Gas Operator Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary:

Gas T&D Operations Leadership is responsible for managing teams directly or indirectly involved in operations & maintenance of the gas transmission and distribution system including completing all unplanned, emergent work and all mandated program work. Oversight of personnel performing maintenance work, short-cycle construction work. Manage teams that work on: Complete all unplanned, emergent work Execute the required Operations & Maintenance Plan leak survey, leak repair, I&R, locate & mark, corrosion remediation, and patrolling work as listed in the annual workplan. Document completed work to share with Engineering to update Enterprise Systems (GIS) Make minor adjustments to achieve the workplan as defined by the Asset & Resource Management (<10% variation to original plan) Communicate concerns regarding scope, schedule, and cost to Resource Management for adjustment Manage pressure regulation, odorization, instrumentation assets and inform Asset Management of future needs to incorporate into the yearly Asset Plan Address emergency situations that arise as a first responder Forecast Emergency Work, Maintenance Work Emergency response & fulfillment of Incident Commander role Develop work force strategy (internal & external) Inspect & validate work All leaders provide safe gas services while maintaining compliance with all relevant safety and regulatory requirements. Leaders demonstrate safety leadership and promote a safety culture among all employees for themselves, customers, and the general public. Contribute toward Gas Safety Excellence goals by improving safety, reliability and affordability for one or more asset families and one or more life cycles.

This job is also eligible to participate in PG&E's discretionary incentive compensation programs

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:

Bay Area Minimum: $128k

Bay Area Maximum: $218k

&/OR

California Minimum: $122k

California Maximum: $207k

This position is a DOT (Department of Transportation) covered classification and is subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening

Job Responsibilities:

Manages a team a team of gas craft employees, ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements and alignment with company values.

Serves customers by providing timely completion of gas maintenance, gas construction, transmission & regulatory work, and or gas damage control. Ensures that work is executed safely including personal and public safety metrics

Manages emergency responses to all requests including equipment maintenance, ensuring employees respond in a timely manner and provide

total quality service.

Monitors compliance to standards and specifications, to achieve high quality work the first time done. Develops action plans to address deficiencies in process or employee skill/knowledge and tracks the progress of those plans.

Ensures work is executed within scope, schedule and cost expectations

Identifies and pursues productivity improvements and implements work practices to reduce operating costs while meeting corporate and regulatory compliance.

Completes and maintains all work documentation and/or reporting.

Communicates business goals and objectives to the work group and holds all accountable to same.

Develops the business knowledge and technical skills of all field employees. Fosters teamwork within work group and across all company functions.

Ensures that customers' needs and expectations are met; ensures clear, professional, proactive communication with customers.

Fully implements and holds subordinates accountable for safety best practices and adherence to the safety accountability model. Ensures full compliance with the Injury & Illness Prevention Program, working closely with area Safety Program Coordinators. Facilitates weekly team meetings/tailboards and adjunct training as needed.

Oversees both projects and 2nd party contracting within the area of responsibility

Ensures mandated compliance dates and regulations are met

Leads root-cause investigations on all PG&E at-fault dig-ins and/or reportable events.

Monitors the Gas Operator Qualification (OQ) Program and ensures compliance.

Ensures all associated paperwork and work packages are accurate.

Reviews all department maintenance documents for accuracy and completeness prior to filing for future reference or for audit purposes.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

High-School Diploma or GED

CA Driver's License

5 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience may include exposure to utility, maintenance, construction, operations, logistics or service planning work.

Desired:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration, Construction, Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Previous leadership experience, e.g., as a crew foreman.

Experience leading union- represented employees.

Utility experience.

Experience serving and meeting the needs of internal and/or external customers