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Requisition ID: 173449
Job Category: Transportation
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Energy Delivery
Work Type: Onsite
Job Location: Santa Rosa
Department Overview
PG&E's Transportation Services team is responsible for managing all aspects of the PG&E transportation related equipment. The transportation team is comprised of several interrelated departments including transportation engineering, garage operations, aircraft operations, and business operations (Fleet IT, Regulatory & Compliance, Pool and Rental Management & Fleet Finance). Each of these departments will work together to provide our clients with a full service transportation solution. The work of our Transportation Services department is key to the company's success and provides challenge and variety beyond the day-to-day business operations associated with the service and repair of the PG&E operating fleet.
Position Summary
This is an International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1245 represented classification, which has over 100 years of experience representing employees at PG&E. This job is subject to collective bargaining.
A garage person provides excellent customer service to employees and visitors of the PG&E Service Center garage(s) and are also responsible for performing vehicle and equipment service work. They are expected to take initiative and promptly assist everyone who visits the garage. Automotive duties may include, but are not limited to technical maintenance inspections, tire rotations and oil changes. They are the first point of contact and are expected to perform work duties safely and courteously. Individuals will be responsible for parking, staging, detailing and maintaining vehicles. A Garage Person will be required to operate and drive vehicles with automatic and manual transmissions.
This position is a DOT (Department of Transportation) covered classification and is subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening.
PG&E is providing the hourly rate range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual hourly rate paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreement, and internal equity. Under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement, the starting hourly rate for this position is $35.82, subject to collectively bargained wage increases.
Responsibilities:
- Park company equipment.
- Oil servicing.
- Dispense fuel and clean company vehicles.
- Change and repair tires.
- Perform facility and equipment preventive maintenance inspections and minor adjustments.
- Service batteries.
- Perform necessary janitorial/housekeeping duties.
- Perform driving assignments as required.
- Perform wash bay duties as required.
- Assist clerk and/or garage crew lead with garage key and tool inventory/calibration/etc.
- Assist clerk and/or garage crew lead with additional administrative tasks as required.
- Other department duties.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Possess a High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
- Must possess a valid California Driver’s License or equivalent by day one of hire.
- Possess and maintain a valid Class A California Driver's License Permit by day one of hire.
- Ability to work in all types of weather extremes.
- Ability to drive safely in all weather and road conditions.
- Ability to operate and drive a manual transmission.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds a minimum of one time a day.
- Must be able to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Desired Qualifications:
- Record of residence within 50 miles from headquarters.
- Previous PG&E or Hiring Hall Garageman experience.
- 1 year of work experience in a repair garage environment.
- Previous PowerPathway graduate/Current PowerPathway student.
- Demonstrated experience with computer equipment (computer keyboard and mouse).
- Demonstrated experience with automotive parts and equipment.
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
Work Orientation Inventory-Physical/Technical Driving
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Which energy companies in California sponsor Green Cards?
Several large energy employers in California have established Green Card sponsorship programs, including Chevron (headquartered in San Ramon), Pacific Gas and Electric, Southern California Edison, and Sempra Energy. Renewable energy developers like NextEra Energy and SunPower have also sponsored Green Cards for specialized engineering and technical roles. Sponsorship is more common at larger companies with dedicated immigration support, though not guaranteed for every position.
Which California cities have the most energy Green Card sponsorship jobs?
The Bay Area leads, with San Ramon hosting Chevron's headquarters and San Francisco home to major utility and cleantech employers. Los Angeles and its surrounding areas have strong activity in renewable energy development and grid management, supported by Southern California Edison and Sempra. Sacramento sees demand tied to state energy policy roles and regulatory agencies. San Diego also has a growing cleantech and offshore wind pipeline.
What types of energy roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in California?
Roles requiring specialized technical or engineering credentials are the most common candidates for Green Card sponsorship. These include petroleum engineers, electrical engineers focused on grid systems, renewable energy project developers, environmental compliance specialists, and energy data analysts. Positions tied to California's grid modernization and offshore wind initiatives have seen growing sponsorship activity. Roles requiring a relevant bachelor's degree or higher generally qualify more readily under EB-2 or EB-3 categories.
How do I find energy Green Card sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters energy jobs in California by Green Card sponsorship, saving you from manually screening hundreds of listings. You can browse roles by visa type and industry, focusing on California-based employers with documented sponsorship history. This is particularly useful in California's energy sector, where sponsorship availability varies significantly between large utilities, independent power producers, and smaller cleantech startups.
Are there California-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in energy?
California's ambitious clean energy mandates, including its 100% clean electricity target, have increased demand for specialized energy talent that employers are often willing to sponsor. However, California's high cost of living and competitive labor market mean employers may first pursue local candidates. State-regulated utilities like PG&E and SCE follow structured hiring processes that can extend Green Card timelines. Roles tied to federally funded infrastructure projects may also have specific labor compliance requirements affecting sponsorship eligibility.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card energy jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.