Quality Management Auditor
Company: PG&E Corporation
Location: Willits
Posted on: February 10, 2026
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Job Description:
Requisition ID 170205 Job Category: Compliance / Risk / Quality
Assurance Job Level: Individual Contributor Business Unit: Electric
Operations Work Type: Onsite Job Location: Willits Position Summary
Quality Management Auditors provide final verification/audits
results to the Vegetation Management (VM) Execution Team, and
ensure compliance with commitments and procedural requirements.
Audits of the VM Execution field work ensure electric system safety
and reliability; regulatory compliance with state and federal
rules; and achievement of VM internal and external commitments.
Identify and provide insight into learning opportunities and
corrective actions the VM Execution team can implement, thereby
improving quality at the source. Allow the VM Execution Team to
further analyze performance at a macro level based on the accuracy
and integrity of the inspections performed and the data provided.
Provide awareness and report out on key data that can be used for
workshops, communications, and educational opportunities. The
incumbent may also serve as a subject-matter expert, provide
guidance and education, or influence leaders in the industry
(PG&E, other utilities, or other decision-makers) on regulatory
issues and program strategies. Works with the VM Execution Team
counterparts and other PG&E groups to support the monitoring
and management of vegetation proximity to PG&E assets,
contributing to system reliability and safety objectives. PG&E
is providing the salary 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 salary 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 agreements, and internal
equity. Although we estimate the successful candidate hired into
this role will be placed towards the middle or entry point of the
range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis related to
these factors. This job is also eligible to participate in
PG&E’s discretionary incentive compensation programs. A
reasonable salary range is: CA Minimum: $81,000 CA Mid-Point:
$101,000 CA Maximum: $121,000 Job Responsibilities • Works
independently in the field as a quality management auditor to
ensure work is completed in a safe, cost-effective, efficient,
timely, and productive manner, such as managing time and expenses
in the field, to minimize rework and drive quality from an
oversight perspective. • Works with some guidance to complete
assignments and solves moderately complex problems. • Communicates
with peers, exchanging ideas or gathering information on the
overall program plan and goals within a specific functional area of
Quality Management. • May assist with the onboarding and training
of new Quality Management Auditors and/or contractors and
sub-contractors, to drive safety and quality, and ensure awareness
of PG&E-specific VM quality expectations and administrative
controls. • May audit work performed by Quality Management Auditor
Contractors to ensure compliance with applicable standards and
procedures. • Encourages public, contractor, and employee safety on
site at all times by promoting positive leadership, positive safety
culture, good catches, exhibiting an absolute commitment to safety
for self and others, and by ensuring all applicable safety rules,
regulations, and standards are followed. • Maintains constant
communication with Quality Management Supervisor and other Quality
Management Leadership team members to keep them informed about
audit results, work performance, safety topics, or any other issues
related to the daily work. • Partners with leadership across lines
of business to support decisions and meet business goals. • May
perform emergency work, for example, for severe storms, wildfires,
and power shutoff events. • Reports out, provides updates and
corrective actions, and may hold daily huddles under the Lean
Management model. • Contributes to the implementation and creation
of new concepts, processes, and ideas to further Quality Management
program advancement. • May assist with incident investigation as a
subject matter expert. • Completes field Quality Management
audits/verifications to ensure quality vegetation management
execution. Qualifications Minimum: • Bachelor’s degree in a
job-related discipline or equivalent experience • Valid CA Class C
Driver’s License or equivalent • Required to maintain a CA Class C
driver’s license or equivalent. • 3 years of job-related experience
Desired: • ISA Arborist • ISA Utility Specialist certification •
ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) • CPR / First Aid •
OSHA 30 • Knowledge of Arboriculture and/or utility vegetation
management concepts, methods, and techniques. • Knowledge of
forestry and/or utility vegetation management concepts, methods,
and techniques. • Good verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent negotiation and collaboration skills, diplomacy, and
tact. • Good organizational, time management, prioritization, and
planning skills. • Team collaboration skills. • Good project and
program management skills. • Ability to assess and recommend based
on strong technical knowledge. • Adaptable to changing and evolving
business processes • Knowledge of the current utility and energy
industry. issues, trends, and political, economic, and social
issues affecting the program. • Ability to work within an
environment that is heavily dependent on laws and regulations, and
knowledge of how to interpret and apply them. • Understands the
basic organizational structure and how to utilize available
resources. • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, Power BI, etc.) and GIS applications. Supplemental
Minimum: • May be required to work extended hours during special
projects. • Field Work 90%. • Travel 50%
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