NPL Laborer/ Machine Operator

About the Role

As a Gas Utility Laborer, you'll receive 1-4 weeks of paid training, equipping you with the essential skills to work safely and efficiently in the field—protecting yourself, your crew, and the community. You will be led by an experienced Foreman, working alongside skilled Equipment Operators and Pipefitters, where you'll gain valuable hands-on experience and on-the-job training to build a strong foundation in the gas utility trade. This role provides the opportunity to develop specialized skills in areas such as excavating, trenching, shoring, and more. In as little as 6 months, you could qualify for additional paid training to advance to the next level in your career.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate walk-behind and concrete hand saws.
• Use hand tools to dig around existing utility structures to prevent damage.
• Load and unload equipment and materials.
• Keep worksite clean and organized, free from unnecessary hazards.
• Perform regular maintenance and cleaning on assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain all industry-required Operator Qualifications.
• Perform other tasks as requested by leadership.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License (clean driving record is preferred).
• Strong desire to learn a new trade.
• Fluency in English (all worksite safety instructions are written and spoken in English).
• Ability to perform prolonged and repeated: lifting (including overhead, up to 50 lbs); standing; climbing; kneeling; reaching and feeling; crouching and crawling.
• Quick and accurate hand-eye coordination, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness.
• Willingness to work outdoors in potentially extreme weather conditions.
• Work within the “red zone” of heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens (marijuana remains prohibited for safety-sensitive roles).
• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify.
• Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check.
• Pre-employment medical fit-for-duty test; hold/obtain DOT medical card.
• Join and maintain Union membership.

Benefits

• Weekly payroll.
• Paid, on-the-job training for technical skills.
• Employee Assistance Program benefit.
• Health Insurance Plan benefit.
• Retirement Plan benefit.

Work Environment

Work sites are outdoors in potentially extreme weather conditions. This role requires physical stamina, alertness, and adherence to safety protocols in a dynamic field environment.