Electrician

Salary: $32.67 - $41.82 Hourly
Location : Throughout Poway Unified School District, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 26-0065
Site/Dept: District-wide
Opening Date: 09/21/2026
Closing Date: 9/29/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Number of Working Months: 12


Description
Selection Procedure

Applications will be screened, and those candidates whose backgrounds best match the requirements of the position will be invited to participate in a competitive examination process, which may include any combination of the following: Training & Experience evaluation (T&E) and Multiple-Choice Exam. Examination procedures are subject to change as deemed necessary by the Director of the Personnel Commission.
PUSD Classification Salary Range: $32.67 - $41.82 per hour Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $32.67 per hour (step 1) - $37.89 per hour (step 4)

Candidates who pass all of the examination processes are ranked on an eligibility list according to their score(s). Selection for the position will be made from among the top three (3) ranks of candidates. The eligibility list will be used for hiring purposes in other vacancies in the same, or equivalent, job classification and will be active for six (6) months (Merit Rule 50.100.1).
The current vacancy is 8 hours per day, 12 months per year, located at the Facilities, Maintenance, & Operations (FMO) Department.
**A valid California driver's license must be attached and submitted with the application**
***This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list valid for 6 months to fill current and future openings. **
BASIC FUNCTION:


Under direction of the Director of Facilities, Maintenance and Operations, perform journey-level skilled electrician work in the planning, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical distribution systems, and equipment and associated components and in the installation, troubleshooting, repair and programming of the digital lighting control system hardware and software.

Examples of Duties

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:


Oversee, install, test, maintain, and repair and replace a variety of complex electrical equipment and controls such as transformers, clock and lighting circuits, electrical control equipment and controls, conduit and duct systems, motorized bleachers and backboards and other various types of electrical lighting and power equipment. E


Plan, coordinate and lead other trades in the installation of portable classrooms and restrooms throughout the district. E


Design, oversee, and install underground, interior and exterior conduit for electrical distribution systems; data, telecommunications and electronic alarm systems. E


Design, oversee, and install interior and exterior electrical wiring systems. E


Train and familiarize district custodians in the proper selections and ordering of various types and uses of light bulbs. E


Analyze electrical failures problems, isolate troubles and formulate remedies for defective components, including computerized lighting controls the digital lighting controls hardware and software. E


Plan, coordinate and lead other trades in the installation of portable classrooms and restrooms throughout the district. E


Interpret electrical plans and specifications and check for conformity with electrical code, state regulations and safety orders; perform various electrical functions in the construction of facilities; inspect completed work for compliance to applicable codes and standards. E


Oversee the proper operation, testing and repair of the electrical systems for gymnasium bleachers and basketball backboards. E


Troubleshoot a 12,000 volt high voltage system; test and replace high voltage fuses. E


Estimate time and material costs for electrical projects, maintenance and repair. E


Order supplies and maintain related work records; maintain prepare records and prepare reports related to work completed and materials used. E


Perform locating activities of underground electrical cable, telecommunication cables, conduits, water lines and gas lines. E


Train and provide work direction to other assigned staff as needed. E


Perform surveying for proper grading of portable buildings using engineering level transit. E


Operate a trencher, bobcat and other equipment as assigned. E


Coordinate and perform ground rod reading and testing with the District inspectors. E


Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:


Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by an approved apprenticeship or other formal training program and five years experience in electrical installation, maintenance and repair.
LICENSE S AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid General Journeyman Electrician License as required by the State of California Division of Apprenticeship Standards.

Valid California driver's license.
**A valid California driver's license must be attached and submitted with the application** Please be sure to check your email spam folder for any communications from our Transportation department.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:


KNOWLEDGE OF:
Proper methods, materials, tools, testing and monitoring devices and equipment used in the electrical and other trades.
Training, oversight and supervision needs of maintenance workers in the electrical field.
Proper use of high voltage test instruments and hot stick equipment.
Design, construction, installation, repair, and maintenance of complex electrical systems.
Electrical and electronics theory and practices.
Programming and updating of computerized lighting controls.
Operation and repair of gymnasium bleachers and basketball backboards.
Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
Math and measures applicable to the electrical trade.
Proper methods of ordering and storing parts, supplies and equipment.
Basic record-keeping techniques and procedures.
Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Technical aspects of field of specialty.
Proper lifting techniques.


ABILITY TO:
Perform skilled electrical work in the installations, maintenance and repair of a variety of electrical and electronics devices, systems and equipment.
Train, supervise and lead maintenance workers in electrical installation and repair.
Operate tools, equipment and materials of the electrical trade and other trades.
Perform accurate electrical measurements.
Plan, design and lay out electrical projects and work.
Perform hardware installation, programming and troubleshooting of digital lighting controls.
Program and update computerized lighting control systems.
Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and its associated electronics device malfunctions.
Operate and repair electrical and mechanical functions of gymnasium bleachers and basketball backboards.
Work from technical manuals, shop drawings, wiring diagrams, electrical blueprints, schematics, specifications and catalogs.
Perform preventive maintenance on electrical and emergency back-up system circuitry.
Estimate parts and equipment needed to complete assigned projects.
Work independently with minimum direction.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain a cooperative and effective working relationship with others.
Observe and maintain safety precautions and procedures at all times.
Maintain routine records.
Perform moderate to heavy physical labor.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Indoor and outdoor environment.
Working at heights, underground and in tight and confined spaces.
Underground electrical and telecommunications vaults.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Regular exposure to dust.
Overhead work on a man-lift platform.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Frequent Climbing of ladders.
Operation of man-lift and forklift.
Standing for extended periods of time.
Lifting, Pushing or pulling heavy objects.
Heavy lifting.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate various equipment, tools and vehicles used in electrical work.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to install or repair equipment.
Seeing to perform electrical repair and maintenance work.
Hearing and speaking to communicate information.
Heavy physical labor.


HAZARDS:
Working around 12,000 volts high voltage and electrical power supply.
Working at heights on man-lift and below ground.
Working around machinery having moving parts.
Working underground electrical and telecommunications manholes and vaults.
In accordance with Personnel Commission Rules and Regulations of Classified Service # 70.200.1, new employees to Poway Unified School District will be placed at Step 1 (Minimum Salary) of the official salary range designated for the position. Any variances in initial placement are addressed in, and shall be carried out in agreement with, this rule.
The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic group identification, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identification, mental or physical disability.
For more information, please contact the Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer, Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406, View phone number on click.appcast.io.
Poway Unified School District offers an excellent benefits package for eligible contract employees who are contracted for 20 (twenty) or more hours per week.

Benefits include:

• Retirement - CalPERS
• Holidays - 18 paid holidays per year (based on 12-month employment contract)
• Vacation - Starting at 12 days per year for 12-month employees, increasing with length of service
• Sick Leave - 12 paid sick days per year (for 12 working months)
• Medical and Prescription Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Travel Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness/Mental Health Benefit
• Flexible Benefit Plan Options

For further information regarding our benefits, please visit our website at:
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The following supplemental questions will help us determine how well you meet the minimum employment qualification standards for this position. Qualified means that you meet the minimum qualifications found in the job description. Incomplete responses will disqualify your application or reduce the credit given for your qualifications. Respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Over-evaluating your skill level is considered providing false and/or misleading information. Applicants found to have provided false or misleading information of their skills will be disqualified from further employment processing, or if hired, immediately terminated from employment. Please note: (*) Answering "See Application" or "See Resume" on any of the following questions may result in your application being disqualified from further consideration in the recruitment process. (*) Your related work experience must be clearly shown in the areas for work history on your application. (*) The information provided in answering these questions will be considered in determining whether you will move to the next step and may be used as part of a technical and experience evaluation. (*) I acknowledge that I have read and understood the above statement. (Please initial in the space provided below).
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This position requires a minimum of (5) five years experience or formal training and apprenticeship as an Electrician. Do you have this experience?

• Yes
• No

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This position requires a minimum of five (5) years experience or an apprenticeship. Please detail how you meet this minimum qualification. Include the position(s) held, years of experience and duties performed. (Answering "See Application" or "See Resume" may disqualify your application from further consideration or participation in the recruitment process.)
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This position requires that you hold a Valid General Journeyman Electrician License as required by the State of California Division of Apprenticeship Standards. Please verify below that you hold this license. Candidates without this this license will not be considered.

• Yes
• No

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This position requires that you hold a Valid General Journeyman Electrician License as required by the State of California Division of Apprenticeship Standards. Proof of current license must be scanned and attached to your application or submitted to our office prior to the deadline. If NOT submitted, your application will be subject to disqualification.By initialing below, you are confirming that you have attached this license.
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This position requires that you have a valid California driver's license. By initialing below, you are confirming that you hold a valid and current license.
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