Gas Service Technician – Field & Safety Pro

PG&E; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

PG&E is seeking a Gas Service Representative in Modesto to respond to gas emergencies and perform safety checks on customer-owned gas appliances. The role is IBEW Local 1245 represented and requires compliance with union and DOT guidelines.

Shift work, possible nights, weekends, and overtime are expected. A valid California driver's license and PPE use are required. Work is onsite with a strong safety and customer-service emphasis.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
• Valid California Driver's License.
• Ability to work in all types of weather extremes.
• Ability to drive safely in all weather and road conditions.
• Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to wear company provided PPE.
• Record of Residence within 30 minutes of job or headquarters.
• Ability to work shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Affixes approved dead end fittings to squeezed-off plastic services.
• Conducts leak survey work.
• Connects and disconnects services at the weather head on new business accounts, including panel upgrades.
• Performs installation and alteration of all domestic and commercial gas meter and regulator sets and equipment.
• Squeezes off (pinch-off) ruptured plastic services which are visible and accessible safely to protect life and property.
• Grades leaks for customer-generated tags.
• Handles single-phase complete outs and voltage issues and flickering lights.
• Performs gas appliance parts replacement in conjunction with regular work.
• Performs turn-ons or shut-offs up to 2 lbs.
• DOT-Operations/Maintenance AND Emergency

Skills

Safety focus

Customer service

Mechanical skills

Education

High School diploma

GED

Job description

PG&E is seeking a Gas Service Representative in Modesto to respond to gas emergencies and perform safety checks on customer-owned gas appliances. The role is IBEW Local 1245 represented and requires compliance with union and DOT guidelines.

Shift work, possible nights, weekends, and overtime are expected. A valid California driver's license and PPE use are required. Work is onsite with a strong safety and customer-service emphasis.