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Senior Industrial Electrician - Building Electrical Systems

Salary

$124,259.20 - $159,057.60 Annually

Location

CA, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

01892-E

Division

General Services

Unit

Facilities Management

Opening Date

05/09/2025

Closing Date

5/29/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

Valley Water is searching for top-tier candidates to fill this exciting opportunity. Internal candidates will receive first consideration.

Overview:

Are you a skilled and experienced electrician ready to take on complex electrical work that supports building electrical systems? Valley Water is seeking aSenior Industrial Electricianto perform a wide range of advanced electrical maintenance, repair, and installation tasks across our facilities.

This role ensures the safety, reliability, and efficiency of building electrical systems vital to Valley Water operations — including power distribution, lighting, emergency backup systems, building automation controls, and equipment power feeds. You'll be responsible for inspecting and troubleshooting both low- and high-voltage systems, interpreting electrical schematics, executing repairs or upgrades, and responding to electrical outages.

This position also plays a key role in supporting electrical project planning, estimating labor and materials, and coordinating work with other trades and contractors. Join us and contribute to the safe, effective, and uninterrupted operation of Valley Water’s facilities.

Our Commitment:

We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity, contributes to inclusion, and strengthens belonging by broadening our perspective and collective understanding of the world around us to accomplish our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:

Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

+ Perform expert-level electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of low- and high-voltage systems, including power panels, lighting systems, and equipment power feeds.

+ Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and Valley Water procedures.

+ Install, upgrade, and modify electrical infrastructure and equipment across various buildings and systems.

+ Interpret and work from electrical plans, schematics, and technical documentation; maintain detailed records and prepare as-built documentation.

+ Estimate labor, tools, and materials needed for electrical work; coordinate efforts with contractors and internal teams.

+ Respond to electrical outages and emergencies, ensuring quick and safe resolution

+ Support and maintain electrical systems critical to building functionality, such as HVAC power feeds, lighting control panels, building automation systems, and standby generators.

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

Ideal Experience:

+ Six (6) years of post-apprenticeship experience performing electrician responsibilities in an industrial, manufacturing, utility,large commercial setting, or facilities operations setting, including maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical systems that support building infrastructure such as lighting, HVAC, backup power, and automation systems.

+ Experience maintaining and repairing electrical systems in office, administrative, or utility building environments, including infrastructure for HVAC, lighting, security, and automation systems.

Ideal Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

+ In-depth knowledge of modern practices in the electrical trade.

+ Experience with large motors, standby generators, switchgear, and high-voltage substation equipment.

+ Understanding of applicable codes and safety regulations, including theNational Electric CodeandCalifornia Electrical Safety Orders.

+ Skilled in diagnosing and repairing a wide range of electrical systems and components.

+ Proficiency in using test and measurement equipment such as multimeters, meggers, and circuit tracers.

+ Ability to review engineering drawings and propose operational improvements or modifications.

+ Knowledge of electrical inventory control and material management.

+ Strong understanding of electrical theory, circuit design, and safety best practices.

+ Experience working on electrical infrastructure in building systems or water utility environments is highly desirable.

Ideal Training and Education:

+ Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Required License or Certificate

+ Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

+ ValidCalifornia Department of Industrial Relations (DIR)Electrical Certification.

To review the Classification Specification, please clickhere (https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/valleywater.org.us-west-1/s3fs-public/Senior%20Industrial%20Electrician%20-%205-2019.pdf)

Facilities and Equipment Management Unit (Position Code 87)

Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.

This position requires the individual to be onsite and is typically not a teleworking position.

Selection Process

(1) The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview.

(2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above. Resumes are highly recommended.

NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary.

Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification.

Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request.

Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling 408-630-2260.

Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned. Human Resources staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants.

The Santa Clara Valley Water District, now known as Valley Water, offers a comprehensive benefit package including, vacation, holidays, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, EAP, life and disability insurance. In addition, Valley Water participates in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). To view a summary of benefits, clickhere (https://www.valleywater.org/benefits)

01

I acknowledge that I have entered my Work Experience and Education on the employment application, and I am aware these are required fields. If they are not completed, the application is considered incomplete, and I will be disqualified as an applicant for the position.

+ Yes

+ No

02

Please answer the supplemental questions thoroughly, clearly, and concisely as the responses provided (along with the application) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process. I have read this information and am aware of the importance of responses to the supplemental questions.

+ Yes

+ No

03

Do you possess a H.S. diploma or equivalent?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Please check the box that best demonstrates your work experience in performing post-apprenticeship electrician responsibilities in an industrial, manufacturing, utility, and/or large commercial setting.

+ 0-6 years

+ 6+ years or more

05

Do you possess an electrical certification from the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR)?

+ Yes

+ No

06

This position may occasionally require work outside of your regular schedule due to operational needs. Are you able and willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, or holidays, if required?

+ Yes

+ No

07

Please describe your education and experience as related to the position of Senior Industrial Electrician – Building Electrical Systems

08

Describe your troubleshooting skills in the areas of motor control circuitry, UPS units, variable frequency drives, pump motors, remote terminal units and motor operator valve actuators.

09

Describe your experience supporting and maintaining electrical systems specific to building operations (e.g., lighting panels, HVAC systems, backup power, building automation)

10

Employment with Valley Water requires employees to take an Oath as a Disaster Service Worker within California and to live within 150 miles of Valley Water Headquarters in San Jose, California by the start date. Valley Water does not cover relocation costs. If you live further than 150 miles from Valley Water Headquarters, please discuss your willingness to relocate if offered the position. If this does not apply to you, write "N/A".

11

Please list the full name of the regular/permanent Valley Water employee who referred you to this position (only one name will be accepted, so if multiple are listed, the first name provided will be documented as the referring employee). If this does not apply to you, write "N/A".

Required Question

Employer

Santa Clara Valley Water District (CA)

Address

5750 Almaden Expressway

San Jose, California, 95118

Phone

1-408-630-2260

Website

https://www.valleywater.org

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