Towerperson

Overview

Construct, maintain, inspect, and repair transmission towers across PG&E service area.

Key Responsibilities

• hydraulic ops
• repair troubleshoot
• truck driving
• material handling
• foundation install
• structure erection

Tasks

-Operates hydraulic equipment as in bolt tighteners and hole punch. Operates compress-driven equipment such as jackhammers, T-hammers. -Troubleshoots problems and determines extent of repairs. Replaces and/or repairs damaged sections of structures. Modifies structures per engineering requirements. Raises towers for line clearance issues. Removal of tower structures. Work includes use of hand and power tools, climbing, digging, and working in trenches for foundation modifications. -Drives Company construction trucks to designated job sites. Drives trucks offsite to obtain tools and/or supplies. -Loads and unloads tools, supplies, equipment and materials needed for each jobsite. Positions and connects rigging needed to lift materials. Lays out tools, materials and equipment in staging areas. Removes obstructions using chain saws, weed whackers and removal equipment. -Reviews work assignments, changes assignments as needed, and prioritizes the work daily. Checks for proper equipment and supplies. -Digs exploratory holes with shovel to determine if there are obstructions. -Communicates face-to-face, by phone and/or radio with supervisor, foreman and crewmembers for safety concerns and job issues. Communicates scope changes and work assignments with assigned crew. -Installs foundations for transmission structures by building and setting forms, tying and placing rebar, mixing and pouring concrete. Works in shielded holes when hand digging is required. Assembles, removes and/or erects transmission structures. Requires the use of hand and power tools, climbing, working at heights, aerial lifting, and working in proximity of energized lines. Could include helicopter and water craft transport to access transmission towers.

Requirements

• construction
• telecom
• climbing
• class a
• pg&e
• qep

What You Bring

-Ability to work in all types of weather extremes -Must be at least 18 years of age -Construction/Field experience -Ability to travel and transfer to a new headquarter upon request at any time; throughout the entire PG&E service territory with no guarantees as to how long you will be away from home -Able to work near/around helicopters -Relevant PG&E Experience -Ability to work flexible schedules, extended hours, nights, weekends, holidays, and/or overtime (scheduled or ad hoc) -Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License or equivalent -Telecom with climbing experience -Ranch hand experience -Experience with basic hand and power tools used in the construction industry. -Comfortable working at height above 100 feet -Labor/construction background -Ability to work at varying levels of heights -Graduate of Power Pathway Program -Must possess a High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience -Must be able to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) -Must possess and maintain a valid Class A California Driver's License Permit within 3 months of hire and a Class A Driver’s License within 6 months of hire -Ability to drive in all weather and road conditions -Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds a minimum of one time a day -Must qualify and complete the Towerperson Knowledge and Skills Assessment for Qualified Electrical Person (QEP) -Hiring Hall experience -Work Orientation Inventory-Physical/Technical Driving -Climbing experience

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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 pre‑employment tests. -pass secondary tests before interviewing. -participate in hiring hall (if applicable). -complete work orientation inventory (physical/technical driving) and physical test battery.

Security Clearance

-subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening.