Directional Drill Operator - Michels Utility Service, Inc.
Michels Corporation
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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.
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 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?
- 6 months to 1 year of directional drill operator experience
- A valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles you may be driving and an acceptable driving record
- Class A CDL License
- Willingness to work under a union collective bargaining agreement
About this role
Michels Utility Services is hiring a Directional Drill Operator for contract work in Centerville, Iowa, focused on installing and maintaining natural gas distribution networks. The role requires six months to a year of directional drilling experience, a valid driver's license with a clean record, and a Class A CDL. You'll be working under a union collective bargaining agreement as part of an established contractor with over 60 years in the industry.
This position suits someone comfortable with hands-on technical work who values safety and quality execution. Michels invests significantly in employee development—averaging $5,000 per person annually on training—and operates as a family-owned company within a larger network of infrastructure contractors. The work directly supports communities by building the systems that deliver natural gas to customers.
The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, retirement planning, and disability coverage. If you're looking for stable contract work with an employer that emphasizes both professional development and workplace safety, this role provides that foundation.
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