Heavy Equipment Operator

About NPL

NPL, part of The Centuri Organization, supports America’s natural gas utility and energy infrastructure. With over 50 years of experience, we maintain strong customer relationships and are deeply integrated into our host communities. Join a company that values teamwork and offers growth opportunities.

As an experienced Equipment Operator, you will receive paid on‑the‑job training and operate heavy equipment to move earth, tools, and materials between job sites. Under the supervision of a Foreman, you will work with a crew to complete tasks safely and efficiently.

• Safely operate heavy equipment such as skid steers, backhoes, trenchers, pavers, dozers, milling saws, road graders, hydro‑excavators, track hoes and more.
• Load and unload equipment and materials.
• Perform daily pre‑shift vehicle and equipment inspections.
• Carry out regular maintenance and cleaning on assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain all industry‑required operator qualifications.
• Perform other tasks as directed by leadership.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 1+ year experience safely operating equipment in close proximity to workers and underground utilities.

• Opportunity to join the largest natural gas distribution contractor in the United States.
• Weekly payroll.
• Paid, on‑the‑job training in natural gas distribution, utility excavation, and safety.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Insurance Plan.
• Retirement Plan.

• Work sites are outdoors and may involve extreme weather conditions.
• All safety instructions are written and spoken in English; fluency in English is required.
• Tasks include lifting, standing, climbing, kneeling, reaching, crouching, and crawling; up to 50 lbs may be lifted.
• Operations occur within the “red zone” of heavy equipment.
• Safe work requires quick, accurate hand‑eye coordination and constant vigilance.

• Pass pre‑employment, random, post‑accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens.
• Provide valid U.S. work authorization documents for E‑Verify.
• Satisfy pre‑employment background check results.
• Maintain a clean driving record with a valid driver’s license.
• Pass a pre‑employment medical fit‑for‑duty test and obtain a DOT medical card.
• Join and maintain Union membership.

This job description may change at any time. Centuri and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants who need them during the hiring process. Centuri is a Department of Transportation regulated employer; safety‑sensitive positions are covered under DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations.