
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We perform challenging, meaningful work that improves the world
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We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety, regardless of job title
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We are a part of the Michels family of companies – one of North America’s largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors
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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.
Nice to have
Why you?
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You like to surround yourself with dedicated, value-driven people
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You relish new challenges and evolving technology
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You cringe when you hear: “Because that’s the way we’ve always done it.”
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You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
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You want to make your own decisions, but know support is always available
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You want to work to make a difference in people’s lives
Requirements
What it takes?
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6 months to 1 year of operator experience with mini-excavators, backhoes, front-end loaders, or dozers.
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Willingness to work under a union collective bargaining agreement
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A valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles you may be driving and an acceptable driving record
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A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement or the ability to obtain
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Travel Required
Legal
AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability
https://www.michels.us/website-user-privacy-policy/
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