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.
Field Mechanic A position is a journey-level professional mechanic with a solid knowledge and background in a wide variety of skills. These skills include, but are not limited to, equipment service and repair of Mobile Hydraulics, Aerial Hydraulics, OSHA Boom Inspections, CHP BIT Inspections, Air Brakes, Diesel and Gasoline powered vehicles and equipment. They are responsible for the maintenance and repair of company owned, gas utility-related vehicles (service, construction, transport and passenger vehicles) and various types of equipment.
This position is a DOT (Department of Transportation) covered classification and is subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening.
Responsibilities:
-Must work safely at all times as defined by PG&E's safety standards and procedures
-Inspect components on vehicles/equipment and document adjustments needed
-Conduct visual, auditory and operational inspection of vehicles and equipment to identify and troubleshoot problems for repair; identifies problem causes; researches problems via repair manuals, schematics, OEM's, service bulletins and other mechanics, as needed.
-Use hand tools and power tools to disassemble, access and re-assemble equipment or components; removes and replaces broken or worn parts (such as cylinders, brakes and gaskets); performs tune-ups and electrical repairs.
-Use power and hand tools to access, repair, remove and/or replace worn or broken parts.
-Perform oil change filters and automotive services at factory-recommend intervals
-Use hands in a dexterous manner to manipulate various tools and perform repairs as needed
-Drive to remote facilities and job sites to service and maintain vehicles and equipment
-Drive mid-size, heavy-duty vehicles, specialized equipment and cars
-Transport vehicles to and from contracted repair facilities
-Perform off-site errands to pick up parts/supplies and make deliveries
-Responsible for fueling and performing safety inspections of vehicles
-Maintain records of completed work by notes and/or computer
-Maintain job area in a clean and safe order and ensure materials are properly stored
-Maintain ethical, professional, and courteous relations with contractors and clients
-Perform as a team member with all employees
-Comply with all corporate facility standards and company policies
-Manage a high volume of maintenance tasks with frequently changing priorities while maintaining professional demeanor
-Communicate effectively with fellow team members and Managers both verbally and written
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E)
77 Beale St
San Francisco
California United States
www.pge.com
