Hydro Utility Operator

Pacific Gas and Electric Company

Hydro Utility Operator maintaining PG&E’s hydroelectric facilities and water systems. Inspecting assets, regulating flows, repairing equipment and documenting safety conditions in California.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timePioneer • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $37 - $57 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in monitoring and maintaining hydroelectric assets, including water systems and equipment, while ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. Proficient in using tools and technology for inspections, repairs, and reporting in various environmental conditions.

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Hydroelectric Asset MonitoringClass A California Driver's LicenseWater System MaintenanceDrone Operation ExperienceBasic SAP Work Management

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Hard Skills

Water Flow RegulationEquipment InspectionMinor RepairsField ReportingPower Tool OperationHeavy Equipment OperationRoutine TestingSafety InspectionsWater Quality AssessmentEmergency Response

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingAdaptabilityAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OutlookMicrosoft TeamsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)DronesUTVsPower ToolsHand ToolsHydroelectric Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

DMV Medical CardPart 107 Drone Certification

Industry Keywords

Hydroelectric Power GenerationWater SystemsEnvironmental ComplianceSafety StandardsRemote Work Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Switching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Patrol, monitor, survey and inspect PG&E's hydroelectric assets
Check and ensure water flow and levels remain unobstructed and compliant
Monitor, maintain, clean, patrol, test and make minor repairs to hydroelectric equipment
Maintain buildings and grounds associated with hydroelectric assets
Clean and maintain canals, ditches, roads, dams, water gates and related water systems
Assist with routine tests on automatic equipment and installation or maintenance of measuring devices
Regulate water diversions to customers when needed
Drive inspection routes in all traffic and weather conditions
Inspect dams, reservoirs, water conveyance structures, roads, bridges, safety signs and related assets on foot or using vehicles, boats, helicopters, drones or UTVs
Identify, document and report damage, service interruptions, water clarity and turbidity issues
Communicate with supervisors, switching centers, coworkers, foremen, crew members, homeowners and the public regarding safety and operating conditions
Record field findings, hazards, deficiencies, proposed solutions and repair needs
Use computers and mobile devices to schedule work, prepare reports, assign corrective work, email and attend remote meetings
Plan inspection routes, conduct vehicle pre-operation safety inspections and participate in tailboard, training and procedural meetings
Use hand and power tools, pumps and hoses to maintain and repair water systems
Operate controls, buttons, dials and switches to regulate power production, temperature and water flow
Fuel vehicles and premix oil and fuels for tools and equipment
Operate heavy equipment such as snow-cats, UTVs, boats and drones based on qualifications
Provide on-the-job training and assistance to other crew members

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be at least 18 years of age
Must possess and maintain a valid Class A California Driver's License Permit by Day 1 of hire
Must possess and maintain a valid DMV Medical Card by Day 1 of hire
Must possess a High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
Ability to work around bodies of water
Ability to work from a helicopter
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, holidays and various work schedules
Must be able to wear company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Ability to lift 50 pounds or more
Ability to work alone in remote areas at times
Ability to work in remote work locations with possible exposure to poison oak, snakes, spiders, bees, mosquitoes, ticks and rodents
Must be able to maneuver on steep and/or uneven terrain
Desired: 5+ years of work experience in a water system, hydroelectric or power generation environment
Desired: experience with basic hand and power tools used in commercial construction
Desired: 1+ years of experience operating mechanized equipment associated with this work
Desired: Part 107 drone certification license
Desired: experience with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Excel and Word
Desired: basic SAP work management experience
Desired: live within 25–50 miles of the service territory
Must complete prerequisite and secondary pre-employment testing as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Subject to collectively bargained wage increases
Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
On-the-job training, orientation, demonstration and assistance
Training classes and meetings