Job Information
NPL Construction Operations Payroll Representative in Naperville, Illinois
Operations Payroll Representative
Date: Feb 28, 2026
Location:
Naperville, IL, US, 60563
Company: NPL Construction (S4)
Description:
Pay Range: $20- $27 per hour depending on experience
Centuri companies consider several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, training and skills, and geographic location.
Who We Are
Connecting People to Possibility
As a publicly traded company (NYSE: CTRI) 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 Payroll Representative you will support the office, operations, and accounting services team by ensuring accurate processing and recording of all company payroll including union and non-union payroll. Participating in daily data entry, payroll processing, and work closely with multiple departments to ensure accurate payroll operations.
Hybrid schedule after training (2 days remote)
What You'll Do
Enter and review employee time, per diem, rig rent, truck pay, and boot pay; process overrides for rates, unions, and taxes
Process EDFs for employee changes, movement, layoffs, terminations, and long-term layoff closures
Handle payroll corrections and prior-period adjustments (missed hours, wrong jobs/rates, over/underpayments, separate checks, and union-specific requirements)
Compile and distribute steward reports and check stubs for all trades by job; ensure union dues, benefits, and fringe reporting accuracy
Support employees with payroll, tax, W-4, direct deposit, personal info updates, and benefits/fringe questions
Resolve union issues (missing/incorrect benefits or hours) by coordinating with operations, union benefits teams, and corporate partners
Reconcile customer-specific jobs by balancing DPRs to submitted payroll and pay components
Support onboarding by sending and tracking new hire/re-hire details; assist with annual rate/fringe updates and union agreements
Run zero-hours reports, communicate discrepancies to operations, and collaborate with leadership and team members as needed
Perform other responsibilities as requested by leadership
What You'll Have
Associate’s degree in a related field (HR, Accounting, Finance, or Business)
1+ year of experience processing multi-state union and non-union payroll, including movement between unions
Strong knowledge of union and non-union payroll procedures
Experience with SAP, Excel, Adobe, and SuccessFactors with ability to learn new applications
What You'll Get
Benefit Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
401K w/ Company Match
Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Vacation/Sick Time and Paid Holidays
Potential Bonus Opportunities
Career Development Opportunities
Employee Discounts
Weekly Payroll
Work Environment
Work is performed in a typical indoor office environment
Flexibility to work different schedules and stay late with little or no notice
Must be able to read documents, use a computer, communicate verbally and in writing
Mobility required within an office, warehouse and construction site environments
Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
Legal Stuff
Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens
Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify
Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment
This 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.