Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment OperatorConnecting People to Possibility As a publicly traded company with $2.6 billion in revenue, Centuri leads the way in utility infrastructure across North America. What sets us apart is our local agility, resources to scale, and comprehensive solutions for a dynamic energy market. Whether in the field or providing essential behind the scenes support, Centuri offers professional growth opportunities where you can thrive and make a difference.

Join a culture where safety, sustainability, and teamwork come first, with training and benefits that truly care for your well-being.As a Heavy Equipment Operator, after your paid training, you will operate equipment to safely move earth, equipment, tools, and materials to and from job sites. As a member of your crew team, you will be asked to assist with general labor as needed.Safely operate heavy equipment such as skid steers, backhoe, trencher, paver, dozer, milling saw, road grater, hydro-excavator, track hoe and moreLoad 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 leadershipHigh School diploma or equivalentValid Commercial Driver's License1+ prior year experience of safely operating equipment in close proximity to workers and underground utilitiesBenefit Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage401K w/ Company MatchVoluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term DisabilityVacation/Sick Time and Paid HolidaysPotential Bonus OpportunitiesCareer Development OpportunitiesEmployee DiscountsWeekly PayrollWork EnvironmentWork sites are outdoors in potentially extreme weather conditionsAll worksite safety instructions are written and spoken in English; must be fluent in EnglishWork includes prolonged and repeated: lifting (including overhead, up to 50lbs); standing; climbing; kneeling; reaching and feeling; crouching and crawlingWork is performed within the "red zone" of heavy equipmentWorking 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 screensProvide valid US work authorization documents for E-VerifySatisfactory results of pre-employment background check resultsValid Driver's License with clean driving recordPre-employment medical fit-for-duty test; hold/obtain DOT medical cardOur 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.