PowerPathway – Your Future Starts Here.
Interested in a career in energy but not sure how to get started?
PG&E’s one-of-a-kind, nationally recognized PowerPathway program may be tailor-made for you!
Since 2008, we’ve educated and prepared more than a thousand individuals from all backgrounds for impactful roles at PG&E and in the utility industry at large. Through our programs, you’ll gain the academic skills and job-specific training you need to compete for – and excel in – these exciting, high-demand roles. Together, we make it possible!
Our Strength In Numbers
PowerPathway has graduated over 1,300 people
Approximately 86% have been hired by PG&E or within the utility industry
Nearly 40% are veterans
More than 11% are females and that number's growing
72% are people of color
Powerful Voices
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PowerPathway Grad Applies Safety Training to Aid Motorcyclist
Katie Mengali's quick actions demonstrate her commitment to safety and her community.
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Military Veterans
Erick is a PG&E electrician who lives and works in the Eureka area. Learn how he is committed to providing safe and reliable energy to the local communities he serves.
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Reflecting the Communities We Serve
partnership with PG&E's PowerPathway program contributes to local workforce development in the energy sector.
Our Partnerships and Recognitions
The PowerPathway Signature Training Program
The PowerPathway Signature program helps new and experienced workers develop skilled craft and apprenticeship career paths in both gas and electric operations. Students receive approximately 160 – 480 hours of industry-informed curriculum to ensure they have the academic, job-specific, interviewing and physical training necessary to become more competitive for employment. This is free and unpaid training led by PG&E instructors, augmented with hands-on training in the field. Candidates are subject to pre-screening, including motor vehicle, drug and criminal background checks, as well as a physical assessment.
PG&E collaborates with a defined network of educational partners to cultivate industry-informed career pathways designed to help candidates prepare for jobs in the energy and utility industry. Program enrollment is limited and eligibility requirements apply. Due to the volume of applications received, only those who meet eligibility requirements will be contacted. PG&E does not imply or guarantee employment upon program completion.
Minimum Requirements
Signature program applicants will go through a screening process and will need to comply with the following:
- 18 years or older
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Class C Driver’s License
- Ability to work in the United States
- Eligible for PG&E Pre-Employment Testing
- Eligible to work for PG&E
PG&E is a proponent of our employees being first responders and working in the communities where they reside. Therefore, many PowerPathway programs will give priority to applicants living within a certain mile radius.
Stay Connected for Future PowerPathway Opportunities
New PowerPathway programs are developed throughout the year based on business and workforce needs. Future opportunities may include careers in:
- Gas Operations
- Electric Operations
- Vegetation Management
- Telecommunications
- Customer Care
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