Michels Utility Service, Inc.
Natural Gas Utility
BackhoeOperator
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Backhoe Operator at Michels Utility Service, Inc.. Skills: Heavy equipment operation, Gas distribution piping. Maneuver heavy equipment. Navigate heavy equipment”
Industry & Context.
Ability to travel
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Prior gas distribution piping experience, Prior experience operating heavy equipment, Willingness to work under a union collective bargaining agreement, 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
What You'll Do.
Maneuver heavy equipment
Navigate heavy equipment
Operate heavy equipment
Move materials throughout the job site
Follow all safety regulations
Perform daily inspections of equipment
Perform preventative maintenance of equipment prior to starting
Full Job Description
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. 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 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 year 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 ben
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