Natural Gas Underground Utility Laborer

Centuri Group, Inc. • Prescott Valley, AZ

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Centuri is hiring a Gas Utility Laborer to support natural gas utility and energy infrastructure work. The position provides 1–4 weeks of paid training and hands-on, on-the-job instruction under an experienced Foreman, alongside Equipment Operators and Pipe Fitters. The work offers opportunities to develop specialized skills such as excavating, trenching, and shoring, with the possibility of qualifying for additional paid training after as little as six months.

The role involves outdoor work in potentially extreme weather, including work near heavy equipment. Employees must follow safety instructions, maintain required Operator Qualifications, and be able to perform the listed physical activities safely. Union membership must be maintained.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong desire to learn a new trade.
• Fluency in English, as worksite safety instructions are written and spoken in English.
• Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable-suspicion drug screens.
• Provide valid U.S. work authorization documents for E-Verify.
• Satisfactory pre-employment background check results.
• Complete a pre-employment medical fit-for-duty test and hold or obtain a DOT medical card.
• Join and maintain Union membership.

Nice To Haves

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Use hand tools to dig around existing utility structures to prevent damage.
• Load and unload equipment and materials.
• Keep the worksite clean, organized, and 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.

Benefits

• 1–4 weeks of paid training.
• Weekly payroll.
• Paid, on-the-job training for technical skills.
• Employee Assistance Program benefit.
• Health Insurance Plan benefit.
• Retirement Plan benefit.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan featuring a 15% stock discount.
• Potential eligibility for additional paid training after as little as six months.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED