Senior Electrician

Salary : $166,395.84 Annually
Location : San Jose Metropolitan Area, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-M63-A
Department: Santa Clara Valley Health Care - Valley Medical Center
Division: Facility/Maintenance
Opening Date: 11/13/2026
Closing Date: 12/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: 08

Description
Under general direction, to lead and coordinate the daily activities of skilled Electricians; to perform journey-level electrician work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical wiring systems and equipment in County facilities.

Typical Tasks
The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

• Receives work orders and assigns work to journey-level Electricians;

• Inspects the work of Electricians for progress and quality control;

• Assists in the performance evaluation of Electricians;

• Leads and performs skilled journey-level work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment;

• Confers with and advises Electricians on technical problems;

• Lays out electrical installations of various types and estimates labor and materials requirements;

• Assists in determining work methods and types of materials to be used;

• Orders and maintains stock of materials and supplies;

• Supervises the care and maintenance of tools and equipment;

• Ensures that code requirements, safety regulations, and safe work practices are observed;

• Prepares work progress and attendance reports;

• Installs transfer switches, junction boxes, conduit, conductors, circuit breakers, and transformers, and connects wires in breaker panels;

• Installs and modifies lighting fixtures, electrical outlets, and other electrical fixtures on remodeling projects;

• Installs electrical outlets, plugs, and switches to accommodate the installation of air conditioning equipment, exhaust fans, and generators;

• Rewires electric controls, regulating valves, electric doors, and alarm systems;

• Tests, maintains, and repairs automatic transfer switches, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, emergency generators and other back-up electrical equipment, switch gear, breakers, fans, and motors;

• Tests and repairs centrifuges, compressors, X-ray equipment, network clock systems, laundry equipment, industrial kitchen equipment, cooling tower motors, vacuum pumps, motor control centers, photovoltaic systems, pool and sewer pumps, automated arms, gates, sliding doors, and fluorescent lighting, including advanced lighting control systems and aviation lighting systems;

• Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical equipment, electrical circuity, and pneumatic tube systems, replacing components and electrical circuits, as necessary;
  
• Cleans, torques, tightens, and services electrical equipment;

• Replaces light bulbs, electric cords, plastic light shields, ballast, power supplies, receptacles, disconnects, and motor starters;

• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW), as required*;

• Performs other related duties, as required.

Employment Standards
Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the above tasks, plus the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities:
Training and Experience Note: The required knowledge and abilities are attained through training and experience equivalent to the successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship program for electricians,
or
Four (4) years of equivalent electrician training and/or electrician experience,
or
Possession of a valid Electrician Certification issued by the State of California,
AND
Four (4) years of journey-level electrician experience.
Special Requirements:

• Ability to travel to alternate locations in the course of work. If driving, possession of a valid California driver's license prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization.

• Depending on departmental assignment, may be required to obtain and maintain Department of Correction Security Clearance to work in locked facilities throughout the term of employment.
  
  
• Depending on departmental assignment, may be required to complete annual training regarding patient care, personal protective equipment (PPE), and healthcare facility standards per the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI).
  
  
• *As a condition of employment, pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100-3109 and Local Ordinance, all County of Santa Clara employees are designated Disaster Service Workers (DSW), including extra help. A DSW is required to complete all assigned DSW-related training, and in the event of an emergency, return to work as ordered.

Knowledge of:

• Material and labor cost estimating;

• Principles and practices of leading and reviewing the work of staff;

• The theory of electricity;

• The tools, equipment, and materials used in the electrical trade;

• The installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical equipment and instruments;

• Laws, rules, and current regulations pertaining to electrical construction and maintenance;
  
• National Electrical Code regarding electrical installation and maintenance work;

• The hazards involved in working on and around energized lines and equipment;

• Safety regulations and practices;

• Common computer systems and applications;

Ability to:

• Enforce and instruct others on safety procedures and practices and appropriate construction and safety codes;

• Prepare records and reports;

• Make accurate labor and materials cost estimates;

• Schedule and coordinate work assignments;

• Coordinate the maintenance of tools and equipment;

• Inspect and evaluate work for quality control and progress;

• Determine the most appropriate work methods and materials for each job;

• Perform journey-level electrician work in the installation, repair, and maintenance of various electrical systems;

• Operate computer applications as they relate to programming lighting control systems and programmable logic controllers;
  
  
• Understand and follow industry standards, practices, and regulations;

• Read and interpret plans, layouts, diagrams, and blueprints;

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures;

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, at all levels, including colleagues, the public, and representatives of other agencies.

Physical Requirements

• In accordance with Federal and State standards, work under the following conditions using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE): dust, noise, vibration, fumes, odors, poor ventilation, extreme temperatures, cramped quarters, and inadequate lighting.

• Climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, and grasp;

• Ability to ascend/descend ladders;

• Lift up to sixty (60) pounds;

• Will be placed on a rotating "on call" list for weekend and holiday coverage of County facilities. On call status requires being available and on-site within two (2) hours of notification.

The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more

The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.

In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.

Retirement Benefits
The County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.

Health Flexible Spending Account
The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.

Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.

Life and AD&D
The County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.

Employee Wellness
The offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.

Education Reimbursement
A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.

NOTE: Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.

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Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete.
Include a detailed description of your work experience in the following format for EACH employer referenced, in each answer:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performedDo you understand the requirement to provide complete answers in order to determine relevant experience for each area in question?

• Yes
• No

02

Have you successfully completed a recognized four (4) year apprenticeship program for Electricians?
If YES, please attach proof or certification of completion to your online application.

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a valid Electrician Certification issued by the State of California?
If YES, please attach a copy of your Electrician Certificate to your online application.

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of journey level Electrician work experience do you possess?

• No experience
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
• Seven to less than eight years
• Eight to less than nine years
• Nine to less than ten years
• Ten or more years

05

Describe your journey level electrician experience.
Include in your response:
a) Employer name(s)
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment
d) Total hours worked per week
e) Description of task(s) performed
If no experience, please type N/A.
06

How many years of professional lead, supervisory, or management experience do you possess scheduling and coordinating the work assignments of electricians?

• No experience
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years