Electrician Jobs in California
Electrician jobs in California are concentrated in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where infrastructure buildout, commercial construction, and clean energy projects keep demand strong at every level from apprentice to master electrician. Large contractors and utilities such as Cupertino Electric, Southern California Edison, and Swinerton Builders maintain a steady California presence and hire across residential, commercial, and industrial specialties. Solar, EV charging infrastructure, and industrial controls are among the most in-demand specialties in the state right now. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Purpose:
The Service Electrician Technician Certified Journeyman is a skilled and seasoned leader who can read and interpret drawings, assist with service & maintenance calls, troubleshoot and provide solutions and repairs.
Responsibilities:
Electrical Code Knowledge: Have a working understanding and knowledge of current electrical principles, codes, regulations, and best practices, ensuring compliance and delivery of excellent quality workmanship.
Blueprint Interpretation: Have the ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, engineered lighting control drawings, and all related technical drawings to plan and execute accurate electrical installations.
Electrical System Installations: Perform skilled electrical installations, including but not limited to setting of switchgear, transformers, and panels, ensuring compliance with governing agencies and national electrical codes.
Lighting Controls: Perform lighting control installations and programming while ensuring compliance with drawings, governing agencies, and codes.
Job Layout: Plan and coordinate layouts utilizing reflected ceiling plans. Use laser for lighting layouts, suspension points, and conduit racks.
Electrical Troubleshooting, Repairs, & Maintenance: Have the ability to identify, diagnose with testing devices, and repair electrical issues in various systems. Identify and implement preventative maintenance on electrical systems to prevent future issues.
Team Leadership: Provide training, coaching, guidance, and mentorship to apprentices and other team members to meet project expectations with quality and efficiency.
Strong Communication Skills: Provide daily and as-needed job progress updates, including challenges and changes, to foreman and/or supervisor in a timely manner. Professionally communicate with clients, as necessary, regarding electrical needs, answer questions, and provide project updates, or connect supervisor for further information,
Project, Material, & Equipment Planning: Proactively foresee, plan, and communicate material and equipment needs for upcoming phases of work.
Safety: Maintain and work with a “safety first” approach to all work while remaining in compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and standards. Immediately report any potential hazards or dangers to supervisor.
Equipment Operation: Have the knowledge and ability to utilize scissor lifts, boom lifts, and single man-lifts, etc. in order to perform assigned work.
Education, Skills and Experience:
5-7 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN ELECTRICAL FIELD
Has a current general electrician certification
Owns all hand tools related to a Journeyman’s needs
Valid Driver License
Reliable transportation
Fluent in written and spoken English
Ability to lift 50+ pounds
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work as a team
Great attitude
OSHA 30 Card
Benefits:
Salary: $33.00 - $42.00 per hour
Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Insurance and 401K with 4% match
Holiday Pay
ALBD Electric & Cable is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
- Unless specifically contracted, resumes from recruiting agencies and/or solicitations from consultants are not being accepted for this position.
About ALBD Electric & Cable
Since 2006, ALBD Electric & Cable has provided the highest-quality commercial and residential electrical installation, service and maintenance. We take pride in our 100% self-performance capabilities consisting of underground, ground-up, design-build, construction, tenant-improvements, and much more. ALBD’s multi-faceted specialties and reputation have awarded our teams exciting projects with leaders in a wide array of industries. We are not your average electrical contracting company. We are more than that. There is a cultivated family environment here at ALBD created by our ownership then nurtured by our leadership team. Many of our employees have been with us since inception and all our employees are inspired by the opportunity for further development, training, and advancement.Job Purpose:
The Service Electrician Technician Certified Journeyman is a skilled and seasoned leader who can read and interpret drawings, assist with service & maintenance calls, troubleshoot and provide solutions and repairs.
Responsibilities:
Electrical Code Knowledge: Have a working understanding and knowledge of current electrical principles, codes, regulations, and best practices, ensuring compliance and delivery of excellent quality workmanship.
Blueprint Interpretation: Have the ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, engineered lighting control drawings, and all related technical drawings to plan and execute accurate electrical installations.
Electrical System Installations: Perform skilled electrical installations, including but not limited to setting of switchgear, transformers, and panels, ensuring compliance with governing agencies and national electrical codes.
Lighting Controls: Perform lighting control installations and programming while ensuring compliance with drawings, governing agencies, and codes.
Job Layout: Plan and coordinate layouts utilizing reflected ceiling plans. Use laser for lighting layouts, suspension points, and conduit racks.
Electrical Troubleshooting, Repairs, & Maintenance: Have the ability to identify, diagnose with testing devices, and repair electrical issues in various systems. Identify and implement preventative maintenance on electrical systems to prevent future issues.
Team Leadership: Provide training, coaching, guidance, and mentorship to apprentices and other team members to meet project expectations with quality and efficiency.
Strong Communication Skills: Provide daily and as-needed job progress updates, including challenges and changes, to foreman and/or supervisor in a timely manner. Professionally communicate with clients, as necessary, regarding electrical needs, answer questions, and provide project updates, or connect supervisor for further information,
Project, Material, & Equipment Planning: Proactively foresee, plan, and communicate material and equipment needs for upcoming phases of work.
Safety: Maintain and work with a “safety first” approach to all work while remaining in compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and standards. Immediately report any potential hazards or dangers to supervisor.
Equipment Operation: Have the knowledge and ability to utilize scissor lifts, boom lifts, and single man-lifts, etc. in order to perform assigned work.
Education, Skills and Experience:
5-7 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN ELECTRICAL FIELD
Has a current general electrician certification
Owns all hand tools related to a Journeyman’s needs
Valid Driver License
Reliable transportation
Fluent in written and spoken English
Ability to lift 50+ pounds
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work as a team
Great attitude
OSHA 30 Card
Benefits:
Salary: $33.00 - $42.00 per hour
Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Insurance and 401K with 4% match
Holiday Pay
ALBD Electric & Cable is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
- Unless specifically contracted, resumes from recruiting agencies and/or solicitations from consultants are not being accepted for this position.
About ALBD Electric & Cable
Since 2006, ALBD Electric & Cable has provided the highest-quality commercial and residential electrical installation, service and maintenance. We take pride in our 100% self-performance capabilities consisting of underground, ground-up, design-build, construction, tenant-improvements, and much more. ALBD’s multi-faceted specialties and reputation have awarded our teams exciting projects with leaders in a wide array of industries. We are not your average electrical contracting company. We are more than that. There is a cultivated family environment here at ALBD created by our ownership then nurtured by our leadership team. Many of our employees have been with us since inception and all our employees are inspired by the opportunity for further development, training, and advancement.See All 266+ Electrician Jobs in California
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Hospitality & Tourism
- Construction & Real Estate
- Government & Public Sector
- Consulting & Professional Services
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrician jobs across California.
- Active California Electrical Contractor License or valid state journeyman certification required
- Completion of a state-approved apprenticeship program or equivalent electrical trade training
- Proficiency reading blueprints, schematics, and National Electrical Code specifications
- Experience with commercial, industrial, or residential electrical installation and troubleshooting
- Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation to job sites
- Familiarity with solar photovoltaic systems or EV charging infrastructure preferred
Electrician Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrician in California?
Becoming a licensed electrician in California requires completing a state-approved apprenticeship or equivalent training and passing the California Electrical Certification exam administered through the Department of Industrial Relations. Candidates register with the California Department of Industrial Relations as a trainee and progress toward a General Electrician or Fire/Life Safety Technician certification. A high school diploma or GED is the standard educational entry point before beginning an apprenticeship through a union hall or contractor training program.
Which companies hire electricians in California?
Companies currently hiring electricians in California include UEI College, Superior Electrical, Mechanical & Plumbing, and Tesla, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's large public utilities, commercial general contractors, and renewable energy developers are consistent sources of openings given the state's ongoing infrastructure and clean energy investment.
Which California cities have the most electrician jobs?
San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Jose have the most electrician openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its scale of commercial construction and industrial facilities, while the San Francisco Bay Area drives demand through tech campus buildouts and transit electrification, and San Diego adds steady volume through defense and military installation work that draws large electrical contractors to the region.
Are there remote electrician jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Electrician work is almost entirely hands-on and site-based, so the majority of openings require physical presence. About 3% of electrician openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those roles tend to be estimating, project management, or design positions rather than field installation work.
How can I get hired as a electrician in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a registered apprenticeship through a California IBEW local union chapter or a non-union contractor training program affiliated with Associated Builders and Contractors. These programs hire applicants with no prior experience and pay a wage from day one. Entry-level roles listed as electrician helper, construction laborer, or low-voltage technician also provide a foot in the door with larger California contractors who promote from within once you earn your trainee registration.
Where can I find and apply to electrician jobs in California?
You can find and apply to electrician jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated in real time. Search the listings for roles that match your certification level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and location.
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