Directional Drill Operator - Michels Utility Service, Inc.

Michels Corporation

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Centerville, IA Eldora, IA Until 8/22/2026 0+ years exp First posted June 10, 2026 Last posted June 10, 2026
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.

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

Summary

Operate directional drills in utility construction projects, ensuring safety and quality standards

Job title

Directional Drill Operator

Experience level

6 months to 1 year

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

utilities

Location requirements

On-site in Iowa, with possible remote elements not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

driver licenseCDL licensedrilling experience

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

drillingconstructionutilities
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Centerville, IA 52544, USA

On-site City

Eldora, IA 50627, USA

On-site City

Ryan, IA 52330, USA

On-site City

Union, IA 50258, USA

On-site City

Winthrop, IA 50682, USA

On-site City
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