National Fuel has an immediate, full-time opening for a Gas Utility Operator in our Construction Department at our
Summit Service Center located in
Erie, Pennsylvania. National Fuel is proud to have an inclusive workplace where hard work is rewarded and promotion from within is supported. We offer exciting career opportunities for talented and ambitious job seekers and encourage you to apply today.
Applicants must live within a 20 - mile/30 minute radius of the Corry Service Center located at 432 East Smith Street, Corry PA 16407 or be willing to relocate.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:A
Gas Utility Operator will work as part of a two-person construction crew and will be responsible for installing and replacing gas mainlines and services as well as the operation of excavation equipment, primarily a Loader/Hoe or a Mini-Excavator. In addition, the
Gas Utility Operator will assist in other excavation, installation and maintenance operations that include:
- Manual excavation
- Plastic pipe fusion/ Mechanical fitting work
- Leak Repair
- Lubrication and minor vehicle upkeep
- Maintain manual and electronic operating records and documenting as-built sketches of work performed
- Jobsite reporting to adjacent SC's may be required
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - Prior experience operating a mini-excavator/loader/backhoe or similar construction equipment and digging around utilities is required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- The physical capability to work outdoors in all types of weather and the ability to work in and around hazards and difficult to reach areas is required
- Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues
- Excellent customer service/communication skills
- Basic literacy is required. Ability to read, legibly prepare written documentation and have the ability to accurately interpret and analyze written information
- Basic computer skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Prior experience in the gas industry with operator qualifications
ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have a proven track record of good attendance, and committed to workplace safety. Candidates must be able to work
Monday - Friday from
8:00 am - 4:30 pm and be available for after hour call outs. The work shift could also include holidays and overtime.
ABOUT NATIONAL FUEL:National Fuel is a diversified energy company headquartered near Buffalo, NY. Our employees continue to be the most important part of our Company and have made us who we are today. We are dedicated to the communities in which we live and work and have nearly 2,000 employees in Western NY and Northwest PA.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:This is a position within the Company's collective bargaining unit with an hourly rate of pay starting at
$36.96, after 6 months $40.69, and after 1 year $42.94.National Fuel offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following:
โข Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
โข Paid Sick Time
โข Dental Coverage
โข Parental Leave for Mothers and Fathers
โข 401(k) with Company Match
โข Tuition Reimbursement
โข Company Funded Retirement Savings Account
โข Life Insurance
โข Paid Vacation
โข Flexible Spending Account
โข Paid Company Holidays
โข Charitable Giving Programs
HOW TO APPLY:The successful candidate will be required to pass a DOT mandated drug test, as well as participate in random drug testing. The DOT maintains a list of banned substances which includes medicinal or recreational marijuana. For confidential consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter (preferably in PDF format) to
jobs@natfuel.com by
June 12, 2026Attachments with a .docm extension will not be accepted.
Please reference position
#26-037PA- Gas Utility Operator (mini-excavator) in the subject line of your email.
National Fuel is a proud equal employment opportunity employer. We believe our differences makes us all better, pushing us to look at things differently while enriching our own personal life experiences. That's why we're committed to building a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive work environment.
We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.