Underground Construction Equipment Operator
Underground Construction Equipment Operator
Are you someone who comes alive when there’s a powerful piece of equipment at your fingertips and a project that needs precision? Freeborn Mower Electric Cooperative is looking for an Underground Construction Equipment Operator who’s ready to dig in—literally—to help build and maintain the systems that keep our communities powered. If you take pride in craftsmanship, enjoy mastering specialized machinery, and believe safety and teamwork are the bedrock of great work, you’ll fit right in at our member-focused cooperative. Join us as we keep power flowing underground and bring reliable energy to the people who count on us every day.
Job duties include completing construction, maintenance or repairing underground distribution lines while working primarily with motorized equipment such as a trencher, backhoe, ground rod driver, directional bore rig and others. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent. The successful candidate must possess a valid Minnesota Class A and medical card. See a full job description on our website at www.fmec.coop.
Job duties include completing construction, maintenance or repairing underground distribution lines while working primarily with motorized equipment such as a trencher, backhoe, ground rod driver, directional bore rig and others. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent. The successful candidate must possess a valid Minnesota Class A and medical card. See a full job description on our website at www.fmec.coop.
This position is an hourly, union position.
The starting pay range for the position is $35.17 - $39.08 per hour.
The starting pay range for the position is $35.17 - $39.08 per hour.
Benefits offerings include:
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 8 holidays each year
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, life insurance and long-term disability plans
- Retirement plan
- Health Savings Account and tax-free expense account for dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social and financial well-being
Interested parties should complete the application form found at www.fmec.coop and submit or mail, along with a current résumé to:
Freeborn Mower Electric Cooperative
Attn: Human Resources
PO Box 611, Albert Lea, MN 56007
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Freeborn Mower Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
