Industrial Electrician & Field Support – San Diego

General Atomics and Affiliated Companies; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics is seeking an Industrial Electrician to join our Construction Services Group in San Diego, CA. The role supports small construction projects, tenant improvements, and multi-trade work, with emphasis on electrical installations and field support for HVAC and plumbing teams.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, self-driven, and able to work in a construction-oriented environment without specializing in a single trade.

Qualifications

• Two-year formal training or equivalent with two+ years in electrical operation and maintenance.
• 2–5 years in electrical work, construction support, general maintenance, or multi-trade work preferred.
• Experience with commercial or industrial electrical systems preferred.
• Experience supporting small construction projects or facility electrical modifications.
• Solid electrical knowledge including reading layouts and applying codes.
• Know-how of construction practices and building systems.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools and electrical test instruments.
• Strong problem-solving and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support small construction projects involving electrical installations, modifications and repairs.
• Install, modify, and troubleshoot basic electrical systems and equipment.
• Assist tenant improvements and facility electrical upgrades (lighting, outlets, circuits, etc.).
• Perform drywall repairs, patching, texturing, and painting as needed to complete electrical work.
• Provide field support to electrical, HVAC, and plumbing technicians.
• Assist with basic HVAC and plumbing tasks under supervision.
• Read and follow electrical layouts, one-line diagrams, prints, and field instructions.
• Operate tools safely and document work performed.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Reading diagrams

Troubleshooting

Conduit & wiring

Electrical tests

Communication

Safety awareness

Independence

Team collaboration

Tools operation

Education

Two-year technical degree or trade school

Job description

General Atomics is seeking an Industrial Electrician to join our Construction Services Group in San Diego, CA. The role supports small construction projects, tenant improvements, and multi-trade work, with emphasis on electrical installations and field support for HVAC and plumbing teams.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, self-driven, and able to work in a construction-oriented environment without specializing in a single trade.