Maintenance Electrician Jobs in California
Maintenance Electrician jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with steady demand across manufacturing, utilities, commercial real estate, and the state's vast food and beverage processing sector, covering roles from entry-level apprentice through senior facilities electrician. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and the Inland Empire, where employers like Kaiser Permanente, Amazon, and Southern California Edison maintain large facilities operations. The most in-demand specialties include industrial PLC and motor control systems, building automation, and high-voltage distribution maintenance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Pay Rate:
$50.86
Category/Shift:
Hourly Full-Time (Rotating Shift Pattern for 24/7 coverage)
Physical Location:
Ontario, CA
The Job You Will Perform:
- Follow all safety rules and practices
- Perform preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components; and observing operations, vibrations, and noise levels
- Performing emergency / break down maintenance as necessary to support plant operations
- Accurately using measurement and test equipment
- Performing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steam system, and other repairs and installations as needed
- Installing wire and conduit for newly installed and existing equipment such as conveyors, programmable controllers, converting and corrugating machinery
- Replacing faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, and motors, and position sensing devices such as proximity switch timers, scanners and photo electric devices
- Diagnosing and repair/replace faulty electronic components such as printed circuit boards
- Troubleshooting and repair pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Troubleshooting drives, i.e. AC and DC
- Reading electrical block diagrams, schematics as well as PLC ladder logic
- Maintaining clean and organized work areas, and cleaning up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks
- Accurately and completely preparing and maintaining maintenance records and other paperwork
- Troubleshooting and solving problems
- Maintaining teamwork with other associates
- Performing other duties as assigned by supervision
The Skills You Will Bring:
- Electrical Aptitude
- Troubleshooting expertise
- Mechanical knowledge
Pay Rate:
$50.86
Category/Shift:
Hourly Full-Time (Rotating Shift Pattern for 24/7 coverage)
Physical Location:
Ontario, CA
The Job You Will Perform:
- Follow all safety rules and practices
- Perform preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components; and observing operations, vibrations, and noise levels
- Performing emergency / break down maintenance as necessary to support plant operations
- Accurately using measurement and test equipment
- Performing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steam system, and other repairs and installations as needed
- Installing wire and conduit for newly installed and existing equipment such as conveyors, programmable controllers, converting and corrugating machinery
- Replacing faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, and motors, and position sensing devices such as proximity switch timers, scanners and photo electric devices
- Diagnosing and repair/replace faulty electronic components such as printed circuit boards
- Troubleshooting and repair pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- Troubleshooting drives, i.e. AC and DC
- Reading electrical block diagrams, schematics as well as PLC ladder logic
- Maintaining clean and organized work areas, and cleaning up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks
- Accurately and completely preparing and maintaining maintenance records and other paperwork
- Troubleshooting and solving problems
- Maintaining teamwork with other associates
- Performing other duties as assigned by supervision
The Skills You Will Bring:
- Electrical Aptitude
- Troubleshooting expertise
- Mechanical knowledge
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Maintenance Electrician Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Walmart14
- EPS7
- Cushman & Wakefield6
- Nordstrom5
- ABM Industries4
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail20
- Construction & Real Estate14
- Consulting & Professional Services11
- Electronics & Hardware8
- Food & Beverage6
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance electrician jobs across California.
- Active California Electrician Certification issued by the Department of Industrial Relations
- Journeyman-level experience with industrial or commercial electrical systems
- Hands-on knowledge of PLCs, motor controls, and variable frequency drives
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical blueprints
- Familiarity with NFPA 70E electrical safety and OSHA lockout/tagout procedures
- Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs in a production environment
Maintenance Electrician Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a maintenance electrician in California?
You become a maintenance electrician in California by obtaining a California Electrician Certification through the Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Labor Standards Enforcement. Candidates must complete a state-approved apprenticeship or accumulate qualifying work hours and pass a certification exam. Most employers require a Journeyman Industrial Electrician certificate at minimum. Some positions accept candidates enrolled in a JATC apprenticeship program while they complete their hours.
How much do maintenance electricians make in California?
Maintenance electricians in California earn a median of about $76,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $46,800 for the lowest 10% to over $140,340 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire maintenance electricians in California?
Employers hiring maintenance electricians in California right now include Walmart, EPS, and Cushman & Wakefield, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of large manufacturing plants, utility infrastructure, and healthcare campuses creates consistent year-round demand from both industrial operators and facilities management contractors across the state.
Which California cities have the most maintenance electrician jobs?
Los Angeles, San Diego, and Santa Clara have the most maintenance electrician openings in California. Los Angeles drives volume through its dense concentration of commercial real estate, healthcare systems, and light manufacturing, while the Bay Area and Inland Empire generate openings through technology campuses, logistics warehouses, and food processing facilities that rely heavily on continuous electrical maintenance.
Are there remote maintenance electrician jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Maintenance electrician work is inherently hands-on and site-based, so most openings require a physical presence. About 1% of maintenance electrician openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those are typically roles with a planning, estimating, or technical support component rather than direct equipment maintenance.
How can I get hired as a maintenance electrician in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a state-approved apprenticeship through a Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee program, which California hosts through unions like IBEW locals across Los Angeles, the Bay Area, and Sacramento. Large California employers such as Kaiser Permanente facilities divisions and industrial contractors routinely hire apprentice electricians. Earning a California Electrician Trainee card through the Department of Industrial Relations gives candidates a verified credential and legal standing to work under supervision while building hours.
Where can I find and apply to maintenance electrician jobs in California?
You can find and apply to maintenance electrician jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employer through each listing.
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