Troubleshoots problems and determines extent of repairs on primary and secondary overhead or underground dead legs.
Operates lift equipment such as aerial lifts and line truck booms.
Climb poles using boot hooks or aerial lift.
Receives and reviews work assignments and routes; plans routes, checks directions and locations; obtains vehicle safety inspection.
May drive a Class A vehicle (i.e. bucket truck and line truck) to and from the job site. May drive a company pickup truck or passenger vehicle to job sites and work locations, meetings and training and will may use vehicle to go to vendor locations and pick up or deliver supplies and materials.
Keep records for equipment repairs and replacements.
Uses metal detectors to locate buried facilities; infrared sensor to determine status of underground connections.
Inspects the condition of overhead and underground distribution facilities which includes manholes and vaults which require ladder climbing and an environment with tight spaces.
Utilize hand held computers and Global positioning systems (GPS).
Lifts metal cabinet doors.
Conducts daily vehicle inspections.
Loads and unloads tools, materials and supplies into and out of vehicles at crew headquarters and job site.
Hangs and energizes transformers.
Loads and unloads tools, materials, and equipment off of hand lines while standing on elevated structures that include: Wood poles and insulated work platforms.
Journey Lineworker may provide back-up relief in temporary absence of Crew Lead; direct work to other crewmembers and act as a leader.
Attends daily / regularly schedule tailboard meetings or communicates with supervisor to learn safety guidelines / potential hazards in compliance with Utility standard.
Perform detailed paper work, documenting work performed, to record site locations, findings, identified problems, proposed solutions, and estimated time frames.
Walks, climbs, bend, kneel, crawls or squats to access structures and equipment.
Uses log sheets to write up maintenance tags and describe findings in field for entry into database.
Unlocks / re-locks gates, doors, enclosures and manholes, as needed.
Installs and replaces equipment, meters and streetlights.
Tests, frames; sets and/or anchors poles; strings electric power lines and install cross-arms.
Drives company vehicle on designated inspections route and /or to offsite training. Fuels vehicle at designated fueling stations as needed.
Reviews job work requirements and provides input regarding work for the day.
Operates forklift to load and unload work materials and supplies.
Operates hydraulic equipment including: drills, boom truck, digger, pole tamper, hydraulic jack and bucket truck once certified.
Perform journey level line work and minor repairs that can be safely performed without help (e. g. remove low pole steps, repair broken ground moldings, repair high voltage signs and other PG&E identifiers on underground enclosures, remove / repair bolts on lids and locking devices on pad mounted equipment).
Work will include the use of hand and power tools; digging holes by hand for pole installation; climbing ladders, poles, embankments and towers; working at heights above 35’ on poles and in aerial lifts; setting grounds; working with live circuits; and working in trenches, manholes and confined spaces.
Uses hand and power tools to open access panels, lift manhole covers, remove or secure damaged equipment; remove broken parts or debris; make minor repairs to gain access.
Communicates in person, by phone and by radio with supervisors/public officials, customers and other departments regarding findings, identified problems, proposed solutions, and estimated time frames and to gain access, as needed.
Use digital cameras to document field conditions.
Take voltage readings.
Performs substation switching; installs and replaces switches, circuit protection equipment, insulators, meters and streetlights.
Sets and installs underground structures, locates, pulls, removes, splices or terminates cables.
Lifts, pulls and carries insulators, cross-arms, equipment, tools, grounds, dampers, and other materials to and from job sites.
Provides on-the-job training, orientation, demonstration and assistance to apprentice lineworkers.
Requirements
class a
lineworker
apprenticeship
high school
osha
team player
Must have passed a California DMV medical exam by first day of employment
Ability to work and drive in all types of weather and road conditions
Must attend all mandated OSHA and company training.
Must be at least 18 years of age
Utility Journey Lineworker experience preferred
Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds
If hired as Provisional, must complete the provisional training plan within one year from hire date.
High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
Completion of Lineworker apprenticeship from a Utility preferred
Post-Offer Phys Assessment Lineworkers
Experience in transmission and distribution work, underground and numerous voltages
Completion of a federal or state sanctioned lineworker apprenticeship with approved supporting documentation and/or union or union-affiliated sponsored lineworker apprenticeship
Capable to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays
Effective team player with strong communication skills
Ability to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Travels by vehicle, motor boat or off-road utility vehicle (OUV) to access job sites
Ability to travel and transfer to a new headquarter upon request at any time; throughout the entire PG&E service territory
Experienced in rubber gloving and hot stick procedures
Must possessed a valid California Class A driving permit by first day of employment
Travels to various job locations within geographical assigned region (for General Construction).
2 years of Journey Lineworker experience if an outside line apprenticeship was completed
Benefits
Journey Assessment of Lineworker Progression
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
complete prerequisite tests before submitting an application.
complete secondary tests before the interview stage.
Visa Sponsorship
Information not given or found
Security clearance
subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening (dot covered classification).
Company
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.