Utilities Water Maintenance Electrician

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.

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.

• 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.

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

• Three years of experience as a journey level electrician.

• 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.

• 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 information 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.

All applicants will be notified via e‑mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates, times, and locations after the closing date of this announcement.