Machinist

Company: PG&E Corporation
Location: Emeryville
Posted on: March 23, 2026

Job Description:

Requisition ID 170692 Job Category: Maintenance / Construction / Operations Job Level: Individual Contributor Business Unit: Strategy & Growth Work Type: Onsite Job Location: Emeryville Department Overview Electric Operations ensure the delivery of safe and reliable electric service to our customers. Electric Operations is responsible for every aspect of PG&E's electric distribution and transmission operations, including planning, engineering, maintenance and construction, asset management, business planning, restoration and emergency response. The PG&E Electric Repair Facility department provides tested and repaired Distribution Line Equipment and quality inspected and tested rubber protective equipment plus the evaluation and scrapping of used oil filled equipment. PG&E Repair Facility also dispatches Field Repair crews to assist Distribution Line crews with the trouble-shooting and repairs of Distribution Line equipment as well as Transmission/ Substation support. Position Summary This is an IBEW Local 1245 represented classification, which has over 100 years of experience representing employees at PG&E. We are looking for an employee who is a journeyman and who is qualified to do precision work with all types of machine shop tools, both power and bench, and is engaged in the performance of such work in connection with the manufacture, maintenance, and repair of all types of machinery. This may include the complete fabrication of a job from plans or sketches, the grinding or shaping of tools, related welding and rigging, and laying out and setting up of jobs. Background of apprenticeship and experience must be such that an employee can perform these duties with skill and efficiency. Machine Shop environment: Informal, sheltered, machinery noises, slab floors, temperature-controlled. This position is a DOT covered classification and is subject to random drug/and or alcohol screening. PG&E is providing the hourly rate that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This position is subject to collectively bargained hourly wage rates and increases. The starting wage rate for this position is $65.27 per hour. This wage rate is specific to the locality of the job. The wage rate is based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreements, and internal equity. Job Responsibilities - Operates saws, drills, grinders, mills, and sanders; works with blank stock steel to cut, punch, bend, shape and assemble replacement parts. Solders tinning copper and lathes flat bar. - Uses hand tools and power tools to repair, modify or overhaul mechanical equipment. - Operates drills, lathes, and mills. Repair or modify pumps to manufacturer specs and load busters (line equipment). - Uses hand tools and power tools to perform preventative maintenance and scheduled Maintenance on heavy machinery/equipment. - Performs cleaning, lubricating, adjusting, and checking for wear. Maintains work areas in a clean and safe condition; picks up scrap metal, worn parts, and other materials. Cleans equipment using air hose, broom, shop vacuum and steam cleaner. -Conducts inspections of equipment and evaluates the need for maintenance, repair or replacement; references work orders, blueprints, and manuals. Submits needs for repair; records identified problems, measurements, and sketches or proposed changes. -Operates crane/hoist, scissor lift, or pallet jack to load and unload equipment, parts, and materials; may also manually unload and stock incoming parts and supplies. - Communicates by phone or radio or in person with foreman, other machinists, other company personnel, and parts vendors. Uses Repair Tracking System (RTS) on computer, accesses repair histories. Records material usage for inventory and charges. Qualifications Minimum: Must be at least 18 years of age • Must possess a High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience • Must possess a valid California Driver's License or ability to obtain one by first day of employment • Must be able to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) • Ability to work in all types of extreme temperature and weather conditions • Ability to drive safely in all weather and road conditions • Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays • Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds a minimum of one time a day • Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job Desired: • Machinist Apprenticeship – 3 years • Prior experience as an Apprentice Machinist • Mechanical Aptitude • Familiar with Machine Shop environment: Informal, sheltered, machinery noises, slab floors, temperature-controlled. • Skill with power tools • Problem solving skills • Graduate of the Bridge to Utility Worker PowerPathway® Program • In an effort to better represent the communities we serve, further consideration will be provided to candidates living within 50 miles of headquarters • Relevant Hiring Hall and/ or PG&E Experience • Electrical and/ or mechanical experience in the military • Possess communication skills 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. Physical Test Battery Hiring Leader Name: John Ku Pacific Gas and Electric Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that actively pursues and hires a workforce that reflects the hometowns we serve.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability status,medical condition, protected veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the job.

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