Electric Utility Worker

Overview

General construction utility worker handling equipment, digging, and maintenance tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• conduit installation
• trenching
• equipment loading
• safety compliance
• field construction
• tool maintenance

Tasks

-Digging/ installing conduit above/below ground -Dig trenches and holes in an ergonomically safe manner -Load and unload equipment, material, job site debris and maintain housekeeping according to PG&E’s safety standards and procedures -Follow the direction of their journey line worker and/or supervisor at all times -Perform construction work in the field, in all weather conditions, throughout the service territory -Use and maintain various hand and power tools and equipment

Requirements

• class a
• high school
• electrical
• power pathway
• military
• pg&e

What You Bring

-Work Orientation Inventory-Physical/Technical Driving -Ability to work in remote work locations with possible exposure to poison oak, snakes, spiders, bees, mosquitoes, ticks and rodents -Knowledge of construction and maintenance terminology, processes, and procedures as needed to perform at the job level -Ability to work in all types of weather extremes -Knowledge of test and field equipment sufficient to set-up, use, and maintain as needed to perform at the job level -Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds over mountainous terrain, dams, canals and/or up stairways and ladders -Class A California Driver's License -Must work safely at all times as defined by PG&E's safety standards and procedures -Ability to travel and transfer to a new headquarters upon request at any time; throughout the entire PG&E service territory with no guarantee as to how long you will be away from home -Military experience -Must be able to perform work tasks from ladders, platforms, metal grating, scaffolds and/or ropes -Demonstrated experience with basic hand and power tools used in the commercial construction industry -Relevant Hiring Hall experience -Must possess a High School diploma or GED -Ability to drive safely in all weather and road conditions -Must be able to read and comply with all required company standards and procedures -Must be able to receive and understand written and verbal instruction -Relevant PG&E experience -Post-Offer Physical Assessment Utility Worker -Electrical construction experience -Must be able to maneuver on steep and/or uneven terrain -Graduate from an approved Power Pathway® Program -Must be at least 18 years of age -Electrical troubleshooting -Must be able to work with and/or around helicopters -Previous physical labor experience -Must be able to work with and/or around bodies of water -Ability to work around high voltage, energized and/or large mechanical rotating equipment -Must be able to work in a confined space and in elevated areas -Must work in a team environment -Must be able to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) -Must have a good attitude and to be able to work in a team environment -Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays, and various work schedules -Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License (or higher) by Day 1 of hire

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Benefits

-Physical Test Battery

About Pacific Gas And Electric Company

-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.

Sector Specialisms

Interview Process

-complete prerequisite tests prior to submitting an application -complete secondary tests prior to interviewing

Security Clearance

-subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening