Utility Worker - Gas Transmission & Distribution

PG&E • Oakland, CA

385d • $71,822 - $71,822

About The Position

The Utility Worker position in Gas Transmission and Distribution at PG&E is an entry-level role focused on ensuring the safe and reliable flow of natural gas. This position offers opportunities for career advancement for motivated individuals and involves outdoor work in various weather conditions. The role requires adherence to safety standards and the ability to work extended hours while using personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess a High School diploma or GED.
• Must be able to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Must have qualified on the Physical Test Battery (PTB) exam and Work Orientation Inventory Test (WOI) prior to applying for the position.
• Must be able to lift and maneuver up to 90 pounds.
• Must be able to pass Post Offer Physical Assessment.
• Must pass Utility Worker Training course during the first three weeks of employment.
• Ability to work extended hours to include nights, weekends and holidays when required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License (or higher) by Day 1 of hire.
• Ability to work in all types of weather extremes.
• Ability to drive safely in all weather and road conditions.
• Ability to travel and transfer to a new headquarter upon request at any time.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in construction such as Underground Utility, Trenching Equipment, Welding, Carpentry, Plumbing, Pipefitting, Farm Ranch Hand and/or Landscaping.
• Previous Military experience.
• Previous Locate and Mark experience at PG&E.
• Graduation from a PowerPathway® Program is preferred.
• Current or past work experience with PG&E and/or Hiring Hall.
• Preference for applicants who live within 50 miles of the headquarter location.

Responsibilities

• Work safely at all times as defined by PG&E's safety standards and procedures.
• Follow the direction of their journeyman, crew lead and/or supervisor at all times.
• Read and comply with all required company standards and procedures.
• Work in a team environment.
• Pass Post Offer Physical Assessment.
• Contribute toward Gas Safety Excellence goals by improving safety, reliability and affordability for one or more asset families and one or more life cycles.
• Assist in construction and maintenance and other miscellaneous semi-skilled work.
• Use hand tools, portable power tools, pavement breakers, spaders, tampers or compactors for work not requiring precision under the direction of a Crew Leader.
• Perform routine production Locate and Mark duties, routine production Leak Survey duties, perform pipe to soil readings, and Atmospheric Corrosion Surveys when working alone and Operator Qualified.
• Perform traffic control functions under the direction of a Gas Crew Leader.
• Maintain a commercial driver's license with a tank endorsement when qualified.
• Assess a situation and make a field condition safe for Gas Pipeline Operations and Maintenance Workgroup when qualified.
• Operate light duty trucks and associated trailers.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage rate of $34.53 per hour, subject to collective bargaining agreements.

What This Job Offers

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