UTILITIES WATER MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN
Salary
$102,684.00 - $124,812.00 Annually
Location
Riverside, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26-4371-01
Department
Public Utilities-Water
Division
PU-Water-Production-Operation
Opening Date
05/28/2026
Closing Date
6/14/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
The Position
The City of Riverside, Public Utilities Department (RPU) is accepting applications for the position of UTILITIES WATER MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN to fill one (1) vacancy in the Water Division. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.
Under general supervision, the Utilities Water Maintenance Electrician is to perform skilled electrical work in the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, equipment and fixtures and to do related work as required.
Work Performed
Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Install conduits, wires, relays, pull boxes, switchboards and switches required in making additions, extensions or alterations in electrical systems.
- Repair and replace defective parts in motors, air conditioners, generators, pumps, relays, storage batteries, switchboards, controllers, switches and other fixtures and appliances.
- Install and maintain water production and distribution control and measuring devices.
- Test, locate and repair defects in electrical circuits or equipment.
- Assist in installation and modification of telephone equipment.
- Assist in general maintenance activities.
- Assist in supervision and training of less experienced maintenance personnel.
Qualifications
Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Experience: Three years of experience as a journey level electrician.
Necessary Special Requirement
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
- Possession of, or attainment of within eighteen (18) months from date of hire, a Grade 2 Water Distribution Operator certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board.
Highly Desired Qualifications:
- Deep experience diagnosing, rebuilding, and maintaining heavy-duty equipment like booster pumps, vertical turbine motors, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
- The ability to efficiently isolate faults in complex control circuits, switches, and relays under pressure to minimize system downtime.
- Exceptional skill in interpreting complex electrical schematics, logic diagrams, and legacy blueprints to trace issues in older utility infrastructure.
- The ability to clearly translate complex technical issues into actionable info for operators, supervisors, or external contractors.
- Willingness to assist with general maintenance and operational support activities during major system overhauls and emergency repairs in a team-oriented utility environment
Selection Process
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire
FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.
Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver's License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.
It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.
Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.
NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.
Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:
- An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
- An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.
All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) - Field Unit
The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows:
- Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
- Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost. And is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
- Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,637 per month for HMO plans (family coverage).
- Dental Insurance-The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $55 per month.
- Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage.
- Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment up to $100,000 plus AD&D. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employee and eligible dependents (up to $300k).
- Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $75 per month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check. Participation in the deferred compensation plan is optional.
- Leave Benefits - Includes vacation, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits. Please refer to IBEW Field MOU for specific details.
- Flexible Spending Account-The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation.
- Long Term Disability - The City offers optional enrollment in the Long-Term Disability Plan.
- Short Term Disability- Employees are automatically enrolled in with The Standard Short-Term Disability Plan. The City contributes $25.60 per month and the employee pays the remainder portion of the premium.
- LegalEase Plan - Optional legal services plan for employees and eligible dependents.
- Critical Illness Plan - Optional critical illness insurance plan for employees and eligible dependents.
- Vacation Accrual - 0-5 yrs. = 80 hrs., 6-10 yrs. = 120 hrs., 11+ yrs.=160 hrs.
- For other special compensation, refer to the IBEW MOU.
For additional benefits information, please visit the following website: https://www.riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/benefits/about-1
For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status.
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Instructions: The information on the application and your responses to the following supplemental questions will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum and/or highly desirable qualifications for the position in which you are applying. Detailed responses must be provided for each question in order to ensure qualifications are properly considered.
(*Do not refer to a resume in lieu of completing the supplemental questions).
Employers listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
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Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed.
- Less than High School Diploma or GED
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some college coursework completed
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- PhD
03
Please indicate the years of experience you have as a journey level electrician.
- Less than 3 years
- 3 years, or more
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Do you have possession of, or attainment of within eighteen (18) months from date of hire, a Grade 2 Water Distribution Operator certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board?
- I possess a Grade 2 Water Distribution Operator certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board
- I do not currently but can obtain a Grade 2 Water Distribution Operator certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board within 18 months of hire date.
- None of the above
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Which of the following align with your experience and ability. Check ALL that apply:
- I possess deep experience diagnosing, rebuilding, and maintaining heavy-duty equipment like booster pumps, vertical turbine motors, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
- I have the ability to efficiently isolate faults in complex control circuits, switches, and relays under pressure to minimize system downtime.
- I possess exceptional skill in interpreting complex electrical schematics, logic diagrams, and legacy blueprints to trace issues in older utility infrastructure.
- I have the ability to clearly translate complex technical issues into actionable info for operators, supervisors, or external contractors.
- I am willing to assist with general maintenance and operational support activities during major system overhauls and emergency repairs in a team-oriented utility environment.
- None of the above
06
Please indicate the type of valid drivers license you currently possess.
- None
- Class A
- Class B
- Class C
- Out of State License
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Certification: I understand that I cannot update my application once it has been submitted. Therefore, I have fully completed ALL sections, provided full descriptions of my duties and responsibilities for each employer, and have fully answered ALL questions on the Supplemental Questionnaire. (Do not refer to a resume or other documentation, as it will not be reviewed.) Employers noted on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be included and fully detailed on the Application.
Required Question
Employer City of Riverside
Address 3900 Main Street
Riverside, California, 92522
Phone 951-826-5808
Website http://www.riversideca.gov