ELECTRICAL CRAFT HELPER (REV 02-23-26)

Salary: $79,657.00 - $102,249.00 Annually
Location : CITY OF LOS ANGELES, CA
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 3799 O 2025/03/28 C
Department: ALL DEPARTMENTS
Opening Date: 03/28/2025


DUTIES
ANNUAL SALARY
$79,657 (flat-rated)

The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $75,335 to $93,584 and $82,288 to $102,249
NOTES :

1. Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.
2. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.
3. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to

DUTIES
An Electrical Craft Helper assists a skilled journey-level worker engaged in one of the electrical trades. Typical assignments involve the maintenance and construction of electrical systems for buildings and facilities; installation and maintenance of overhead or underground power distribution systems; or shop repair activities. Apprentice training opportunities to advance to craft positions are available in some departments.

REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

1. Six months of full-time paid experience as a helper in an electrical trade; or
2. Successful completion of one of the following:

1. Completion of at least eight months in the Utility Pre-Craft Trainee training program sponsored by the Department of Water and Power; or
2. Hayden or Delmar Electricity Course sponsored by the Department of Water and Power; or
3. Pre-Electrical Craft Helper training course presented by Los Angeles Trade Technical College; or
4. The 120 hour Electrical Technician/Electric Utility Worker class presented by the Los Angeles Unified School District; or
5. The 600 hour Electrical Technician/Electrical Distribution Mechanic Trainee Program presented by the Los Angeles Unified School District; or
6. An accredited lineman college with a climbing certificate; or
7. Certificate of completion of the Introduction to Electricity course offered through the Transportation Workforce Institute/Los Angeles Trade Technical College (TWI/LATTC) sponsored by the Department of Water and Power; or

1. Six months of full-time experience as a helper in performing electrical work on equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems while in the United States Armed Forces.

PROCESS NOTES

1. Applicants filing under Requirement #2 must submit proof of completion as requested in Requirement #2. Applicants must attach a copy of the proof of completion to the on-line application at the time of filing. The requested document(s) must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the document(s) is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted the document(s). Applicants who fail to submit the document(s) at the time of filing by not attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination, and their application will not be processed.
2. High school graduation is desired but not required.
3. As a condition of employment, a valid Class C driver's license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is required. Applicants will be disqualified and candidates will not be eligible for hire if their DMV record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation such as DUI or DWI in any state or jurisdiction. Notice of disqualification or ineligibility for hire may be issued by the City of Los Angeles at any time before a final job offer is extended.
4. Certain assignments in the Electrical Craft Helper positions with the Department of Water and Power require a valid Class B driver's license issued by the California DMV within the first six months of employment. Employees appointed to this classification that fail to obtain or maintain the California DMV's Class B driver's license may be subject to termination.
5. For Internal Use Only: Licensing verification for Class C will occur at the time of appointment. Verification for Class B will occur within the first six months of employment.
6. Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at
7. Active United States Military personnel may file for this examination. However, they cannot be appointed until they have completed their military service and have been discharged with satisfactory performance. Proof of military service and satisfactory performance must be provided prior to appointment.
8. Applicants filing under Requirement #3 must submit at the time of filing their application a copy of their DD-214 or a copy of their military identification indicating an End of Active Obligated Service (EAOS) date within six months from the application date. The copy of the DD-214 or military identification with EAOS must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the copy is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted it. Applicants who fail to submit the DD-214 or military identification with EAOS at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination, and their application will not be processed.

WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the "Apply" icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at
NOTE :
Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed below:
Filing Period 1: From FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 2026 to THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026.

Filing Period 2: Future dates to be determined.
The examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received. Filing periods may change without prior notice or additional dates may be added, as needed, at a later date. For administrative purposes, filing will close periodically and reopen on the dates noted in the "Application Deadline" section of this bulletin.
In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process in the following order: 1) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles who meet the minimum requirements, or are on a reserve list; 2) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on a random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applicants not selected to be tested may re-apply in a subsequent filing period in order to be considered for that period's selection process.

SELECTION PROCESS
Examination Weight: Multiple-Choice Test - 100%
The examination will consist entirely of a weighted multiple-choice test administered and proctored on-line. In the on-line multiple-choice test, the following competencies may be evaluated: Mathematics; Judgment and Decision Making; Mechanical Aptitude; Interpersonal Skills; Reading Comprehension, including: how to read and interpret written work instructions and street maps; Safety Focus, including knowledge of: basic safety principles and procedures, including proper lifting techniques and procedures for working safely in confined spaces; specialized safety equipment to be used for various jobs; Motor Vehicle Code's rules for operation of vehicles; vehicle safety inspections; Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: the use and care of hand and power tools; common knots used in electrical craft work; how to read test equipment; how to properly measure materials, such as cables and wires; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities.
Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to and clicking on Competencies under Electrical Craft Helper.
The multiple-choice test will be proctored and administered on-line during a single session. Candidates invited to participate in the on-line multiple-choice test will be able to take the test from a remote location (i.e., their home) using a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the dates and specific steps on how to take the multiple-choice test on-line. Candidates who do not complete and submit the remote proctored multiple-choice test on-line using a computer by the specified date and time will not be considered further in this examination.
For candidates who apply during Filing Period 1, it is anticipated that the remote proctored multiple-choice test will be administered between TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2026 and MONDAY, AUGUST 31, 2026
FAQs for on-line testing are available at who do not have the required equipment may have the option to take the multiple-choice test onsite at a City facility.
APPOINTMENT :
Prior to appointment, eligibles may be required to pass a test of physical ability administered by the appointing authority which may test areas of upper and lower body strength, flexibility and stamina.
NOTES :

1. This examination is based on a validation study, and as provided by the Civil Service Commission Rule 4.20, the multiple-choice will not be subject to candidate inspection.
2. As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at
3. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.
4. Based on City policy, before being hired into one of these positions, you may be required to undergo a drug and alcohol screening test.
5. The incumbents of some positions in this class may be required to pass an annual or periodic work fitness evaluation to determine their eligibility for continued employment in this class.
6. A final average score of 70% or higher is required to be placed on the eligible list.
7. Your name may be removed from the open competitive list after 6 months.
8. Your rank on the employment list may change as candidates from other administrations of the examination are merged onto one list.
9. You may take the Electrical Craft Helper multiple-choice test only once every 24 months under this bulletin. If you have taken the Electrical Craft Helper multiple-choice test during an open filing period in the Personnel Department within the last 24 months under this bulletin, you may not file for this examination at this time.
10. In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22 and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.

Notice:
If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.
THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN ONLY

ON AN OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS
The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.
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To be PROPERLY AND PROMPTLY notified of the status of my application, I UNDERSTAND that I MUST provide on my City application, the following information:

-Working E-mail address
-Telephone Number
-Official social security number

I UNDERSTAND that I MUST provide a working email address on my application where I will receive notifications regarding the status of my application and the selection process.

I UNDERSTAND that important information regarding the status of my application and the selection process will only be sent via E-MAIL to the email address I provided.

I UNDERSTAND that it is MY RESPONSIBILITY to ensure that the email address I provided is a working email and that I will check my email regularly to ensure I receive any communication as it relates to the examination promptly.

I UNDERSTAND that the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department is NOT RESPONSIBLE for any lost or redirected emails and that it is MY RESPONSIBILITY to add View email address on click.appcast.io to my email contact list to avoid email notifications related to this examination from being classified as "spam" or "junk" mail.

• I have read these statements to their fullest and will provide a working e-mail address on my application in order to receive status of my application regarding this examination.

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I UNDERSTAND that I am required to describe, IN DETAIL, my appropriate qualifying experience in the Work Experience Section of my application.

I UNDERSTAND that, if qualifying with my City experience, that I MUST indicate my appropriate job classification in my work history and NOT ANY WORKING TITLE that I believe is designated to me.

I UNDERSTAND that if I attach a resume and/or cover letter IN LIEU of completing the Work Experience Section, my application is INCOMPLETE and WILL NOT be considered for this examination, and my application WILL NOT be further processed.

In addition to including my qualifying experience, I UNDERSTAND that I should list ALL jobs, regardless of duration, including part-time jobs, military service and any periods of unemployment during my entire work history.

• I have read these statements to their entirety and understand them completely and to their fullest.

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I am currently:

• A City of Los Angeles employee having received a regular appointment.
• An exempt City of Los Angeles employee, but have civil service status.
• An exempt City of Los Angeles employee without receiving civil service status.
• A City of Los Angeles employee in a temporary training position.
• A City of Los Angeles employee on a part-time basis.
• On a regular reserve list for the City of Los Angeles.
• Not employed with the City of Los Angeles.

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Requirement #1: I have the following amount of full-time paid experience as a helper in an electrical trade: Note: You MUST provide detailed examples of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. FAILURE to provide detailed examples will result in your DISQUALIFICATION from this examination.

• 5 months or less
• 6 months or more
• This statement does not apply to me

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Requirement #1: In the text box below, please list the job title(s) and employer(s) in which you gained full-time paid experience as a helper in an electrical trade:If this statement does not apply to you, please write "N/A" Note: You MUST provide detailed examples of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. FAILURE to provide detailed examples will result in your DISQUALIFICATION from this examination.
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Requirement #2a: I have successfully completed at least eight months in the Utility Pre-Craft Trainee training program sponsored by the Department of Water and Power. Note: Applicants filing under Requirement #2 must submit proof of completion as requested in Requirement #2. Applicants must attach a copy of the proof of completion to the on-line application at the time of filing. The requested document(s) must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the document(s) is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted the document(s). Applicants who fail to submit the document(s) at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination.

• Yes, I have completed at least 8 months AND have attached proof of completion to this application
• This statement does not apply to me

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Requirement #2b: I have successfully completed the Hayden or Delmar Electricity Course sponsored by the Department of Water and Power. Note: Applicants filing under Requirement #2 must submit proof of completion as requested in Requirement #2. Applicants must attach a copy of the proof of completion to the on-line application at the time of filing. The requested document(s) must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the document(s) is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted the document(s). Applicants who fail to submit the document(s) at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination.

• Yes, I have completed the Hayden Electricity Course AND attached proof of completion to this application
• Yes, I have completed the Delmar Electricity Course AND attached proof of completion to this application
• This statement does not apply to me

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Requirement #2c: I have successfully completed the Pre-Electrical Craft Helper training course presented by Los Angeles Trade Technical College. Notes: You MUST include this education information in the Education Section of the online application. FAILURE to do so will result in your DISQUALIFICATION from this examination.Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at filing under Requirement #2 must submit proof of completion as requested in Requirement #2. Applicants must attach a copy of the proof of completion to the on-line application at the time of filing. The requested document(s) must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the document(s) is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted the document(s). Applicants who fail to submit the document(s) at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination.

• Yes, I have completed the Pre-Electrical Craft Helper training course AND attached proof of completion to this application
• This statement does not apply to me

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Requirement #2d: I have successfully completed the 120 hour Electrical Technician/Electric Utility Worker class presented by the Los Angeles Unified School District. Notes: You MUST include this education information in the Education Section of the online application. FAILURE to do so will result in your DISQUALIFICATION from this examination.Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at filing under Requirement #2 must submit proof of completion as requested in Requirement #2. Applicants must attach a copy of the proof of completion to the on-line application at the time of filing. The requested document(s) must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the document(s) is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted the document(s). Applicants who fail to submit the document(s) at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination.

• Yes, I have completed the 120 hour Electrical Technician/Electric Utility Worker class AND attached proof of completion to this application
• This statement does not apply to me

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Requirement #2e: I have successfully completed the 600 hour Electrical Technician/Electrical Distribution Mechanic Trainee Program presented by the Los Angeles Unified School District. Notes: You MUST include this education information in the Education Section of the online application. FAILURE to do so will result in your DISQUALIFICATION from this examination.Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at filing under Requirement #2 must submit proof of completion as requested in Requirement #2. Applicants must attach a copy of the proof of completion to the on-line application at the time of filing. The requested document(s) must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the document(s) is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted the document(s). Applicants who fail to submit the document(s) at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination.

• Yes, I have completed the 600 hour Electrical Technician/Electrical Distribution Mechanic Trainee Program AND attached proof of completion to this application
• this statement does not apply to me

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Requirement #2f: I have successfully completed an accredited lineman college with a climbing certificate. Notes: You MUST include this education information in the Education Section of the online application. FAILURE to do so will result in your DISQUALIFICATION from this examination.Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at filing under Requirement #2 must submit proof of completion as requested in Requirement #2. Applicants must attach a copy of the proof of completion to the on-line application at the time of filing. The requested document(s) must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the document(s) is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted the document(s). Applicants who fail to submit the document(s) at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination.

• Yes, I have completed an accredited lineman college with a climbing certificate AND attached the certificate to this application
• This statement does not apply to me

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Requirement #2g: I have successfully completed the Introduction to Electricity course offered through the Transportation Workforce Institute/Los Angeles Trade Technical College (TWI/LATTC) sponsored by the Department of Water and Power. Notes: You MUST include this education information in the Education Section of the online application. FAILURE to do so will result in your DISQUALIFICATION from this examination.Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at

• Yes, I have completed the Introduction to Electricity course offered through the Transportation Workforce Institute/Los Angeles Trade Technical College (TWI/LATTC) sponsored by the Department of Water and Power AND attached the certificate to this application
• This statement does not apply to me

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Requirement #3: I have 6 months of full time experience as a helper in performing electrical work on equipment and circuits in the maintenance or construction of electrical systems while in the United States Armed Forces. Notes: You MUST provide detailed examples of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. FAILURE to provide detailed examples will result in your DISQUALIFICATION from this examination.Active United States Military personnel may file for this examination; however, they cannot be appointed until they have completed their military service and have been discharged with satisfactory performance. Proof of military service and satisfactory performance must be provided prior to appointment.Applicants filing under Requirement #3 must submit at the time of filing their application a copy of their DD-214 or a copy of their military identification indicating an End of Active Obligated Service (EAOS) date within six months from the application date. The copy of the DD-214 or military identification with EAOS must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the copy is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted it. Applicants who fail to submit the DD-214 or military identification with EAOS at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination.

• Yes, I have 6 months of experience performing the duties stated while in the United States Armed Forces AND I have attached either a copy of my DD-214 or a copy of my Military ID indicated an EAOS date within 6 MONTHS of TODAY'S DATE
• This statement does not apply to me

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California Driver's License:
I have a valid California driver's license.

• Yes
• No

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California Driver's License:
Indicate your valid California driver's license number and expiration date in the text box below.
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RETAKE CLAUSE I have taken the Electrical Craft Helper multiple-choice test within the last 24 months. NOTE: You may take the Electrical Craft Helper multiple-choice test only once every 24 months under this bulletin. If you have taken the Electrical Craft Helper multiple-choice test during an open filing period in the Personnel Department within the last 24 months under this bulletin, you may not file for this examination at this time.

• I have taken the Electrical Craft Helper multiple-choice test within the last 24 months.
• This statement does not apply to me.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: I have read the above questions carefully and answered each one accurately. I understand that if I do not provide correct information that my application will be disqualified and will not be considered further for this examination.

I understand that if I submit more than one application, my newest application will be considered and all others will be considered duplicates and will not be reviewed.

You should include in the work experience section of your application any jobs you wish to be considered as you will be unable to add or change your information after submission .

• Yes, I have read the above statements carefully and understand them to their fullest.

Required Question