Electrician

City of Berkeley, CA; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Electrician in the Public Works Department. You will install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment used in street lighting, traffic signals, sewage lift stations, HVAC and automation, building power distribution, and fire alarm systems.

This role requires safety‑minded performance of work with hand and power tools, adherence to electrical codes, and the ability to lift up to 80 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with four years of electrical experience
• Must possess a Class B California driver’s license
• Willingness to travel within and outside the City of Berkeley
• Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions and standby/overtime availability

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment for street lighting, traffic signals, sewage lift stations, HVAC and automation, building power distribution, and fire alarm systems
• Operate hand and power tools and perform related electrical tasks
• Adhere to electrical codes and safety standards

Skills

Electrical theory

Safety practices

Tools operation

Problem solving

Color vision

Job description

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Electrician in the Public Works Department! In this role, you will have the opportunity to perform installation, maintenance, and repair on a wide variety of electrical equipment used in street lighting, traffic signal control, sewage lift stations, HVAC and automation, building power distribution, fire alarm, and related systems and equipment; operate a variety of hand and power tools; and perform related work as assigned.

The Electrician has responsibility for working in all facets of the electrical trade, ensuring safe practices and operation of equipment. Electricians must demonstrate an acceptable level of competency in each of the job knowledges for electrical mathematics, basic AC and DC theory, industrial electronics, motor controls and electrical codes.

See the full job class specification here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/berkeley/classspecs/105992

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is equivalent to graduation from high school and four (4) years of progressively responsible and difficult electrical experience.

Other requirements include:

• Must obtain a valid Class "B" California driver's license prior to the completion of the one-year probationary period.
• Must be able to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, the incumbent is required to maintain a valid California driver's license as well as a satisfactory driving record.
• Must possess sufficient strength and stamina to lift and carry objects weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions; must be willing to work from aerial buckets and underground in confined places and with possible exposure to potentially hazardous substances, with proper protection.
• Must be willing to work overtime and off-hours shifts in emergency situations; must be willing to be on stand-by on a rotating basis.
• Must possess good color vision.

Applicants must submit a completed application and responses to supplemental questions by the recruitment closing date on Monday, August 24, 2026 at 5:00pm PST.

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to [e-mail]. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.

The exam process will include, but may not be limited to:

• Application review for minimum qualifications and required documents (qualifying experience will be calculated based on the application closing date)
• Multiple-Choice Written Exam - Tentatively scheduled for Friday, September 18, 2026
• Performance Exam - Tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.

Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to [e-mail] at the time of application.