Field Engineering Technician

PG&E • Eureka, CA

7h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Field Engineering Technician (FET) inspects and evaluates maintenance and construction documentation for quality and compliance with PG&E requirements. The role interprets documentation that demonstrates compliance with company work procedures and prepares, conducts, and documents quality assessments under established quality review processes. The FET monitors quality, identifies and reports issues, and may recommend process improvements.

The position is represented by Engineers and Scientists of California (ESC) and is subject to collective bargaining. It is a Department of Transportation (DOT)-covered classification subject to random drug and alcohol screening. Work may involve 20%–50% office-to-office travel, with minimal overnight travel. The hourly rate ranges from $46.65 to $65.70, with a starting rate of $46.65, subject to collectively bargained wage increases. The position is based in Eureka and is listed as hybrid.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Valid California driver's license.
• Ability to work in all types of weather extremes and drive safely in all weather and road conditions.
• Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to travel and transfer to a new headquarters upon request anywhere in the PG&E service territory, with no guarantee regarding the length of time away from home.
• Ability to wear company-provided personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds at least once a day.
• Ability to learn new concepts quickly and adapt to changing business conditions and ambiguity.
• Organizational skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Conflict-resolution skills, including listening and persuasion to obtain compliance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in field work, gas, and AutoCAD.
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and Office skills.
• Strong math and computer skills, strong written and verbal communication, and attention to detail.
• Applicants living within 50 miles of the headquarters location are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate compliance of maintenance and construction documentation with PG&E guidance documents and established quality review processes.
• Ensure submitted documentation is complete and accurate.
• Ensure field work is performed correctly, safety standards and procedures are followed, and work is completed on time and according to company requirements.
• Follow the established corrective action process for quality findings, using the Corrective Action Program when appropriate.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to communicate, initiate, and ensure correction of discrepancies.
• Communicate with field personnel and supervisors to resolve issues appropriately and promptly.
• Share information and exchange ideas and data with peers inside and outside the department.
• Work independently and use appropriate methods and approaches to resolve problems.
• Adhere to applicable data and record management, work procedures, standards, and policies for assigned QA/QC work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED