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February 06, 2010
Electrical Machinist – Potter Valley, CA
Electrical Machinist – Potter Valley, CA - PG&E
This is an IBEW represented classification currently subject to collective bargaining. The weekly salary is $1,620.40.
Open Until Filled
Department Overview
Operations and Maintenance (O&M) responsibly operates and maintains PG&E’s hydro facilities to ensure they are safe for employees, neighbors and the environment, and that hydro generation services support PG&E’s ability to be responsive to our customer’s demands for cost-competitive and reliable energy. Our core business and contribution to PG&E’s vision to be the leading utility in the United States is the operation and maintenance of our generation facilities. Future success hinges on our ability to continuously improve operating results, becoming more reliable, effective and efficient in generation of electricity for our customers.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for welding, machine work, and electrical work at hydro-electric facilities and for hydro maintenance, including repair or replacement of mal-performing pumps, governors, generators and other powerhouse components.
You must be able to lift up to 75 lbs., use ladders and work at heights and in confined spaces, and be able and willing to ride in a helicopter to job sites. You must also be able to travel at least 20% of the time; occasional overnight stays.
Responsibilities:
Perform inspections to evaluate the need for maintenance, repair or replacement of broken or poor-performing pumps, governors, generators and other powerhouse components (large and small). References work orders, blueprints, schematics, and manuals, as necessary, to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems on hydro-electric equipment.
Perform varied prep work, hook-up of wenches, and obtaining clearances. Use pipe wrenches to secure pipe, and uses chain wrench to unscrew pipe
Use air grinders, wire welders, saws, drills, and other pneumatic equipment to fabricate and repair worn or broken equipment and components, and to apply hard facing materials, to reduce wear from abrasion. Types of welding include SMAW, GMAW, and MIG. Work with blank stock steel to cut, punch, bend and shape and assemble brackets and replacement parts.
Operate crane to remove deck plates; operate forklift or scissors lift to unload supplies and equipment; operate boom truck or truck crane to position equipment or machinery.
Document accounting information by logging in, typing, and retrieving maintenance history on equipment and tools. Record daily diary and update maintenance log.
Using phone or radio, communicate with vendors to order parts, supplies, and materials. Contact warehouse personnel for orders and delivery of stocked items.
Maintain work areas in a clean and safe condition; pick up scrap metal, worn parts, welding materials, and dispose as necessary. Clean off equipment and work area, using air hose, broom, shop vac and steam cleaner; clean truck as needed. Load equipment, parts, supplies and tools. Stock incoming equipment.
Request replacement parts and supplies; research part identifications and available locations; contact vendors and suppliers, as needed.
Occasionally drive one-ton utility bed truck with 4-wheel drive to various jobs. Transport tools, equipment, and materials in truck bins.
Qualifications
Required:
Must qualify on the Physical Test Battery (PTB)
4+ years of maintenance experience in power generation environment
Valid driver’s license
Desired:
Demonstrated experience to perform precision work with all types of machine tools
Demonstrated experience with welding and rigging
Demonstrated experience as an electrician with moderate skill
Journey level machinist experience
Demonstrated ability to operate fork lift, man lift, and crane
Class A driver’s license
Demonstrated ability to repair, install, and maintaining all types of mechanical and electrical equipment in hydroelectric plants, dams and related facilities
Equal Employment Opportunity, M/F/D/V.
ContactMarya Bloodsaw
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
M2Bw@pge.com
925-459-6063 office