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First review of applications: March 4, 2026

Pay Ranges
Electrician I: $41.24 - $51.55 hourly
Electrician II: $45.36 - $56.71 hourly

APPOINTMENTS TO ELECTRICIAN I OR ELECTRICIAN II POSITIONS WILL BE DETERMINED BY LEVEL OF EXPERIENCE.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled construction, maintenance, modification, and repair activities in assigned maintenance operations areas which may include parks, landscape and lighting, facilities, aquatics, service centers, traffic signals and streets/drainage; and performs related work as required.

Receives direct or general supervision from Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Coordinator. Exercises no direct supervision over staff. May provide technical and functional direction to less experienced staff.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of specialized skilled troubleshooting, maintenance, modification, and repair work; conducts electrical field research, maintains complex systems; performs studies and prepares reports; research electrical topics; prepares and updates technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics; and performs related work as required.

Supervision Received and Exercised
Receives general supervision from an assigned manager or supervisor. Exercises no direct supervision over staff. May provide technical and functional direction as needed.

Class Characteristics
Electrician I: This is the entry-level in the Electrician class series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn to perform limited Electrician duties. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. Incumbents may advance to the Electrician II level after gaining the required experience, knowledge, skills and experience which meet the qualifications for and demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the journey-level class.
 
Electrician II: This is the journey level of this class series, in which incumbents are expected to perform the full range of Electrician duties, which includes but is not limited to: repairs, maintains, installs, and alters electrical equipment and wiring systems; plans and lays out wiring diagrams; and performs related and other work as required. Electrician I is the entry-level classification, and Electrician II is the journey-level classification utilized in the City's Public Works Department. Incumbent is primarily responsible for performing skilled electrical work throughout the City.

Positions in this series are flexibly staffed and are filled on an as-needed basis, in order to meet service needs. Positions at the II level can be filled by advancement from the I level requiring two (2) years of experience and after gaining the knowledge, skill, and experience which meet the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class. Assignments may be department-wide or restricted to a specific facility, park, or section and incumbents may be assigned to both monitor and coordinate installation, maintenance, and repair work in the electrical occupational specialty and act as a crew member under direction of a Maintenance Coordinator or Maintenance Supervisor. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Coordinator in that the latter is responsible for coordinating public services maintenance projects and acts as lead person for field maintenance crews.

Typical Duties
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Performs skilled electrical and electronic installation, repair, service and maintenance work on a variety of electrical installations, systems, pumps, meters, generators, and other equipment in City facilities, which include Motor Control Centers (MCCs) and Variable Frequency Drive (VFDs).
• Installs, repairs, modifies, tests, troubleshoots, calibrates, and performs preventive and predictive maintenance on a variety of industrial electrical and electronic systems, components, and devices.
• Inspects, maintains, and repairs electrical switch gear, transformers, underground transmission power conductors, relays, motors, pumps, generators, and a variety of other types of electro-mechanical equipment for proper operation.
• Repairs, replaces, disassembles, assembles, installs, and tests electrical apparatus equipment, telemetry and wiring for power, lighting, and instrumentation as needed.
• Implement safe and proper working procedures including knowledge of proper Lock Out Tag Out, and use of common electrical test equipment, and hand and power tools.
• Assists in planning and scheduling preventative maintenance programs.
• Exercises independent judgment in solving problems and identifying new approaches to achieving outcomes; demonstrates advanced analytical skills in applying knowledge and experience to complex technical problems in order to develop appropriate solutions.
• Estimates labor, material and costs associated with repair, installation or modification work; makes recommendations to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Test and maintain standby generator systems ranging in size from 20kw through 500kw, including automatic transfer switches to ensure proper operation and evaluate maintenance needs.
• Responds to emergencies and call-outs as required.
• Performs special projects as assigned including installing and troubleshooting electrical issues for other departments. 
• Inspects and maintain records with respect to contractor's work and monitors underground utilities ensuring that work is in compliance with specifications, standards, and time lines; reads and interprets electrical and mechanical drawings and specifications. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of: 
Principles, practices, techniques, tools, and materials used in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical or electronic systems and equipment; electrical Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety, California Electrical Code, and the National Electric Code; Occupational hazards and standard safety practices; pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures; English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation; basic mathematics; safe driving rules and practices; modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and basic software; principles and procedures of record-keeping and reporting; and techniques for effectively representing the City by providing a high level of customer service in contact with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.

Ability to: 
Safely install, program, maintain, modify, and repair a variety of electrical systems and equipment; read, interpret, and update technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics; follow written and oral directions; work independently with minimal supervision; write technical reports and prepare cost estimates; interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations, technical written material, and City policies and procedures; establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems; make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines; organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines; operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs; use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone or radio, and in writing; use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines; and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education
Electrician I and II: Equivalent to completion of twelfth (12th) grade

AND

Experience
Electrician II: two (2) years of professional electrician experience.

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment.
• Completion of an apprenticeship program recognized by the State of California Division of Apprenticeship Standards.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Electrician Certification issued by the State of California; and Journeyman Electrician Rating.

Desired Licenses

• Must have a clean driving record. 

Physical Demands
Must possess mobility to work in the field; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work, to work in confined spaces and around machines, to climb and descend ladders, to operate varied hand and power tools and construction equipment, and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and inspect work sites. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 100 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.

Environmental Elements
Employees work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Working Conditions
May be required to be on-call and to work various shifts or emergencies on evenings, weekends, and holidays.

FLSA: NON-EXEMPT
EFFECTIVE: May 2020


Resumes cannot be substituted for a completed application. 

The recruitment process is as follows:

1. The most qualified candidates, as determined by initial screening of applications, will be invited to participate in a written or practice exam and/or oral panel interview.  Alternatively, the most qualified candidates may be screened directly to a list. 
2. Those on the Eligibility list may be invited to participate in a department interview. The eligibility list will remain in effect for up to one (1) year for potential future vacancies.

The City of San Ramon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex origin, sexual orientation or disability.  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Division at hr@sanramon.ca.gov.