Electrician - San Jose, CA

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San Jose (CA)

On-site

USD 63,000 - 89,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Health coverage

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Short/Long-term disability

Gym membership discount

Job summary

BGIS is seeking an Electrician in Santa Clara, CA for on-site electrical repairs, maintenance, and coordination with vendors. The role requires ensuring redundancy, safety, code compliance, and operational integrity, with responsibilities including reviewing MOPs, testing, and documentation.

Strong communication with clients and teams is essential. Minimum qualifications include a California Electrical License, 3–5 years journeyman experience, and experience in mission-critical environments.

Qualifications

California Electrical License required and must be maintained in good standing.
3–5 years of journeyman-level experience in similar electrical work.
Preferred experience in mission-critical environments such as data centers, hospitals, or power generation facilities.
Strong understanding of redundancy, electrical distribution, and critical-system operation.
Ability to read and interpret one-lines, schematics, and technical documentation.
Experience in NETA testing and IR scanning.
Proficiency in business environment software applications.

Responsibilities

Client Service: Communicate with client managers during electrical activities; respond to service requests; monitor work orders; maintain professional relationships; respond to off-hour emergencies; coordinate with vendors; support key initiatives.
Electrical Task Focus: Review MOPs and scopes to ensure proper electrical paths; verify equipment readiness; perform onsite electrical tasks; maintain equipment per PM plans; ensure systems return to normal after maintenance; inspect wiring and distribution panels; troubleshoot and recommend upgrades; order parts; document work and equipment status; adhere to NFPA 70E, NEC/CEC and OSHA; coordinate NETA testing.

Skills

Journeyman electrical experience

NETA testing

IR scanning

Read schematics

Communication and teamwork

Driver's license

Business software proficiency

Travel ability

Education

High School/GED

California Electrical License

Trade school certification

Tools

NETA testing procedures

IR scanning equipment

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

BGIS is currently seeking an Electrician to join the team in Santa Clara, CA. BGIS is a leading provider of integrated facility management, project management, energy & sustainability, and real estate services. With a team of over 7,000 globally, we inspire better business performance by creating optimized, client-focused environments. Join us to make an impact in a collaborative, innovative workplace.

The Electrician is responsible for performance of electrical repairs and maintenance services along with coordination of external vendors to meet client requirements. The role communicates with client managers during all electrical activities and ensures all work maintains redundancy, safety, code compliance, and operational integrity. The position reviews all MOPs (Methods of Procedure), scopes of work, and system feeds, verifies equipment readiness, and ensures systems are restored to normal operation following maintenance or project activities. Responsibilities include coordinating, processing and documenting all required NETA (InterNational Electrical Testing Association) testing and IR (Infrared) scanning. The Electrician demonstrates BGIS values in communications with clients and other team members.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Client Service

Communication with client managers during all scheduled and unscheduled electrical activities.
Respond to client service requests.
Monitor service requests in work order management system.
Demonstrate exceptional customer service skills and maintain positive and professional working relationship with internal and external clients.
Respond to off hour emergency calls.
Work with vendors and contractors to monitor and ensure work meets BGIS and client standards.
Contribute to the completion of other key initiatives as assigned.

Electrical Technician Focus

Review Methods of Procedure (MOPs), scopes of work, and system documentation to ensure redundancy and proper electrical paths of travel.
Verify all critical equipment is secured, backed up, and tested prior to any electrical work.
Perform onsite electrical tasks included in service agreement with the client.
Maintain facility equipment as indicated by preventative maintenance plans.
Ensure all electrical systems are returned to normal operation after maintenance or testing.
Inspect wiring, feeds, switchgear, distribution panels, and related critical infrastructure.
Troubleshoot, evaluate, and recommend upgrades as needed.
Order parts and supplies for maintenance and repairs as required.
Maintain clean, accurate documentation of work performed and equipment status.
Respond to issues as they arise, diagnosing electrical faults quickly and correctly.
Adhere to all applicable state, federal, and industry safety requirements, including NFPA 70E, NEC/CEC and OSHA standards.
Coordinate, process and document all NETA testing activities.

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

High school diploma or equivalent.
Trade school certification, or verifiable training in a relevant electrical field.
California Electrical License required and must be maintained in good standing.
3–5 years of journeyman‑level experience in similar electrical work.
Preferred experience in mission‑critical environments such as data centers, hospitals, or power generation facilities.
Strong understanding of redundancy, electrical distribution, and critical‑system operation.
Ability to learn quickly, adapt to changing conditions, and resolve issues promptly.
Ability to read and interpret one‑lines, schematics, and technical documentation.
Strong communication and teamwork skills to work effectively with BGIS support teams and client contacts.
Experience in NETA testing and IR scanning.
Proficiency in business environment software applications.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions, absent undue hardship. Cognitive skills required to work in a critical facilities environment including ability to maintain focus, communicate clearly and concisely, respond quickly to requests, follow established processes and ability to complete tasks within targeted time frame to minimize risk of outages or damage to building and high value equipment. Ability and willingness to travel to various local client locations. Physical ability to walk jobsites in uneven terrain. Working at heights training/certification preferred for ascending and descending various ladders carrying required tools/equipment. Current valid driver’s license and ability to provide personal transportation for meetings and job visits away from the office with reimbursement. Respond to off hour emergency calls.

Salary

The salary range for this non-exempt position in the US is $55/hr. A candidate’s salary offer is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, certifications, licenses, and location.

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