Becoming an electrician in Oakland, CA typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a significant presence in California, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices earn an average of $1,568 per week in Oakland, with an annual overtime average of $49,336. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $90,000 annually for experienced professionals.
The Position East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) is inviting skilled electricians with industrial electrical experience to apply for the position of Electrical Technician. Join a knowledgeable and motivated team who take pride in doing quality work in preventive, predictive, and corrective electrical maintenance. Duties include maintaining, repairing, and installing electrical and electronic circuits, motors, controls, and equipment used in large water distribution systems and wastewater treatment facilities. Electrical Technicians typically spend a large portion of time working in the field on 480V-12kV equipment. There are positions available in the Water and Wastewater departments, which report to Oakland or Walnut Creek. Every employee adds value to the EBMUD team as they are committed to responsible stewardship of our resources. The employee standard is to act with integrity, treat others with respect, and value a teamwork culture while fulfilling EBMUD's mission to provide reliable, high-quality water and wastewater services at fair rates. Competitive candidates will share these values and also have industrial electrical experience in maintaining/repairing and/or installing switchgear, MCCs, VFDs, soft starters, UPSs, PLCs, electric motors, transformers, control panels, conduits, power distribution and lighting systems similar to those found at EBMUD facilities. The salary range is $10,409 per month increasing to $10,929, $11,475, and $12,049 after 12, 24, and 36 months, respectively. EBMUD also provides valuable retirement programs including a significant pension benefit reciprocal with CalPERS, as well as 401k/401a/457b plans. EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age for individuals age forty or older, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veterans status, family or medical leave status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical condition), pregnancy disability leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and other categories protected by federal, state and/or local laws. Requirements 1. A high school diploma or its equivalent. 2a. Recognized status as a journey level Electrician in general electrical installation and repair work OR 2b.16 months of experience comparable to EBMUD’s Electrical Worker III classification, including satisfactory completion of the appropriate courses and advanced on-the-job training as specified in EBMUD's Trades Training Program. 3. Possession of a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. 4. Must possess the physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the class, including sufficient agility to climb to a height of 65 feet, sufficient strength to lift and maneuver equipment and materials such as conduit or pipe up to a weight of 90 pounds with assistance, and sufficient color vision to differentiate cable color coding. Willingness to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and to work overtime in emergency situations. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. To be considered under the “equivalent combination of education and experience” provision, it is your responsibility to include in your application materials written evidence of employment performed at the level of the typical duties of this position and/or coursework in subject areas directly related to this position. For more information, see our FAQ page at http://www.ebmud.com/jobs/job-resources/job-faqs-frequently-asked-questions/. The Selection Process 1. Submit a completed EBMUD application online at www.ebmud.com by 4:30 p.m., Friday, April 25, 2025. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted. 2. Candidates must achieve a passing score on each test part in order to advance to the next step in the selection process. 3. All qualified applications will be competitively evaluated and those candidates who receive a passing score to be invited to an in-person written test tentatively scheduled for mid-May. The written test will cover electrical principles such as circuits, transformers, generators and motors, electrical practices such as wiring, maintenance, construction, PLCs, codes, tools, equipment, and safety. 4. Candidates who achieve a passing score on the written test will be invited to an interview panel that will cover blueprint reading, troubleshooting, maintenance and construction. Candidates who pass the interview panel will be invited to a hands-on shop test that covers equipment identification, installation, and troubleshooting. The interview panel and hands-on shop test are tentatively scheduled for early June. 5. Successful candidates will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 to 24 months. 6. The probation period for this position is 12 months. For those holding civil service status the probation period is 6 months. 7. All employment offers are conditional, pending the results of a Live Scan background screening. All selected finalists must participate in the Live Scan background screening process to remain in consideration for EBMUD employment. Supplemental Information As the first step in the selection process, responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted online with the regular EBMUD application. Please provide thorough, accurate descriptions of assignments you have personally performed. Should you respond with comments such as “see application” or “see resume” instead of addressing the questions directly, your application may not be considered. Our excellent benefits package includes: • 12 days paid vacation; 16 holidays; 13 days paid sick leave; • Family health insurance (choice of Kaiser fully paid or Sutter Health Plus or Anthem Blue Cross 85% paid); • Fully paid family dental and vision care plans;life insurance; long-term disability insurance; • EBMUD Retirement Plan (reciprocal with CalPERS); • $1,000/yr. contributed to flexible spending account or cash; • $145/mo. public transit subsidy; • 401(k) and 457(b) tax-deferred retirement plans; Roth 401(k); • $3,500/yr. tuition reimbursement; • And opportunities for professional growth including training and career development.
See More Details >>An Oakland, CA-based professional consulting firm seeks a full-time, skilled engineer to support transit projects in the San Francisco Bay Area. Candidate must live in the San Francisco Bay Area. PLC and large scale cloud computing experience a MUST. The pay range is $40-$55. The ideal candidate is motivated and will perform, at minimum, the following tasks: • Design review and oversight of design consultants. • Manage the design package so it is biddable and constructable • Oversight of design or construction personnel and suppliers/vendors, as needed • Work closely with the project manager in scheduling, procurement, document control, and other essential functions pertaining to electrical engineering design • Function as daily point of contact to staff, contractors, vendors and external parties at project level • Perform day-to-day management responsibilities of multiple projects in varying stages of design or construction, including scope and schedule monitoring • Ensure that all project-related documentation is appropriately filed, updated and accessible to project teams • Manage and participate in design and constructability tasks and records management such as change order management, contractor submittal reviews, RFIs, and progress reports; as-built documentation; meeting agendas and minutes • Actively manage the project during the design process with regards to constructability and multidisciplinary interface coordination and reviews • Review daily and weekly planning design and construction activity of subcontractors, consultants and/or vendors, as required • Communicate extensively with project team, subcontractor and external parties as required for successful and timely execution of project milestones • Implement quality control and assurance activities on work • Work with various organizations to perform work for the project and provide input to design and construction contract REQUIREMENTS: • BS in Electrical Engineering • Project management experience desired • Minimum 1 year of experience in electrical engineering design and construction • Prior experience in managing large electrical utility, or distribution projects • Prior experience in responsibility for projects involving electrical disciplines and/or functions across the entire project cycle Job Type: Full-time Pay: $40.00 - $55.00 per hour Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Hill International is seeking an Electrical Inspector in Oakland, California Electrical Inspector with experience in airfield projects. Ideal candidate will have a strong background in inspecting airfield lighting systems, circuiting, and cables, as well as experience in paving work inspections on runways and taxiways. Additionally, the inspector will be responsible for tracking both civil and electrical quantities, as well as overseeing electrical testing for installations of airfield lighting. • Conduct thorough inspections of airfield lighting systems, including circuiting and cable installations. • Inspect paving work on runways and taxiways per Port of Oakland and FAA. • Track and document quantities of both civil and electrical work items (e.g., base cans, connector kits, light fixtures, edge lights, cables, AC Tonnage, Imported materials to the site, …. Etc.) and maintaining accurate records. • Oversee and track electrical testing for all installations, including base cans, ground tags, and light fixtures, ensuring all testing meets project requirements. • Prepare and submit daily inspection reports, including photographic documentation of inspection activities. • Proven experience as an Electrical Inspector, preferably on airfield projects. • In-depth knowledge of airfield lighting systems, circuiting, cabling, and electrical testing. • Familiarity with paving work inspections and civil quantities tracking. • Extensive experience working night shifts to accommodate airfield operational requirements, ensuring minimal disruption to airport activities. • Experience communicating with Air Traffic Control Tower and driving on airfields. The salary range for this position is $80 - $90 hourly. The offered salary will be based on the applicants qualifications, education, experience and work location. Depending upon your employment status, Hill’s comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program. Hill International, with more than 4,100+ professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest program management firms in the world. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com . Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs. Hill is a GISI Consulting Group company, part of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. (GISI) family of companies. Learn more about GISI Consulting Group at www.gisi.com . Hill International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled Note : This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties as required. IER Right to Work Poster E-Verify Participation Poster
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