Electrician Trainee - Lafayette

Villara; Lafayette (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Villara Building Systems in California is seeking Electricians at trainee, foreman, and journeyman levels to support our expanding electrical, mechanical, and plumbing (MEP) projects.

We are undertaking several large-scale residential and commercial installations across Santa Cruz, Menlo Park, and Lafayette. This is a ground-floor opportunity to join a growing team and gain hands-on experience while delivering projects from concept through construction.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Electrical certification and schooling preferred.
• Electricians training card; 60-day grace period if not current.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, 2D shop drawings and 3D modeling.
• Install electrical panels, circuit breakers, transformers, switches, outlets, and lighting systems.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting to identify and repair faults in wiring, circuits, and equipment.
• Inspect electrical components to identify hazards, defects, or code violations.
• Install and terminate power and control cables, conduits, cable trays, and raceways.
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and other electrical safety protocols.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Electrical troubleshooting

Cable termination

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Electrical certification

Electricians training card

Job description

Posted Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Beginning in 1947 with just one man, Del Beutler, Villara has been offering innovative products and services and outstanding customer service for more than seven decades all thanks to the people that work here. We fulfill our mission by recruiting, training, promoting and rewarding an incredible team of individuals whose commitment to creating and developing peerless products and services allows our business to flourish. We know we can rely on Villara's values and guiding principles and we benefit from Villara's commitment to our on-going professional and personal development.

Position Overview

Villara Building Systems is an Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing (MEP) contactor providing construction services for residential and commercial projects throughout California.

As our Electrical Division continues to grow, we are looking for electricians to support our new projects. We have multiple large-scale projects starting over the next few months. This is a unique ground-floor opportunity to join a growing team.

We are seeking self-motivated, hardworking individuals who are eager to learn, develop new skills, and be a part of team. Whether you're beginning your career or looking to expand your experience in the electrical construction industry, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals while helping deliver successful projects from concept through construction.

We are currently hiring Electrical Trainees, Foreman and Certified Journeymen in the areas of Santa Cruz, Menlo Park and Lafayette.

Technical Responsibilities

• Underground conduit, trenching, and risers.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, 2D shop drawings and 3D modeling.
• Install electrical panels, circuit breakers, transformers, switches, outlets, and lighting systems.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting to identify and repair faults in wiring, circuits, and equipment.
• Underground PVC conduit, trenching, concrete boxes and riser locations.
• Ensure all electrical installations comply with local electrical codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Material requisitions, receive and check in.
• Install and terminate power and control cables, conduits, cable trays, and raceways.
• Inspect electrical components to identify hazards, defects, or code violations.
• Perform grounding and bonding of electrical systems.
• Install and maintain emergency power systems, UPS systems, and backup generators.
• Support commissioning and startup of electrical equipment and systems.
• Document maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, and test results.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and other trades during installation and maintenance projects.
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and other electrical safety protocols.
• Replace defective electrical components, fuses, relays, contactors, and circuit breakers.

Behavioral Responsibilities of the Job

• Willingness to improve and contribute to continuous improvement by providing ideas and feedback to manager.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an evolving team.
• Committed to creating and participating in a positive workplace culture.
• Capable of providing excellent internal and external customer interactions.
• Committed to arriving on time and ready to work.
• Ability to organize and manage tasks, work independently and meet deadlines.
• Uphold the 5S method: Taking care of the workplace by following; Sort, straighten, shine, standard and sustain.
• Participate in and contribute to lean improvements activities; personally implementing small changes to improve productivity, performance and efficiency.
• Keep supervisor advised of any issues or ongoing problems.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Self-leadership capabilities - the ability to lead yourself to meet your goals and those of the company.
• Ability to lead from within the team, and to offer assistance and guidance to other team members.
• Lead in the development of your own career with the assistance of the Skills Matrix and Dozuki Standard Work App.

Training/Certification

• Electrical certification and schooling
• Electricians training card, (60) day grace period if not current.

Education

• HS Diploma or Equivalent

Working conditions and management style:

• Villara mission statement of building people and building trust sets the pace for our company. We care about our people and will provide all necessary support equipment, tools and training to be successful at your job. We expect individuals to be all in developing and supporting your team.

Villara Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with all Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotype, gender, transgender, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, sexual orientation, military or veterans status or any other legally protected status.We are prepared to make reasonable accommodation, as necessary, per the Americans with Disabilities Act for our application and interview process. If you require accommodation, please notify Human Resources. Villara Corporation conducts drug testing in accordance with our "Zero Tolerance" drug policy. Villara Corporation is an "At-Will" employer as defined by the California Labor Code.