Field Garage Mechanic A

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.

Shift

Shift is Monday – Thursday 2:30pm - 11:00 pm. Friday 12:00pm- 8:30pm subject to change based off business needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Must always work safely 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; research problems via repair manuals, schematics, OEM’s, service bulletins and other mechanics, as needed
• Use hand tools and power tools to disassemble, access and reassemble 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 midsize, heavy-duty vehicles, specialized equipment and cars
• Transport vehicles to and from contracted repair facilities
• Perform offsite errands to pick up parts/supplies and make deliveries
• 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
• Communicate effectively with fellow team members and Managers both verbally and written

Qualifications

• Minimum: Record of at least 18 years of age or older
• Possess a High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience
• Possess and maintain a valid Class A California Driver's License Permit by day one of hire
• 4 or more years of proven experience as a certified Journey-level Mechanic working with light, medium and/or heavy-duty equipment service and repair
• Able to work in all types of weather extremes
• Able to work flexible schedules, extended hours, nights, weekends, and/or overtime (scheduled or ad hoc)
• Able and willing 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
• Capable of kneeling, squatting or crawling as needed
• Desired: Must have own tools and toolbox
• One year experience with Air brakes, Hydraulics
• One year experience with Heavy-duty diesel equipment and/or vehicles
• Demonstrated experience with regulated inspections such as Cal OSHA Boom Inspections and CHP BIT Inspections
• One year experience vehicle electrical systems and electronic computer-controlled systems
• Demonstrated experience with welding and fabricating
• Demonstrated experience with reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints
• Record of residence within 50 miles from headquarters

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.