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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We are a top-rated electrical contractor based in the San Fernando Valley (Reseda) and are seeking an Apprentice electrician with residential service experience. You will be expected to have some electrical experience and a basic understanding of the National Electric Code. Our work consists of mostly residential and some commercial work in Los Angeles and Ventura County. The type of work we do is service-based work (not new construction).
You will be driving a company provided work truck with all the materials necessary to complete the job. A clean driving record and being legally allowed to work in the United States is a requirement to be hired. At least three years of experience is required for this position. Please do not apply if you are fresh out of school and/or don't have at least three years of experience working for a company as an apprentice.
Benefits:
- Sick Pay
- Customer Tips
- Overtime opportunities
Job Type:
- Full time (30-40 hours per week) with open availability M-F
Schedule:
- Monday - Friday
Travel requirement:
- Company-provided work truck
Experience:
- Combined residential & commercial electrical experience: 3 years
- Sales experience
- Customer service experience
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Clean driving record required)
Work Location:
- 6924 Canby Ave., Unit 106 • Reseda, CA 91335
- Legally allowed to work in the USA.
- Clean driving record.
- Clean background.
- At least three years of residential experience.
We are a top-rated electrical contractor based in the San Fernando Valley (Reseda) and are seeking an Apprentice electrician with residential service experience. You will be expected to have some electrical experience and a basic understanding of the National Electric Code. Our work consists of mostly residential and some commercial work in Los Angeles and Ventura County. The type of work we do is service-based work (not new construction).
You will be driving a company provided work truck with all the materials necessary to complete the job. A clean driving record and being legally allowed to work in the United States is a requirement to be hired. At least three years of experience is required for this position. Please do not apply if you are fresh out of school and/or don't have at least three years of experience working for a company as an apprentice.
Benefits:
- Sick Pay
- Customer Tips
- Overtime opportunities
Job Type:
- Full time (30-40 hours per week) with open availability M-F
Schedule:
- Monday - Friday
Travel requirement:
- Company-provided work truck
Experience:
- Combined residential & commercial electrical experience: 3 years
- Sales experience
- Customer service experience
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Clean driving record required)
Work Location:
- 6924 Canby Ave., Unit 106 • Reseda, CA 91335
- Legally allowed to work in the USA.
- Clean driving record.
- Clean background.
- At least three years of residential experience.
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Electrician Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- Superior Electrical, Mechanical & Plumbing11
- Tesla8
- Walmart6
- Bergelectric5
- Helix Electric5
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Investment & Asset Management
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 Superior Electrical, Mechanical & Plumbing, Tesla, and Walmart, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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?
Sacramento, San Jose, and San Diego 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 1% of electrician openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 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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