Midwest Contractors Inc.

09/24/2026

BELOW THE SURFACE | Equipment Spotlight: Hydrovac

It might look like a giant vacuum on wheels, but a hydrovac is an important part of underground construction.

A hydrovac uses pressurized water to break up the ground, then powerful suction removes the loosened soil. This allows our crews to safely expose existing utilities before we start drilling or digging around them.

You’ll often hear this called potholing or daylighting. It gives us a clear look at exactly where an existing utility is located and how deep it is—helping us work safely around what’s already underground. It plays a pretty important role in getting the job done safely.

Just another piece of what happens Below the Surface.

08/18/2026

We're Hiring 🚧

Midwest Contractors is looking to add a couple good people to our crew

Right now we have openings for:
- Backhoe Operator
- Construction Technician

If you like working outside, don't mind getting your hands dirty, and show up ready to work, you'd fit in well with us.

Experience is great, but the biggest thing we're looking for is someone dependable who is willing to learn and be part of the team 👍

If interested, you can apply here:
https://midwestcontractorsks.com/careers/

Feel free to message us with any questions 📩

And if you know someone who might be a good fit, send them our way!

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08/17/2026

🚧🚧 BELOW THE SURFACE | Directional Drilling

You may see our crews and equipment working above ground, but a lot of the work is actually happening below the surface.

Directional drilling allows us to install conduit underground with minimal disruption to the surface. Instead of digging an open trench from point A to point B, a directional drill creates an underground path that allows conduit to be pulled through.

This method helps us cross beneath roads, driveways, sidewalks, and other areas while keeping surface disturbance to a minimum.

There's a lot more happening underground than what you can see from the road!

Below the Surface - giving you a closer look at the work behind installing fiber.

08/11/2026

🚧🚧 INTRODUCING: BELOW THE SURFACE

We’re kicking off a new series here at Midwest Contractors!

There’s a lot that goes into underground utility construction that most people never see – or may simply have questions about. Below the Surface will give you a closer look at what our crews do, why we do it, and some of the things you may see while we’re working in your community.

And what better place to start than with one of the questions our crews hear most often….
“Why are you working in my yard?”

💡 Know the ROW

So, why are we in “your yard?” That strip of grass may look like part of your yard – and you may mow and maintain it – but a portion of it may fall within the city’s public right-of-way.

Public right-of-way areas are designated spaces where authorized utility work can legally take place – often including portions of your yard. These areas allow essential infrastructure like electric, water, gas, and communication lines to be installed and maintained.

We know having construction around your home can be inconvenient – and we understand why seeing crews and equipment in your yard can raise questions. Our crews work within the designated route, navigate around existing utilities, and do their best to minimize disruption along the way.

And when the work is done? Areas disturbed by our construction are restored as the project progresses.

Stay tuned for more Below the Surface, where we’ll answer common questions and share a little more about what goes into the work happening underground ❗️

04/30/2026

taking advantage of the weather today after a couple days of much needed rain. The guys are getting after it! 💪

04/09/2026

🚧 We’re hiring! 🚧

Midwest Contractors is looking to add a couple good people to our crew

Right now we’ve got openings for:
• Backhoe Operator
• Construction Technician

If you like working outside, don’t mind getting your hands dirty, and show up ready to work, you’d fit in well with us.

Experience is great, but the biggest thing we’re looking for is someone dependable who’s willing to learn and be part of the team 👍

💼 Full-time work
💰 Pay depends on experience

If you’re interested, you can apply here:
Backhoe Operator: https://www.indeed.com/job/backhoe-operator-802618405c8cceed
Construction Technician: https://www.indeed.com/job/construction-technician-bdaccb4a214197fa

📩 Feel free to message us with any questions.

And if you know someone who might be a good fit, send them our way!