ELECTRICIAN - UTILITIES

City of Modesto, CA; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the City of Modesto as an Electrician in the Utilities department. This full-time position involves installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems in municipal facilities. Qualified candidates will have at least five years of experience and a completed Electrician/Electrical Apprentice Program. Enjoy competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Vacation

Sick Leave

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in electrical work required.
• Ability to work with high/low voltage and interpret diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems.
• Training of personnel may also be involved.

Skills

Electrical Systems

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Electrician/Electrical Apprentice Program

Job description

Location : Primary Wastewater Treatment Plant - 1221 Sutter Avenue Modesto, CA

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 3857b

Department : Utilities

Opening Date : 04 / 18 / 2025

Closing Date : 5 / 16 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit : MCEA

THE POSITION

Calling all electricians! We have an exciting opportunity for qualified electricians to join our Utilities department.

Upcoming Salary Increases and Incentives :

• 3% COLA effective July 1, 2025
• 3% COLA effective July 1, 2026

Depending on assignment, responsibilities include installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems in water, wastewater, and municipal facilities, with voltage work up to 5,000 volts in Public Works and up to 1,000 volts in Utilities. Training of personnel may also be involved.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants will be assessed based on their submitted application. Ensure all education and work experience details are complete and accurate. Do not substitute resume details in the application. Qualified applicants will be invited for testing, scheduled tentatively between May 21-28, 2025. The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. A City application including the Supplemental Questionnaire is required.

ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS

Responsibilities include repairing electrical parts, testing and repairing circuitry, inspecting equipment, reading blueprints, operating heavy machinery, maintaining safety standards, and training staff. Specific duties vary based on assignment to Public Works or Utilities, involving traffic signals, street lighting, control systems, SCADA systems, and more. Marginal duties include related tasks as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of electrical systems, codes, motors, circuitry, troubleshooting, safety practices, and office software. Ability to learn trade skills, work with high/low voltage, interpret diagrams, diagnose malfunctions, communicate effectively, and establish good working relationships.

Experience of at least five years in electrical work, with a completed Electrician/Electrical Apprentice Program of at least 8,000 hours, is required. A high school diploma or GED is necessary. Valid California Class A or B driver’s license within 60 days of hire; crane operator certification within 6 months if assigned.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Includes heavy manual labor, lifting up to 75 pounds, working in noisy and high-voltage environments, and exposure to environmental substances. Must possess adequate vision, hearing, dexterity, and emotional stability.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Primarily outdoor work with exposure to noise, weather, high voltage, and sometimes at heights or remote locations. Overtime, standby, or weekend work may be required.

BENEFITS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Includes holidays, vacation, sick leave, health/dental/vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement, deferred compensation, and other incentives. Bilingual incentives and uniform programs are available for some positions. An annual physical exam may be required.

Applicants must complete supplemental questions as part of the application, which are weighted equally with experience and education. All information must be truthful and match the application details.