How do I join Local 1245?
Local 1245 Hiring Hall for Work at PG&E
- The first step is to register for a pre-employment test at PG&E. This is done so via their website.
- Step 2: Once PG&E notifies you by letter that you have passed.
- NOTE: You can only sign up for one classification and two locations at a time (union locations cover broad areas).
What is a hiring hall employee?
An “exclusive” hiring hall arrangement means that the employer has agreed to hire only employees referred from a union hiring hall. You cannot be required to join a union to obtain work through an exclusive hiring hall. Under the National Labor Relations Act, employees have the legal right not to be union members.
How do I become a PG&E utility worker?
Must be at least 18 years of age. Must possess a High School diploma or GED. Must be able to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Internal PG&E employees: Must have qualified on the Physical Test Battery (PTB) exam and Work Orientation Inventory Test (WOI), prior to applying for the position.
How do I join the lineman Union?
The primary qualifications for becoming a union lineman are enrolling in an apprenticeship program or getting sufficient experience as a lineman elsewhere, then applying for a more senior position within the union.
How do you become a ground man?
To become a groundsman, you need a high-school diploma and extensive on-the-job experience. Some groundsmen take apprenticeship programs to hone their skills and build up experience. You may also complete a one-year-certificate course for additional benefit.
What does an underground Groundman do?
As a lineman/groundman, your primary responsibilities are assisting with electrical power line construction, maintenance, and repair. You install both aerial and underground lines and monitor transformer function. A lineman/groundman works regular hours, but you must also be available in case of an emergency.
What is a local union hall?
In organized labor, a hiring hall is an organization, usually under the auspices of a labor union, which has the responsibility of furnishing new recruits for employers who have a collective bargaining agreement with the union.
What does union hall mean?
Hiring hall
Union Hall may refer to a Hiring hall, typically an office and meeting place of a trade union.
What is a utility worker?
A utility worker is a professional in maintenance who is responsible for cleaning and performing basic maintenance on buildings and properties. Utility workers can work in almost any industry, as they can be valuable to any business or client who owns or uses a building or facility.
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