Electric Utility Worker

Pacific Gas and Electric Company

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

Posted 9/24/2026full-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 the ability to work collaboratively in diverse weather conditions and follow safety protocols while performing tasks related to electrical construction and maintenance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Class C California Driver's LicenseHeavy Equipment OperationUnderground Trenching ExperienceSafety Tailboard ExperiencePhysical Labor Experience

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Hard Skills

Construction WorkTrenchingExcavationRestorationConduit InstallationElectrical ConstructionHazard RecognitionPhysical AssessmentsPPE ComplianceLifting and Carrying 50 Pounds

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationFollowing DirectionsReceiving Instructions

Tools & Technologies

Hand ToolsPower Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDClass A California Driver's License (Desired)

Industry Keywords

PG&E Safety StandardsConstruction TerminologyDOT-Covered ClassificationPowerPathway® Program

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Load and unload equipment, materials, job-site debris, and maintain housekeeping according to PG&E safety standards
Dig trenches and holes in an ergonomically safe manner
Perform construction work in the field and in all weather conditions throughout the PG&E service territory
Use and maintain various hand and power tools and equipment
Assist apprentice line workers, journey line workers, Crew Leads, and equipment operators
Pull cable and work with large rotating equipment
Follow directions from journey line workers and/or supervisors
Read and comply with company standards and procedures
Work safely and collaboratively in a team environment
Travel and transfer to new headquarters upon request, with potentially extended periods away from home

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, holidays, and various work schedules
Ability to travel and transfer to a new headquarters upon request throughout the PG&E service territory
Ability to work in remote 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 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 confined spaces and elevated areas
Must be able to perform work from ladders, platforms, metal grating, scaffolds, and/or ropes
Must be able to work with and/or around bodies of water and helicopters
Desired: Class A California Driver's License
Desired: Basic hand and power tool experience
Desired: Underground trenching, excavation, restoration, and conduit installation experience
Desired: Heavy equipment operation experience
Desired: Safety tailboard and hazard recognition experience
Desired: Physical labor, electrical construction, military, PG&E, or Hiring Hall experience
Desired: PowerPathway® program graduation
Must be able to receive and understand written and verbal instructions
Knowledge of construction and maintenance terminology, processes, and procedures
May be subject to DOT-covered classification and random drug and/or alcohol screening
Must complete applicable pre-employment testing and physical assessments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Collective bargaining representation through IBEW Local 1245
Collectively bargained hourly wage rates and increases
Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Equal Employment Opportunity employer