Equipment Mechanic

About the role

The Fleet Maintenance Department is part of PG&E’s Transportation Services Department, operating out of six areas in the PG&E service territory and providing vehicle maintenance and service to PG&E owned and leased vehicles and equipment. This position is an IBEW Local 1245 represented classification subject to collective bargaining. An Equipment Mechanic is a journey‑level role requiring solid knowledge of mechanical skills including mobile and aerial hydraulics, OSHA boom inspections, CHP BIT inspections, air brakes, electrical and electronic systems, diesel and gasoline powered vehicles and equipment. The mechanic performs maintenance, inspection, and repair of company‑owned utility‑related equipment. The role is a DOT‑covered classification subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening. The position is located in American Canyon (North Coast area) and may be subject to change based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Conducts 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, OEMs, service bulletins and other mechanics as needed.
• Uses 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.
• Performs preventative maintenance and inspections as required on all types of mobile equipment.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
• Valid Class A California Driver's License and valid DMV Medical Card by day‑one of hire.
• Four or more years of proven experience as a certified journey‑level mechanic working with light, medium and/or heavy‑duty equipment service and repair.
• Ability to work in all types of weather extremes.
• Drive safely in all weather and road conditions.
• Work flexible schedules, extended hours, nights, weekends, and/or overtime (scheduled or ad hoc).
• Ability to wear company‑provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Lift and carry up to 75 pounds a minimum of one time a day.
• Capable of climbing on, under and around equipment.
• Capable of bending and twisting using proper safety techniques.
• Physically able to kneel, squat or crawl as needed.

Desired:

• One year experience with air brakes.
• One year experience with hydraulics.
• One year experience with heavy‑duty diesel equipment and/or vehicles.
• Experience with regulated inspections such as Cal OSHA Boom Inspections and CHP BIT Inspections.
• Experience with vehicle electrical systems and electronic computer‑controlled systems.
• Demonstrated experience with welding and fabricating.
• Demonstrated experience with reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints.
• Must own tools and tool box.
• Record of residence within 50 miles of the headquarters to better represent the communities served.

Pay

The starting wage rate for this position is $65.27 per hour. This rate is specific to the locality and is based on factors such as skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreements, and internal equity. The position is subject to collectively bargained hourly wage rates and increases.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 6:00 am – 2:30 pm.