{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8d9f36c81e954ad1d88af5ba","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8d9f36c81e954ad1d88af5ba","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8d9f36c81e954ad1d88af5ba","title":"NPL Directional Drill Operator","description":"Date: Dec 18, 2025\nLocation: Hampton, VA, US, 23661\nCompany: NPL Construction (S4)\nDescription:\nWho We Are\nAt 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.\n\nAs a Directional Drill Operator with NPL Construction, you’ll play a critical role in safely installing underground natural gas infrastructure. Working closely with a Locator as your counterpart, you will operate horizontal directional drilling (HDD) equipment to bore, place conduit, and support underground utility installation. This position requires strong technical skill, high situational awareness, and the ability to work safely within active job sites. All crew members contribute to general labor duties as needed to get the job done safely and efficiently.\nWhat You'll Do\nOperate horizontal directional drilling equipment to complete bore shots safely and accurately.\nWork in tandem with a Locator to plan bore paths, avoid conflicts, and ensure safe excavation.\nRead and interpret maps, blueprints, and utility locate marks to support drilling operations.\nIdentify, locate, and avoid underground natural gas lines and other utilities.\nLoad, transport, and unload HDD equipment, tooling, and materials (requires CDL-A).\nPerform daily pre-trip, post-trip, and equipment inspections; document any issues.\nConduct routine maintenance and cleaning on drilling equipment, trucks, and tooling.\nMaintain all required Operator Qualifications (OQs) and safety certifications.\nCommunicate clearly with the crew, leadership, and customers when applicable.\nAssist with general labor as needed, including excavation, site clean-up, and restoration.\nFollow all safety protocols while working within the red zone of heavy equipment.\nComplete all required production and documentation logs.\nWhat You'll Have\nCDL-A required (ability to haul drilling rigs and support equipment).\nPrior experience operating horizontal directional drilling equipment.\nKnowledge of cross-bore awareness and safe digging practices.\nAbility to read and interpret maps, blueprints, and locate marks.\n1+ year experience operating heavy equipment near underground utilities.\nAbility to work safely in fast-changing field conditions.\nStrong communication skills and a commitment to teamwork.\nHigh school diploma or equivalent.\nValid driver’s license with a clean driving record.\nAbility to obtain and maintain OQ qualifications.\nWhat You'll Get\nJoin the Largest Natural Gas Distribution Contractor in the United States\nWeekly Payroll\nPaid, on-the-job training: natural gas distribution, utility excavation, safety\nEmployee Assistance program benefit\nHealth Insurance Plan benefit\nRetirement Plan benefit\nWork Environment\nWork sites are outdoors in potentially extreme weather conditions\nAll worksite safety instructions are written and spoken in English; must be fluent in English\nWork includes prolonged and repeated: lifting (including overhead, up to 50lbs); standing; climbing; kneeling; reaching and feeling; crouching and crawling\nWork is performed within the “red zone” of heavy equipment\nWorking safely requires quick/accurate hand-eye coordination and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner\nLegal Stuff\nPass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens\nProvide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify\nSatisfactory results of pre-employment background check results\nValid driver’s license with clean driving record\nPre-employment medical fit-for-duty test; hold/obtain DOT medical card\nJoin and maintain Union membership\nDiversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment\nThis 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.\n\nCenturi 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. 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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.\n\nAs a Directional Drill Operator with NPL Construction, you’ll play a critical role in safely installing underground natural gas infrastructure. Working closely with a Locator as your counterpart, you will operate horizontal directional drilling (HDD) equipment to bore, place conduit, and support underground utility installation. This position requires strong technical skill, high situational awareness, and the ability to work safely within active job sites. All crew members contribute to general labor duties as needed to get the job done safely and efficiently.\nWhat You'll Do\nOperate horizontal directional drilling equipment to complete bore shots safely and accurately.\nWork in tandem with a Locator to plan bore paths, avoid conflicts, and ensure safe excavation.\nRead and interpret maps, blueprints, and utility locate marks to support drilling operations.\nIdentify, locate, and avoid underground natural gas lines and other utilities.\nLoad, transport, and unload HDD equipment, tooling, and materials (requires CDL-A).\nPerform daily pre-trip, post-trip, and equipment inspections; document any issues.\nConduct routine maintenance and cleaning on drilling equipment, trucks, and tooling.\nMaintain all required Operator Qualifications (OQs) and safety certifications.\nCommunicate clearly with the crew, leadership, and customers when applicable.\nAssist with general labor as needed, including excavation, site clean-up, and restoration.\nFollow all safety protocols while working within the red zone of heavy equipment.\nComplete all required production and documentation logs.\nWhat You'll Have\nCDL-A required (ability to haul drilling rigs and support equipment).\nPrior experience operating horizontal directional drilling equipment.\nKnowledge of cross-bore awareness and safe digging practices.\nAbility to read and interpret maps, blueprints, and locate marks.\n1+ year experience operating heavy equipment near underground utilities.\nAbility to work safely in fast-changing field conditions.\nStrong communication skills and a commitment to teamwork.\nHigh school diploma or equivalent.\nValid driver’s license with a clean driving record.\nAbility to obtain and maintain OQ qualifications.\nWhat You'll Get\nJoin the Largest Natural Gas Distribution Contractor in the United States\nWeekly Payroll\nPaid, on-the-job training: natural gas distribution, utility excavation, safety\nEmployee Assistance program benefit\nHealth Insurance Plan benefit\nRetirement Plan benefit\nWork Environment\nWork sites are outdoors in potentially extreme weather conditions\nAll worksite safety instructions are written and spoken in English; must be fluent in English\nWork includes prolonged and repeated: lifting (including overhead, up to 50lbs); standing; climbing; kneeling; reaching and feeling; crouching and crawling\nWork is performed within the “red zone” of heavy equipment\nWorking safely requires quick/accurate hand-eye coordination and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner\nLegal Stuff\nPass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens\nProvide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify\nSatisfactory results of pre-employment background check results\nValid driver’s license with clean driving record\nPre-employment medical fit-for-duty test; hold/obtain DOT medical card\nJoin and maintain Union membership\nDiversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment\nThis 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.\n\nCenturi 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. 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