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Michels Underground Cable, Inc. combines experience and equipment to install underground cables for power transmission, power distribution, renewable energy and communication networks. Depending on system needs, our crews directly bury or install protective casing including duct banks for solid and stranded conductors and copper, fiber optic and coaxial cable. Our crews work throughout the United States to deliver solutions for current and future needs. 

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Copper Valley FTTH

West

Michels Underground Cable, Inc. played a key role in expanding high-speed internet access to the Copper River Valley in Alaska by building 23 miles of transport fiber from Glennallen to Nelchina. The project also include ...

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System Modernization Reliability Project (SMRP) Midwest
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The work we do today makes for a better tomorrow by providing safe, reliable options for energy and infrastructure delivery. At the same time, we are devoted to building a strong future for our team and our customers by continually investing in training, equipment and technology.

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Energy

Michels designs and builds reliable, tested, meticulously maintained infrastructure solutions to ensure safe, swift delivery of renewable and traditional energy throughout the world.

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Energy Transition & Renewables

Our technical abilities support global energy transition and developing solutions in decarbonization, including solar, wind, hydrogen, carbon capture, battery energy storage and renewable natural gas (RNG) markets.
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Marine

We deliver collaborative, value-engineered solutions for complex marine environments by combining experienced, safety-forward crews and specialized equipment.
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Mission Critical

A mission-critical facility’s ability to stay online at all times during even the most challenging circumstances depends on the safe, time-sensitive construction of essential infrastructure. Michels’ ability to self-perform all major scopes of work allows complex projects to be managed and delivered by one contractor.

Accomplishments

Michels ranks 38th on ENR Top 400 List

Michels has been named a Top 100 Firm on the Engineering News-Record Top 400 Contractors List for the 20th year. Our rank of 38th largest contractor maintains our position in the top 10 percent.  As a specialty contractor focused on supporting energy and infrastructure industries worldwide, we are proud to advance our position ...

Careers at Michels

Michels values diverse ideas, shared values and a collaborative culture. Like our projects, our employment opportunities are focused on building the way to a better life.

Craft & Trade Careers

Being the best requires the best. Grow your craft and develop your skills with us. Our craft and trade positions make everyone's lives better.

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Professional & Technical Careers

You can work in construction without operating heavy equipment. We have opportunities in engineering, safety, environmental, human resources, IT, risk management, finance, marketing and other professional positions.

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Internships

We offer internships and co-op programs to students who want to apply education and skills before graduation. Gain invaluable experience while being mentored by the industry's finest for future advancement.

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