Pacific Gas and Electric Company · 12 hours ago
Principal Transmission Work Methods Specialist
Fresno, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$129K/yr - $220K/yr
10+ years expPacific Gas and Electric Company is seeking a Principal Transmission Work Methods Specialist to provide technical leadership and innovative solutions within the Electric Operations business unit. The role focuses on developing strategies, delivering training, and ensuring improved safety and efficiency in field maintenance and construction processes.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyNatural ResourcesOil and Gas
Responsibilities
A thought leader involved in the strategic planning and direction of the department. Develops strategy and delivers innovative solutions based on industry best practice and benchmarking
Provides technical leadership within the department and guidance to employees and cross-functional teams. Coaches and develops others
Applies unique subject matter expertise, extensive knowledge of concepts, principles and practices to resolve unique and complex problems. Identifies opportunities and brings in ideas to improve company performance
Leads enterprise-wide initiatives and manages multiple large and complex projects. Serves as team leader
Performs with high level of expertise in underground fault-locating, equipment, construction, and is able to transfer that knowledge to field crews
May support or lead response and repairs to large scale emergencies. Provides emergency technical support to field personnel as necessary
May support legal and other departments as witness or subject matter expert. Supports responses to data requests from the CPUC or audit findings, as well as compliance support. May support other high profile public relations issues as necessary
Works with Learning Services on the development of training in key areas such as grounding, lead splices, cold shrink splices, network construction and repairs
Works with curriculum development team to create, revise and improve curriculums to maximize results in alignment with program goals and objectives
Delivers course curriculum to students in classroom and simulated field environment. Prepares lesson plans, field service requirements or other documentation. Coaches and mentors to build student technical understanding, skills, expertise and confidence
Applies technical standards in accordance with company policies and procedures and identifies any gaps in existing policies, procedures and work practices. Communicates with others for continuous improvement
May lead the development of critical new tools and techniques that requires cross functional coordination
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience with 4 years in distribution planning or a related function with experience managing or sponsoring complex engineering projects and 2 years working with network systems
Technical Training Certification (COMPTIA), or equivalent, required, Journeyman certification
Preferred
Certified Journeyman Lineman, Electrician or Electrical Technician
For Distribution, Rubber Glove and Live Line desired
Guidance Document Author Training (CORP-0521)
Certified Journeyman Cable Splicer / Cableman
2+ years of Microsoft office Suite experience
15 years of experience in Electric Distribution systems including experience in network systems
Prior supervisory experience
Experience developing major project business cases methods, best practices, and techniques as needed to perform at the job level
Business, financial acumen. Understanding of value of service and cost benefit analysis
Change management skills with ability to apply change management theories, concepts, methods, best practices, and techniques as needed to perform at the job level
Excellent knowledge of PG&E Electric Utility work procedures and documents including; tailboards, bulletins, and manuals
Ability to develop and deliver technical training
Understanding of electric system reliability
Understanding of electrical power systems including oil analysis
Understanding of network systems, distribution and substation configurations and reliable operations
Understanding of FERC and NERC and CAISO planning criteria
Strong working knowledge of IBEW contract language
Competency in using compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others
Competency in knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
Leadership skills with ability to coach develop others and provide direction and assistance to project teams
Strong organizational skills and excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Company
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Pacific Gas and Electric Company, incorporated in California in 1905, is one of the largest combination natural gas and electric utilities in the United States.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$30.29BKey Investors
DOE Loan Programs OfficeUS Department of Energy
2024-12-17Post Ipo Debt· $15B
2024-12-02Post Ipo Debt· $2.35B
2024-09-24Grant· $34.5M
Leadership Team
Patricia Poppe
Chief Executive Officer, PG&E Corporation
Sumeet Singh
Chief Executive Officer at Pacific Gas and Electric Company and EVP, Energy Delivery
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