Construction Operator, Service Technician, or Distribution Operator – Gunnison, CO

Atmos Energy; Gunnison (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Atmos Energy in Gunnison, Colorado is hiring for Construction/Field Operations roles. The position involves basic, routine work with prescribed procedures, and supports installation and maintenance of natural gas lines, meters, and regulators.

Employees may work outdoors in varied weather, with possible on-call shifts and overtime. CDL-A is preferred, and relocation assistance may be considered. Benefits include holidays, paid time off, retirement plan, and a comprehensive bonus opportunity.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must obtain and maintain Operator Qualifications (OQs) and training.
• Pre-employment screenings including DOT/PHMSA and MVR checks.
• Ability to utilize the Company's intranet for data entry and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic, routine work using prescribed procedures.
• Assists in installation and maintenance of natural gas lines, meters and regulators.
• May assist in conducting leakage surveys.
• Completes records and reports to meet regulatory requirements.
• May be required to hold standby duty, shifts, holidays, and travel.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Employee/Dependent Life Insurance

Annual bonus opportunity

Posting date: 8/13/2026

Closing date: 8/26/2026

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT ATTEMPT TO LIST ALL OF THE DUTIES THAT ARE OR MAY BE PERFORMED IN THIS POSITION

At Atmos Energy, we enjoy an employee-focused culture with rewarding work, competitive pay, work-life balance, inclusion and diversity, and excellent benefits.

Company-Provided Benefits

• Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan (Matching and Fixed Annual Company Contribution)
• Annual Bonus Opportunity
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans
• Basic Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Company Contribution with HDHP
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
• Paid Training
• Linked-In Learning

Voluntary Benefits

• Retirement Savings Plan
• MedicalInsurance and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee/Dependent Life Insurance
• Employee/Dependent Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Healthcare, Dependent Care and Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Accounts

Top Employer Recognitions

• America's Best Employers - Forbes Magazine
• The 100 Most Trustworthy Companies in America -Forbes Magazine
• Top Places to Work- Dallas Morning News
• Best Places to Work- Mississippi Business Journal
• Best Place to Learn - Dallas Chapter of the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)

Position is located in Gunnison, Colorado. Residency requirements apply. May be hired as a Construction Operator, Service Technician, or Distribution Operator dependent upon qualifications and experience. Full time. CDL-A preferred. All training provided. Relocation assistance may be considered. Benefits eligibility on day of hire.

Hourly Pay Rate

• Service or Construction: $26.50 - $34.00
• Distribution Operator: $38.75 - $41.50

Primary Duties

• Performs basic, routine work using clearly prescribed procedures. Seeks advice and guidance for any deviations from the norm.
• Assists in the installation and maintenance of natural gas lines, meters and regulators.
• May assist in conducting leakage surveys.
• Completes and maintains accurate records and reports to comply with Company and regulatory requirements.

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• May be required to hold stand‑by duty, work shifts, holidays, weekends, emergency call outs, and occasional extended hours.
• Is subject to reporting outside regular work area.
• Identifies, addresses, and reports safety and encroachment issues to their resolution and completion.
• Is responsible for the safe operation and inspection of assigned Company vehicles and equipment.
• Demonstrates support for and adheres to the Company's values, strategies, policies and procedures and learns the core values of AtmoSpirit, Customer Service, Safety and the Company's Code of Conduct both as an individual contributor, team member and/or leader of others.
• Must become familiar with the contents of the Safety Manual, live by the spirit of its intent and become involved in creating and maintaining a safe working environment. Must complete all required safety training.

Minimum Requirements

Educational/Experience Level

Requires a general educational knowledge normally acquired through a high school diploma or a General Equivalency Diploma (GED).

Requires valid driver's license in accordance with Company standards.

Certificates, Licenses, etc.

While at this level, completes assigned classes, Operator Qualifications (OQ) and OJT specific to Construction Learning Path. Must obtain and maintain position Operator Qualifications (OQs) and classroom training for position and any other required OQs and classroom training or certifications.

Computer Skills

Requires ability to utilize the Company's internet/intranet web site and available resources for data entry, reference and/or retrieval tasks.

Communication Skills

Requires the ability to communicate with internal/external customers in order to obtain and/or provide basic types of factual information.

Work Conditions

Works outdoors in all types of weather and may be exposed to extremes of climate and temperatures, high noise levels, rough terrain, and occasional work on ladders, roofs, attics, and under houses as well as confined spaces. May require overnight travel.

May have residence requirement due to call-out response time.

Works as an individual contributor and/or as member of a team.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 88 pounds from the ground to 38 inches. (Ex: lifting and carrying a jackhammer).
• Ability to carry 88 pounds a distance of 5 feet. (Ex: lifting and carrying a jackhammer).
• Ability to generate 100-foot pounds of pulling force at a contact point of 25 inches. (Ex: pulling manhole cover).
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and/or crouch.
• Requires the acute sense of sight and hearing (corrected or uncorrected) and strong sense of smell.

Other Requirements

As a Safety-Sensitive position, pre and post employment screenings, including but not limited to drug testing as outlined by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), and motor vehicle record (MVR) background checks are required.

Atmos Energy Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Family

Construction, Field Operations Leaders, Service