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Backhoe Operator - Michels Utility Service, Inc.

Job in Otsego, Wright County, Minnesota, USA
Listing for: Michels Corporation
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-15
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    General Labor, Maintenance Worker, Heavy Equipment Operator, Field/Service Technician
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 36.68 - 38.68 USD Hourly USD 36.68 38.68 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

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, we have a reputation for safety and quality while building and maintaining in‑town distribution networks. Our work improves lives.

Responsibilities
  • Maneuver, navigate and operate heavy equipment to move materials throughout the job site.
  • Set up job sites, follow all safety regulations, perform daily inspections and preventative maintenance of equipment prior to starting.
Salary & Benefits

Wage: $36.68/hr – $38.68/hr

Eligibility for overtime, double time (if applicable), health and welfare contributions, pension and annuity contributions, apprenticeship and training contributions.

  • CDL pay incentive

Benefits program includes 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. May vary by position and location.

Why Michels Utility Services, Inc.?
  • We’ve been building natural gas systems for more than 60 years.
  • We respect our people, customers, and the communities in which we work.
  • Our steady, strategic growth relies on quality.
  • Family owned and operated.
  • We invest an average of $5,000 per employee in training each year.
  • Everyone is responsible for promoting safety, regardless of job title.
  • We are part of the Michels family of companies – one of North America’s largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors.
Why You?
  • Want to do your best work with the best crews.
  • Relish new challenges and evolving technology.
  • Pride in exceeding expectations.
  • Want your efforts noticed and appreciated.
  • Belief that individual commitment to a group effort is key to success.
  • Want your work to make a difference in people’s lives.
Requirements
  • 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.
  • Class A CDL license.
  • Ability to travel.
Pay Range

$36.68—$38.68 USD

Equal Opportunity Employment

AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability

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