Pacific Gas And Electric Company
Provides electricity and natural gas to millions in Northern and Central California.
2 days ago
$120,000 - $190,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Bakersfield, California, United States
Field
Company Size
24,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
emergency response
equipment maintenance
regulatory compliance
safety leadership
customer relations
budget management
Gas Operations ensures the safe and reliable flow of natural gas to customers and is responsible for planning, engineering, maintenance, construction, restoration, and emergency response for PG&E’s gas infrastructure.
The position manages teams, directly or indirectly, that execute field orders related to emergency response, gas service establishment, customer‑generated field requests, and equipment compliance and maintenance for PG&E facilities, while promoting a strong safety culture and regulatory compliance.
Key responsibilities include ensuring work groups complete customer requests safely and efficiently, managing emergency response and equipment maintenance, maintaining compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, anticipating and mitigating potential customer issues, engaging employees in process improvements, and overseeing a union‑represented workforce.
- Lead union‑represented field teams to execute emergency response, service requests, and equipment maintenance safely and efficiently.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and regulatory requirements across all operations.
- Proactively identify and resolve customer issues before they become significant problems.
- Drive process improvements by engaging employees and acting on their feedback.
- Manage departmental budgets, expenses, and variances.
- Promote a safety culture and provide safety leadership for staff, customers, and the public.
- Communicate company policies, goals, and values effectively to all stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain relationships with customers and business partners.
- Encourage continuous improvement and oversee operational changes.
- Develop talent, provide backfills, and prepare successors for key roles.
Requirements
high school
california license
5 years
ba/bs
gas/electric
safety
This role is classified under DOT regulations and participants are subject to random drug and alcohol screenings.
Minimum qualifications are a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid California driver’s license, at least five years of operational experience, and the ability to travel within PG&E’s service territory, with random DOT drug and alcohol testing required. Desired qualifications include a BA/BS degree, experience leading union‑represented employees, customer service expertise, background in gas or electric service or construction, and strong skills in safety leadership, budgeting, communication, operations management, relationship building, continuous improvement, and employee development.
- High school diploma or equivalent and valid California driver’s license required.
- Minimum of five years operational experience in gas/electric services.
- Subject to random DOT drug and alcohol testing; travel within service territory required.
- Preferred BA/BS degree and experience leading union‑represented employees.
- Experience serving internal/external customers and in gas or electric construction.
- Proven ability to create and manage a safe work environment.
- Strong budgeting, communication, and leadership presence skills.
Benefits
The salary range for this position in California is $120,000 to $190,000, with the final compensation based on factors such as internal equity, experience, education, licenses, and market value, and includes eligibility for PG&E’s discretionary incentive programs.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
- subject to random dot drug and alcohol testing/screening.
Overview
1905
Year Founded
The company was established in 1905, marking its long-standing presence in the energy sector.
16M
People Served
The company provides energy services to over 16 million individuals across Northern and Central California.
- Focus on delivering safe, reliable, and affordable electricity and natural gas to a diverse customer base.
- Operations span from energy generation, transmission, and distribution to customer service and renewable energy solutions.
- Heavily involved in the development of green energy sources, including solar and wind power.
- Maintains a key role in maintaining the region’s energy grid and supporting sustainable growth.
- Pioneered energy efficiency programs to help reduce consumption and minimize costs for customers.
- Recognized for innovation in grid modernization and integration of clean energy into California’s power mix.
- Faced challenges, including natural disasters like wildfires, which have shaped its operations and future strategies.
- Remains a cornerstone of California's energy sector, continuously working to improve and modernize the grid.
Culture + Values
- Safety is prioritized above all.
- Accountability is expected of everyone.
- Integrity, transparency, and humility guide actions.
- Customer service is a primary focus.
- Change, innovation, and continuous improvement are embraced.
- Diversity and inclusion are valued.
- Communication involves speaking up, listening, and following through.
- Success is achieved through collaboration and partnership.
- Teamwork and unity are emphasized.
Environment + Sustainability
100% GHG-Free
Electricity Supply
Delivering entirely greenhouse gas-free electricity in 2023.
3M EVs
Electric Vehicle Fueling
Aim to fuel 3 million electric vehicles annually by 2030.
58M CO2
CO2 Reduction Target
Expected reduction in CO2 emissions from electric vehicle use by 2030.
2,100 MW
Battery Storage
Total battery storage deployed as of April 2024.
- Targeting net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
- Aiming for a 70% renewable energy power mix by 2030.
- Planning to blend 15% renewable natural gas in pipelines by 2030.
- Targeting 48 million metric tons of lifecycle emissions reductions via efficiency and electrification by 2030.
- Committed to becoming climate-positive by 2050.
Inclusion & Diversity
18-year streak
Corporate Equality Index
Consistently achieved a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for 18 consecutive years.
Nine-year 100%
Disability Equality Index
Maintained a perfect score on the Disability Equality Index for nine consecutive years.
26% women
Workforce composition
Approximately 26% of the workforce are women among ~28,000 employees.
50% minorities
Diverse workforce
Over half of the workforce identifies as a minority.
- Middle management: 34% women; senior management: 42% women; executive officers: 50% women.
- Employee resource groups: 11 groups supporting diverse communities including Women, LGBTQ+, veterans, disabilities.
- Annual DEI awards and partnerships with Society of Women Engineers, National Society of Black Engineers, Out & Equal.