Lead Electrician – Groundfloor Growth & Training

Villara; Lafayette (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Villara Building Systems is a recognized Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing contractor operating in California. We are expanding our Electrical Division and seeking self-motivated individuals for trainee, foreman, and certified journey man roles on multiple large-scale residential and commercial projects across Santa Cruz, Menlo Park, and Lafayette.

Join a growing team committed to safety, hands-on learning, and delivering high-quality electrical systems from concept through construction.

Qualifications

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

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.
• 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.

Skills

Read blueprints

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Electrical certification

Electrician training card

Job description

Villara Building Systems is a recognized Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing contractor operating in California. We are expanding our Electrical Division and seeking self-motivated individuals for trainee, foreman, and certified journey man roles on multiple large-scale residential and commercial projects across Santa Cruz, Menlo Park, and Lafayette.

Join a growing team committed to safety, hands-on learning, and delivering high-quality electrical systems from concept through construction.