Electric Utility Worker

Pacific Gas and Electric Company

. Load and unload equipment, material and job-site debris; maintain housekeeping according to PG&E safety standards and procedures .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeStockton • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $39 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong physical capabilities and safety awareness in construction environments, with proficiency in using hand and power tools. Possesses a valid Class C California Driver's License and the ability to work in various weather conditions and terrains.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Class C California Driver's LicensePhysical Labor ExperienceUnderground Trenching ExperienceSafety AwarenessConstruction Terminology Knowledge

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Hard Skills

TrenchingExcavationConduit InstallationHeavy Equipment OperationBasic Hand ToolsPower ToolsHazard RecognitionPhysical Test BatteryPost-Offer Physical AssessmentWork Orientation Inventory-Physical/Technical Driving

Soft Skills

TeamworkCommunicationAbility to Follow Instructions

Tools & Technologies

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDClass A California Driver's License (Desired)Graduate from PowerPathway® Program (Desired)

Industry Keywords

ConstructionSafety StandardsPG&E ProceduresElectrical ConstructionMilitary ExperienceHiring Hall Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Load and unload equipment, material and job-site debris; maintain housekeeping according to PG&E safety standards and procedures
Dig trenches and holes in an ergonomically safe manner
Perform construction work in the field, in all weather conditions, throughout the service territory
Use and maintain various hand and power tools and equipment
Follow the direction of journey line workers and/or supervisors
Read and comply with required company standards and procedures
Work in a team environment
Work safely at all times according to PG&E safety standards and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be at least 18 years of age
Must possess a High School diploma or GED
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 work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays, and various work schedules
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
Ability to work in remote work locations with possible exposure to poison oak, snakes, spiders, bees, mosquitoes, ticks and rodents
Must be able to maneuver on steep and/or uneven terrain
Ability to work around high voltage, energized and/or large mechanical rotating equipment
Must be able to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds over mountainous terrain, dams, canals and/or up stairways and ladders
Must be able to work in a confined space and in elevated areas
Must be able to perform work tasks from ladders, platforms, metal grating, scaffolds and/or ropes
Must be able to work with and/or around bodies of water
Must be able to work with and/or around helicopters
Desired: Class A California Driver's License
Desired experience with conduit, vaults, pads, enclosures, joint trench work, pull boxes, handholes and substructures
Desired experience with basic hand and power tools used in commercial construction
Desired hands-on experience with underground trenching, excavation, restoration, conduit installation and heavy equipment operation
Desired experience with safety tailboards and hazard recognition
Previous physical labor experience, electrical construction experience, military experience, relevant PG&E experience or relevant Hiring Hall experience
Graduate from an approved PowerPathway® Program
Must be able to receive and understand written and verbal instruction
Knowledge of construction and maintenance terminology, processes and procedures
May be subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening
Must complete required pre-employment testing, including the Physical Test Battery, Post-Offer Physical Assessment Utility Worker, and Work Orientation Inventory-Physical/Technical Driving