Requisition ID # 168113 Job Category: Maintenance / Construction / Operations Job Level: Individual Contributor Business Unit: Electric Operations Work Type: Onsite Job Location: Red Bluff Department Overview The workers of Electric Operations ensure the delivery of safe and reliable electrical service to our customers. Electric Operations is responsible for every aspect of PG&E's electric distribution and transmission operations, including planning, engineering, maintenance and construction, asset management, business planning, restoration and emergency response. Position Summary This is an International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1245 represented classification, which has over 100 years of experience representing employees at PG&E. This job is subject to collective bargaining. We are looking for individuals with basic experience or training in any or all the following: electrical and/or mechanical work, high voltage, electrical construction, line workers, carpentry, equipment operations, general construction knowledge and/or physical labor work experience. Duties will vary, but could include operation of hand and power tools, assisting apprentice line workers, journey line workers, Crew Lead and miscellaneous equipment operators, pulling cable, working with large rotating equipment and loading and unloading material/equipment. The Utility Worker-GC works in a variety of environments including remote locations, elevated heights, confined spaces and around bodies of water. Workers may be exposed to poison oak, snakes, spiders, bees, mosquitoes, ticks and rodents. The Utility Worker-GC is a General Construction position, and individuals must be able to travel and transfer to 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. To better represent the communities we serve, applicants who live within 50 miles of the headquarter location will be given preference. This position may be a DOT (Department of Transportation) covered classification and is subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening. PG&E provides 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 $38.74 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. Job Responsibilities • Load and unload equipment, material, job site debris and maintain housekeeping according to PG&E’s 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 their journey line worker and/or supervisor at all times • Must be able to read and comply with all required company standards and procedures • Must work in a team environment • Must work safely at all times as defined by PG&E's safety standards and procedures Qualifications Minimum: • 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 • Electrical troubleshooting • Demonstrated experience with basic hand and power tools used in the commercial construction industry • Digging/ installing conduit above/below ground • Previous physical labor experience • Electrical construction experience • Military experience • Relevant PG&E experience • Relevant Hiring Hall experience • Graduate from an approved Power Pathway® Program • Must have a good attitude and to be able to work in a team environment • Must be able to receive and understand written and verbal instruction • Knowledge of construction and maintenance terminology, processes, and procedures as needed to perform at the job level • Knowledge of test and field equipment sufficient to set-up, use, and maintain as needed to perform at the job level • To better represent the communities we serve, applicants who live within 50 miles of the headquarters will be given preference Pre-Employment Testing PG&E Employees: You must have qualified on all prerequisite tests prior to submitting an application, and all secondary tests prior to interviewing. For more information on prerequisite and secondary exams, including study guides, please visit the Pre-employment testing program website. • Physical Test Battery • Post-Offer Physical Assessment Utility Worker • Work Orientation Inventory-Physical/Technical Driving
See More Details >>Electricians earn $32 to $34 per hour We train and promote from within Excellent low-cost health benefits Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions Paid vacation and 10 holidays At Sierra Pacific Industries , we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us. We are a fourth-generation family-owned company that has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the United States. Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other facilities, including: manufacturing, custom wood-framed windows, fabrication, millwork, veneer, cogeneration, trucking, forestry, and other operations. Currently, we are seeking a qualified Electrician to work collaboratively with our Windows division in Red Bluff, California . About the Position • Install, repair, and maintain electrical and mechanical systems and mechanical defects • Operate cutting torch, gas welder, drill press, grinder, and hand tools • Able to troubleshoot and repair solid-state and relay-controlled equipment • Program, troubleshoot and repair Motion controls, plc, MMI, HMI equipment • Design and build electrical panels • Install electrical conduit, wiring, motor controls, starters, VFD, and soft starts • Perform production and facility equipment electrical preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs • Work towards testing and qualifying as a Master Electrician Qualifications • 2 years' recent verifiable related work history required or educational equivalent • Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and programming, motor control circuits, 480 volt 3-phase AC/DC motors, starters, electrical and hydraulic systems required • Fabrication and HVAC experience is preferred • Able to design and build electrical panels • Basic knowledge of rigging, lifting and moving heavy equipment • Experience updating and drawing electrical prints • Basic knowledge of high voltage and main switch gear layout, troubleshooting and repairs and of the National Electric Codes (NEC) and how to apply Why Join Our Team? Because this is more than an invitation, it's a commitment to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth to everyone! We ask people to grow with us and make the company even better. We provide an excellent benefit package including a full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums, a 401(k) with Company Match, additional Retirement Contributions , and company-paid Life Insurance. How to Apply If you are qualified and would like to join our team, please apply online and view all our career opportunities at: spi.careers Let's talk! (530) 528-3855 Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans. About Our Company Sierra Pacific Industries is a fourth-generation family-owned company based in Northern California that started in 1949 and has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the U.S., employing around 6,500 crew members. Sierra Pacific continues to be a company where its employees are proud to work at state-of-the-art facilities and others strive to become part of the team. We own and sustainably manage more than 2.4 million acres of timberland in California, Oregon, and Washington. Our forests are sustainably managed under a 100-year plan by Registered Professional Foresters, Wildlife Biologists, Botanists, and other professionals. We are growing forests for our future, planting over 6 million new trees every year. In Spring 2024, we planted our 300 millionth seedling on our timberlands. This milestone was decades in the making, reflecting our commitment to sustainable forest management and ensuring we have forests not just for today, but for generations to come. Sierra Pacific effectively uses nearly 100% of every piece of wood we bring to our facilities. In fact, any small amount that isn't turned into hand-crafted doors and windows, millwork, lumber, or landscaping material is actually converted into electricity in our eight biomass-fueled power plants. We are proud that all Sierra Pacific facilities follow our drug-free and tobacco-free policies. As part of our safety in the workplace policy, an offer of employment is subject to a negative drug screen result. We use E-verify to verify the social security number and work authorization of all newly hired employees. Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Red Bluff, CA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. With an average wage of $451 per week and a projected job growth of 11%, the electrical trade in Red Bluff offers promising opportunities for aspiring electricians. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help connect apprentices with experienced professionals, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
