Senior Electric Crew Foreperson

City of Santa Clara; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 218,000 - 278,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Silicon Valley Power within the City of Santa Clara seeks a Senior Electric Crew Foreperson to direct, monitor, and audit contractor work across underground and distribution lines. This role requires strong leadership to ensure safety and efficiency.

With eight years as a Journey-Level Lineworker and three years in lead or supervisory capacity, you will oversee crews, help plan training for Journey Lineworkers and Apprentices, and ensure compliance with city policies and

Qualifications

• Eight years of Journey-Level Lineworker experience, with at least three years in a lead or supervisory role.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Direct, monitor, and audit the work of contractors.
• Supervise multiple crews in operations, maintenance, and construction of underground and electrical distribution lines.
• Assist in planning and leading the training program for Journey Lineworkers and Apprentices.

Skills

Leadership experience

Crew supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Department:

Silicon Valley Power is a not-for-profit municipal electric utility serving the City of Santa Clara since 1896, delivering reliable and competitively priced electricity to over 55,000 customers, including many of the world’s largest data centers and technology companies. With one of the nation’s highest load densities and a peak demand exceeding 700 MW, SVP supports rapid regional growth through a robust transmission and distribution system and ongoing substation and infrastructure expansion and reinforcement. The utility supplies a power mix that is heavily clean and carbon-free sourced from hydro, wind, solar, and geothermal assets.

The Position:

Under general direction, this classification is responsible for directing, monitoring, and auditing the work of contractors; may supervise multiple crews in the operations, maintenance, and construction of underground and electrical distributions lines; and assists in planning and leading the training program for Journey Lineworkers and Journey Lineworker Apprentices. Performs related duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

Applications must be submitted by the filing deadline of November 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM.

Meeting the Minimum Qualifications

MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR POSITIONS ADHERING TO ALL APPLICABLE CITY POLICIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO CMD 033- EMPLOYMENT OF RELATIVES.

Salary

The annual salary range for this position is $217,775.28 - $278,107.92. This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Education Requirements:

Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D.

Minimum Experience Requirements:

Eight (8) years of experience as a Journey-Level Lineworker of which three (3) years have been in a lead or supervisory capacity over an electric crew.

Acceptable Substitution:

None

License/Certifications:

• Possession of a valid Class C license at the time of appointment.

• Required to be rubber glove certified as a condition of holding the classification of Senior Electric Crew Foreperson at time of appointment.

Desirable Qualifications:

Possession of a valid Class A license is desirable.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents of this classification may be required to work outside their regularly scheduled hours, and to be available for emergency and/or pre-arranged work whenever called upon.

• Incumbents of this classification may be subject to drug and/or alcohol testing as mandated by federal regulations.

• Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment.

Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

PERMANENT CITY EMPLOYEES PREFERENCE POINTS: Current permanent employee candidates who receive a passing score on the examination will have an additional five (5) points added to their final score.

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [phone] or [e-mail].