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SENIOR ELECTRICIAN

City of Stockton, CA
Stockton, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/28/2026
DEFINITION

Open/Promotional Recruitment

Tentative Examination Date

The City of Stockton is currently recruiting for the position of Senior Electrician.

There is one (1) vacancy in the Public Works Department.

The Senior Electrician plans, organizes, and assigns the work of crew members, and leads and directs crews engaged in the installation, repair, maintenance, and modification of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment. This includes work on motors, transformers, switchboards, generators, and other electrical infrastructure.

Within the Public Works Department, assignments include maintenance and repair of street lighting systems as well as interior and field electrical wiring.

The incumbent ensures work is performed safely and in compliance with applicable regulations, including enforcing Cal/OSHA safety orders, lock-out/tag-out procedures, and NFPA 70E arc flash safety standards.

Work Schedule

The position works a 9/80 schedule: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., and Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., with alternating Fridays off.

Why Join the City of Stockton?

The City of Stockton offers a stable and rewarding career serving one of California’s most diverse and growing communities. Employees enjoy competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work on infrastructure that directly impacts the safety and quality of life of Stockton residents.

Ideal Candidate

The Ideal Candidate Is a Skilled Electrical Professional With Strong Leadership Abilities And Experience Supervising Or Leading Crews Performing Electrical Installation, Maintenance, And Repair. Successful Candidates Will Demonstrate

  • Extensive knowledge of electrical systems, equipment, and safety procedures
  • Experience with street lighting systems and municipal electrical infrastructure
  • Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
  • A commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance
  • The ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of others

Make an Impact

Join a team dedicated to maintaining and improving the City’s critical infrastructure. As a Senior Electrician, you will play an important role in ensuring the reliability and safety of electrical systems that support the daily operations of the community.

These lists may be used to fill future vacancies.

Incumbents in this position are included in the Civil Service system and are in a "for-cause" employment status represented by the Trades and Maintenance bargaining unit.

Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting and a medical examination which includes a back evaluation.

Under general supervision, assigns, directs and reviews the work of staff engaged in electrical installation and maintenance work; performs highly skilled electrical installation, repair, maintenance and modification work; performs related work as assigned.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is the lead level in this series. This class is distinguished from Electrical Supervisor, Plant Maintenance Supervisor and Water Operations Supervisor, which are at the first-line supervisory level.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)

  • Plans, organizes and assigns the work of crew members; leads and directs crews engaged in the installation, repair, maintenance and modification of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment. In public works, assignments include street lights and inside and field wiring; in plant maintenance, assignments include pump controls, power switch gears, consoles, engine controls, variable speed drives and pneumatic controls, alarm systems, lighting and related systems; in water maintenance, assignments include all electrical, electronic and instrumentation within the system.
  • Personally performs the most skilled duties; provides technical assistance to crew members; instructs crew in work procedure and safe work practices, troubleshoots equipment problems.
  • Estimates and secures tools, material and equipment required for assigned jobs; discusses work to be performed with supervisors; assigns tasks to individuals at the work site.
  • Monitors work in progress at the worksite; directs corrections and modifications as appropriate; evaluates job performance.
  • Maintains written and computerized records of work performed and materials used; records as-built drawings of modifications; prepares a variety of written records and reports related to the work.
  • Reads and interprets plans, schematics, blueprints, manuals and specifications; designs modification as necessary.
  • Directs the use and maintenance of a wide variety of hand, power and shop tools, test equipment and other equipment related to the work operates trucks and equipment.
  • Observes safe work methods and ensures the use of safety equipment and precautions related to the work being performed; conducts tailgate safety meetings; assists in developing training programs.
  • Coordinates work assignments with other divisions; responds to questions and requests as appropriate.
  • Inspects contract work to ensure compliance with specifications; recommends corrective action as necessary.

Qualifications

Education

Possession of a high school diploma or GED; and

Experience

Two (2) years of journey level experience in electrical work at a level equivalent to the City's class of Electrician II.

Other Requirements

  • Must possess a valid California driver's license.
  • Must possess sufficient strength and stamina to lift and carry objects weighing up to 95 pounds.
  • Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Must be willing to work from aerial buckets and underground in confined places and with possible exposure to potentially hazardous substances.
  • Must be willing to work overtime and off hours shifts in emergency situations.
  • Must possess good color vision.

Knowledge Of

  • Basic supervisory principles and practices;
  • Principles, techniques, tools, and materials used in the electrical trade;
  • Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand and power and shop tools, test equipment, and other equipment common to electrical and electronic work;
  • Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work;
  • Codes, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to the work;
  • AC/DC theory and control circuits;
  • Basic electronics principles and theory;
  • Computer applications related to the work;
  • Electrical mathematics.

Skill In

  • Assigning, directing, and reviewing the work of others;
  • Training others in work procedures;
  • Operating and maintaining a variety of hand, power and shop tools, and equipment used in electrical installation, maintenance, and repair work;
  • Understanding and following oral and written instructions;
  • Properly placing cones, barricades, and warning devices and directing traffic flow at job sites;
  • Exercising independent judgment and initiative without close supervision;
  • Reading and interpreting schematics, blueprints, plans, and specifications;
  • Preparing basic records;
  • Estimating materials and equipment necessary to complete assigned jobs;

The Examination

Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best meet the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may include an oral or unassembled examination weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative performance of all candidates in all portions of the examination. In the event of identical ratings, candidates' names will be arranged in order of application date/time, and, if the same, then arranged alphabetically.

ALL APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRES MUST BE COMPLETED FULLY AND SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL CITY OF STOCKTON APPLICATION FORM. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRES WILL BE REJECTED AND CANNOT BE REVISED AFTER SUBMITTAL ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE. POSTMARKS, FACSIMILES, AND PHOTOCOPIES OF THE CITY'S EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. RESUMES ARE WELCOME BUT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ONLY. PLEASE DO NOT STATE "REFER TO RESUME" WHEN ANSWERING QUESTIONS ON THE APPLICATION OR SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.

The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.

Note

  • After on-line submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Please print this notification as proof of filing.
  • Notification and correspondence will be sent via email ONLY. NO PAPER notices will be mailed to applicants. It is the applicants responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that correspondence is being received.
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BARGAINING UNIT: OPERATING ENGINEERS' LOCAL 3 - TRADES & MAINTENANCE

NOTE: Employee Benefits are subject to change through the collective bargaining process and are not guaranteed. For a detailed explanation of benefits currently in effect, click here to view a link to the "Trades and Maintenance Unit" contract.

01

The Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the examination process; accordingly, it should be completed carefully. It must be submitted with your official employment application. Do not indicate "see resume" as an answer to any of these questions.

  • I certify that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.

02

Do you possess a valid California driver's license?

  • Yes
  • No

03

Do you possess high school diploma or GED?

  • Yes
  • No

04

Do you possess sufficient strength and stamina to lift and carry objects weighing up to 95 pounds?

  • Yes
  • No

05

Are you willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions?

  • Yes
  • No

06

Are you willing to work from aerial buckets and underground in confined spaces?

  • Yes
  • No

07

Are you willing to work with possible exposure to potentially hazardous substances?

  • Yes
  • No

08

Are you willing to work overtime and variable shifts in emergency situations?

  • Yes
  • No

09

Do you possess good color vision?

  • Yes
  • No

10

Do you possess at least two years of journey level experience in electrical work? (Employment history entered on the application must clearly reflect this level of experience.)

  • Yes
  • No

11

If you answered "Yes" to question #10, please indicate the number of years of applicable experience by selecting the appropriate box below.

  • 2 to 4 years
  • 5 to 7 years
  • 8 or more years

12

Are you willing to work in a team-oriented multi-craft environment?

  • Yes
  • No

13

Describe your experience as a lead electrician or electrical foreman. Please include name of employer(s), job title, duties, length of time and dates performing these duties.

14

Describe your experience with the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of the following: For each area below, specify the scope of your experience (installation, maintenance and/or troubleshooting), your employer(s), and length of time performing each task.

  • Electrical Circuits/Systems
  • Power panels
  • Transformers
  • Conduit Runs
  • Sub-panels
  • Additional related experience

15

What is the highest voltage electrical circuit with which you have worked?

16

Describe any experience you have had in the installation and operation of power generation equipment (including emergency power generation equipment). Include employer(s), dates, and scope of duties.

17

List the types of power generation equipment that you have experience.

18

Are you a state certified electrician?

  • Yes
  • No

19

If you answered "Yes" to question #18, in which state(s) are you certified, what date did you receive your initial certification, and what date is your current certification scheduled to expire?

20

Have you completed an electrician apprenticeship training program?

  • Yes
  • No

21

If you answered "Yes" to question #20, please indicate the location, company, and when you completed your apprenticeship.

22

Describe any lighting systems with which you have had experience. Include the type of systems, where you gained this experience and how much time you have spent dealing with lighting systems.

23

Describe any experience you have had in upgrading lighting systems to more efficient configuration(s).

  • Required Question

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