Construction Operator-General Construction Gas

Requisition ID # 165180

Department Overview

Gas Operations is focused on ensuring the safe and reliable flow of natural gas to our customers. Gas Operations is responsible for all aspects of PG&E's gas distribution and transmission operations, including planning, engineering, maintenance and construction, restoration and emergency response. This position is within the In-Line Inspection department which supports the cleaning and inspection of transmission lines for the whole gas transmission territory.

Position Summary

This is an IBEW Local 1245 represented classification, which has years of experience representing employees at PG&E and is subject to collective bargaining.

The Construction Operator- GC position is an intermediate position within the Gas Transmission & Distribution General Construction team advancement opportunities for motivated individuals who perform successfully. Work is predominantly outdoors and in all weather conditions and highly physical position involved in supporting SCADA construction.

Due to supporting inspection and cleaning of pipelines employee will be required to complete hazmat training, respirator fit up and obtain heavy equipment certifications. Work requires a significant mobility, working safely around large equipment and above ground piping, operating pneumatic, hydraulic, and battery-operated tools, and extensive travel to support projects.

The position is a General Construction position, and individuals must be able to travel and transfer to a new headquarters 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. The individual must be able to drive safely, work extended hours; travel 100% of the time, and wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment. The position may be in various locations throughout the PG&E service territory which cover all the regions.

This position is headquartered in Oakland but will be subject to travel per General Construction supporting the entire PG&E service territory.

This position is a DOT (Department of Transportation) covered classification and is subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening.

PG&E is providing the hourly rate that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This position is subject to collectively bargained hourly wage rates and increases. The starting wage rate for this position is $53.42 per hour. This wage rate is specific to the locality of the job. The wage rate is based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreements, and internal equity.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Minimum

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Ability to pass federally mandated random drug and alcohol testing

Must possess and maintain a valid Class A California Driver's License Permit (or higher) by day one of hire

Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License (or higher) by day one 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

Must be able to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Desired

2 years of Utility worker or general construction experience

Knowledge of gas standards and specifications

Experience in hydrovac operating.

Demonstrated ability to work with others and follow directions.

Current or past work experience with PG&E and/or Hiring Hall, job related

Good organizational skills

Knowledge of basic computer skills

2 years of experience in operating miscellaneous construction equipment and vehicles