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PG&E Corporation

Electrical Technician

Tracy, CA

$82.53/hr

... to PG&E's goal of becoming the leading utility in the United States. Pacific Gas and Electric ... Position Summary This is an International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1245 ...

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How much do full time pg&e utility worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time pg&e utility worker in the United States is $19.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a full time PG&E utility worker?

Full Time PG&E Utility Workers are employees who perform a variety of tasks to support the safe and reliable delivery of gas and electric services for Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). Their duties typically include maintenance, repair, and construction work on utility lines and equipment, as well as responding to emergencies and outages. Utility workers may also assist with safety inspections, operate machinery, and ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards. This role often involves outdoor work in various weather conditions and requires physical stamina, attention to safety, and teamwork skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a full time PG&E utility worker?

To thrive as a Full Time PG&E Utility Worker, you need a high school diploma or GED, physical stamina, mechanical aptitude, and a valid driver’s license. Familiarity with hand and power tools, safety protocols, and sometimes certifications like OSHA training are typically required. Strong teamwork, communication skills, and attention to detail set candidates apart in this safety-critical role. These skills ensure efficient, safe operations and high service reliability in demanding utility environments.

What are some typical challenges faced by full time PG&E utility workers, and how can new hires prepare for them?

Full Time PG&E Utility Workers often encounter physically demanding tasks, variable weather conditions, and the need to follow strict safety protocols. New hires should be prepared for outdoor work in all seasons and frequent lifting or manual labor. Effective communication is essential, as utility workers collaborate closely with team members and supervisors to complete projects safely and efficiently. Familiarity with safety standards and a willingness to learn on the job can help new employees adapt quickly and succeed in this role.

What is the difference between Full Time Pg&E Utility Worker vs Line Locator?

AspectFull Time Pg&E Utility WorkerLine Locator
CredentialsHigh school diploma, safety training, CDL often preferredHigh school diploma, safety training, some certifications
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, utility sites, construction areasOutdoor, near power lines, construction zones
Employer & IndustryPacific Gas & Electric, utility industryUtility companies, often PG&E or contractors
Job FocusPerforming maintenance, repairs, and installationsLocating underground or overhead utility lines

Full Time Pg&E Utility Workers handle maintenance and repair of electrical infrastructure, while Line Locators focus on identifying utility lines to prevent damage during construction. Both roles require safety training and outdoor work, but their primary responsibilities differ within the utility industry.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Pg&E Utility Worker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,029 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Principal Incident Investigator - Location Flexible

PG&E Corporation

Buellton, CA • Hybrid

$238K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New

Job description

Requisition ID # 172756 

Job Category: Compliance / Risk / Quality Assurance 

Job Level: Manager/Principal

Business Unit: Strategy & Growth

Work Type: Hybrid

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Department Overview

The Electric Compliance Assurance department is part of the Electric Risk & Compliance organization, where together we will embed compliance and risk in all that we do and achieve regulatory outcomes that support the business’ needs. The work of this department is critical in our efforts to find compliance challenges and identify areas of risk so that we can fix them. The main functions of this department are identifying areas of compliance risk and opportunities to mitigate those risks, including through incident reporting and investigations, overseeing Electric Operations and Power Generation Corrective Action Program (CAP), and validating the controls on the organization. 

Position Summary

PG&E is seeking an experienced business professional to be a member of the Electric Compliance Assurance Team as an Incident Investigator, Principal. The Investigator will be responsible for investigating incidents or items of interest. The investigations could be related to Electric Incidents Reports (EIRs) to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), items of interest to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), or other areas of compliance risk to determine the cause and any corrective or preventive measures to mitigate reoccurrence. 

This role will have a high level of visibility with PG&E leadership and will support one or many aspects of Compliance Assurance’s scope. A strong applicant will be an organized, motivated, curious, a consensus builder, and seeks to understand the “bigger picture”. Location of this position is flexible within PG&E service territory and will requires travel to incident sites and other locations throughout PG&E’s service territory (approximately 10-20% of the time) to coordinate investigations, meetings, and site visits. This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and assigned office based on business needs.

The selected candidate must live within PG&E’s service territory.

PG&E is providing the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job.  The actual salary paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, and internal equity.  Although we estimate the successful candidate hired into this role will be placed towards the middle or entry point of the range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis related to these factors.​

A reasonable salary range is:

Minimum Base Salary (Bay Area)            $140,000.00

Mid Base Salary (Bay Area)        $189,000.00

Maximum Base Salary (Bay Area)           $238,000.00

Minimum Base Salary (California)         $133,000.00

Mid Base Salary (California)      $180,000.00

Maximum Base Salary (California)        $226,000.00

Job Responsibilities

  • Investigates and manages investigations of medium to high risk to PG&E, including working with PG&Es Legal team. Prepares and submits summary of investigation, including identifying corrective actions and gaining consensus with senior and executive leadership to mitigate risk. 
  • Identifies and summarizes compliance risk concerns, including forecasting potential Notices of Violation (NOVs) or equivalent.
  • Prepares and submits responses to investigations, NOVs, or equivalent.
  • Manages very complex investigations and data analysis projects with very limited supervision from initial request to presenting data results, ensuring that the project is completed within budget and on-time.
  • Acts as a thought leader, applying extensive data processing and data analysis expertise in the development of strategy or resolution to complex investigations and/or data sets. 
  • Manages major and complex cross functional data projects that have broad company implications.
  • Manages extracting data and transferring the data from databases to various analysts to support operational analysis efforts.
  • Analyzes data using various advanced statistical tools to develop reports, summaries, and trends.
  • Acts as team lead and provides direction to less experienced employees.
  • Project manages investigations, including building consensus with multiple senior/executive leaders to stay on schedule.

Qualifications

Minimum:

  • BA/BS Degree in Marketing, Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or other related field or equivalent work experience
  • Eight (8) years of related work experience
  • Travel is required (approximately 10% to 20% of the time) to incident sites and other facilities throughout PG&E’s service territory for investigations, meetings, and site visits. 

Desired:

  • BA/BS Degree in Electrical Engineering or Science Fields (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
  • Master’s Degree in related field or equivalent experience.
  • Experience with electric operation systems (data systems within electric operations).
  • Strong organizational, prioritization and multi-tasking skills. Advanced communication and presentation skills to deliver highly complex data and findings to Senior and Executive Management.
  • Expertise in project management to lead large, cross functional projects, and develop concise data findings for Senior and Executive Management. 
  • Proven ability to prepare materials for and effectively communicate/present highly complex findings to senior and executive leaders with clarity, gain consensus on path forward on aggressive timelines. 
  • Ability to handle multiple projects with critical deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment. Comfortable with escalation to senior and executive leadership.
  • Advanced skill in Microsoft Excel/Access (complex formulas, graphing, VBA)
  • Certification in Root Cause Analysis (e.g., TapRooT®, Cause Mapping, or equivalent)
  • Professional Certified Investigator (PCI – ASIS)
  • Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI)
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) – Electrical Engineering preferred; any active PE licensure considered
  • Lean Six Sigma Certification
  • Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)

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