Pacific Gas and Electric

Substation Operator

Pacific Gas and Electric

Sacramento, CA, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceEntry LevelHigh school or equivalent
Job Description

At Pacific Gas and Electric, we are looking for an experienced and hardworking Substation Operator to join our team and help us provide safe, reliable energy to our customers. The qualified candidate will be a responsible and motivated individual with a strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of experience in operating and maintaining substations or related experience in the electric power industry. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with experience in basic computer applications. The successful candidate must be able to read and understand technical documents and diagrams, and have the ability to work independently.We need someone who is a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and is willing to work in a fast-paced environment. If this sounds like you, please apply today and join us in our mission to deliver clean energy to our customers!

Responsibilities:

  1. Operate and maintain substations and related electric power industry equipment.
  2. Read and understand technical documents and diagrams related to substations and related equipment.
  3. Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems to identify root causes and take corrective action.
  4. Monitor and control the flow of electricity through the substations and related equipment.
  5. Perform regular maintenance and inspections of all substation equipment.
  6. Utilize basic computer applications to help with daily tasks.
  7. Work closely with other team members to ensure safe and reliable energy delivery to customers.
  8. Adhere to all safety regulations and industry standards.
  9. Maintain accurate records and logs of all equipment and system performance.
  10. Respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
Where is this job?
This job is located at Sacramento, CA, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Computer Proficiency

  • Strong Mechanical And Electrical Aptitude

  • Knowledge Of Standard Electrical Safety Procedures

  • Ability To Read And Interpret Schematics And Diagrams

  • Experience In Power Plant Operations

  • Ability To Work Independently And With A Team

  • Proficiency In Troubleshooting Electrical Equipment

  • Ability To Work In A High Stress Environment

Required Skills
  • Documentation

  • Testing

  • Networking

  • Troubleshooting

  • Scheduling

  • Reporting

  • Compliance

  • Maintenance

  • Communications

  • safety

  • electrical

  • Operations

  • Protection

  • Metering

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Leadership

  • Problem Solving

  • Time management

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • creativity

  • self-motivation

  • flexibility

  • Critical thinking

  • collaboration

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Substation Operator in Sacramento, CA, USA is $30,745 to $76,867 per year. This range is based on an analysis of salaries from various sources.

Additional Information
Pacific Gas and Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedJune 27th, 2023
Apply BeforeJuly 20th, 2025
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About Pacific Gas and Electric

PG&E Corp. is a holding company of PG&E Co., which engages in generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity and natural gas to customers.

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