Directional Drill Operator

Directional Drill OperatorWho We Are At NPL, part of The Centuri Organization, our employees are part of an established team working to support America's natural gas utility and energy infrastructure. Working at NPL means you are joining a company with over 50 years of experience, long-standing customer relationships, and one that is deeply integrated into our host communities. Come grow your career with us and be a part of something bigger.As an experienced Directional Drill Operator, after paid training, you will put your skills to work - safely operating equipment to move earth, tools and materials to and from job sites. Reporting to a seasoned Foreman, you will join a crew to get the job done right. We believe in the power of teamwork, and all crew members are expected to assist with general labor as needed.What You'll DoSafely operate a horizontal directional drillLoad and unload equipment and materialsMaintain daily pre-shift vehicle and equipment inspectionsPerform regular maintenance and cleaning on assigned vehicles and equipmentMaintain all industry-required Operator QualificationsPerform other tasks as requested by leadershipWhat You'll HavePrevious experience operating a horizontal directional drillValid Driver's License1+ year experience safely operating equipment in close proximity to workers and underground utilitiesWhat You'll GetJoin the Largest Natural Gas Distribution Contractor in the United States Weekly Payroll Paid, on-the-job training: natural gas distribution, utility excavation, safety Employee Assistance program benefit Health Insurance Plan benefit Retirement Plan benefitWork EnvironmentWork sites are outdoors in potentially extreme weather conditions All worksite safety instructions are written and spoken in English; must be fluent in English Work includes prolonged and repeated: lifting (including overhead, up to 50lbs); standing; climbing; kneeling; reaching and feeling; crouching and crawling Work is performed within the "red zone" of heavy equipment Working safely requires quick/accurate hand-eye coordination and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe mannerLegal StuffPass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results Valid driver's license with clean driving record Pre-employment medical fit-for-duty test; hold/obtain DOT medical card Join and maintain Union membershipOur Commitment to OpportunityThis job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management's assignment of essential functions, and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested. Centuri is a Department of Transportation regulated employer. Certain safety-sensitive positions are covered under the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations, 49 CFR Part 40. It is important to note that marijuana remains a drug listed in Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. It remains unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing under the company's Drug Free Workplace Policy to use or test positive for marijuana.