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  • Hydroelectric Electrician job type Posted on: Nov 01, 2026
  • Hydroelectric Electrician experience level San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority
  • Hydroelectric Electrician employment type Byron, California
  • Hydroelectric Electrician salary Salary: $117,726 per year
  • Hydroelectric Electrician employment type Onsite
  • Hydroelectric Electrician salary Full-time
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Job Title :

Hydroelectric Electrician

Job Type :

Full-Time

Job Location :

Byron California United States

Remote :

No

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Job Description

Job Description
Notice of Employment Opportunity.HYDROELECTRIC ELECTRICIAN, TRACY AREA.

Application Deadline: 12:00 pm on Monday, November 16, 2026.Starting Salary (depending on experience, generally at Step I): Salary Grade 19. $117,726.74.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Qualifications:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the necessary knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Three years of varied experience as a journeyman electrician maintaining and repairing facilities and equipment related to a hydroelectric generating or pumping plant, and have satisfactorily met all Electrician Critical Skills criteria.

License Requirement:
Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Possession and proof of a good driving record as evidenced by freedom from multiple or serious traffic violations or accidents for at least two (2) consecutive years. Failure to obtain or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. The driving record will not contribute to an increase in the Authority’s automobile insurance rates.

Abbreviated Job Description:
The duties listed are illustrative only and are not meant to be a complete and exhaustive listing of all of the duties and responsibilities of the classification. Under general direction of the Electrical Foreman, performs a variety of tasks related to the installation, modification, maintenance, and repair of electrical and electro-mechanical systems, circuits, and fixtures at high-voltage substations, power circuit breakers, large pump/generating units and auxiliaries, and irrigation devices for electrical control of water delivery systems; performs related work as required.

Examples of duties:
The duties listed below are illustrative only and are not meant to be a complete and exhaustive listing of the duties and responsibilities of the classification.
  • Work as a member of a crew engaged in electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and rebuilding of hydroelectric generating and pumping plant equipment.
  • Perform annual maintenance on pump/generating units, maintain auxiliary machinery and support equipment, high-voltage vacuum circuit breakers, and disconnect switches.
  • Install, maintain, and troubleshoot AC and DC controls and circuits, including breakers, wiring, conduit, fixtures, and transformers, I.A.W. local codes and regulations.
  • Maintain and repair electrical devices such as meters, gauges, pressure/temperature switches, and speed detectors; lighting systems such as incandescent, fluorescent, high/low pressure sodium vapor, LED, and mercury vapor lighting.
  • Troubleshoot and repair the main pumping unit static excitation control system and industrial motor control systems, including relay-based and PLC-based systems. Interpret and apply federal, state, and local safety regulations and electrical codes.
  • Work irregular hours and respond to emergencies in all kinds of weather conditions.
  • Update and verify electrical schematics and wiring diagrams; analyze electrical/electronic problems using electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Other duties as may be assigned.

Must possess the Ability to:
  • Read and interpret equipment wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals; anticipate problems; develop new approaches and make innovative changes in work methods, techniques, and procedures.
  • Use a wide variety of electrical components, hand tools, and equipment. Apply job safety and lock-out/tag-out procedures.
  • Apply thorough knowledge of National Electrical Code, motor-generator theory and repair procedures; electrical circuit troubleshooting, motor controllers, AC/DC control circuits and circuit breakers up to 13.8 kv); ladder logic diagrams and theory.
  • Use initiative and judgment to recognize unusual or dangerous conditions. Perform a variety of electrical and electronic testing procedures using state-of-the-art test equipment.
  • Effectively represent the Authority with the public and other organizations. Operate computer systems and software packages in the performance of assignments.
  • Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
  • Regularly and consistently meet attendance/punctuality requirements.

Typical Physical Activities include, but are not limited to:
  • Works around or uses potentially hazardous material, requiring the use of specialized protective equipment.
  • Travels frequently by automobile in conducting Authority business.
  • Work in confined spaces in extreme temperatures and wet areas. Frequently climbs, stoops, kneels, and crouches; high level of repetitive motor function dexterity.
  • Must be able to carry, push, pull, and lift equipment and parts weighing up to 50 pounds. Communicates orally with co-workers in face-to-face, one-to-one, and group settings.
  • Regularly uses trucks, cranes, forklifts, and precision machine tools.
  • Visual acuity must allow basic color distinction, shade differentials, and depth perception.
  • Hearing within normal ranges.
  • Regularly uses a telephone for communication.
  • Uses office equipment such as computer terminals, copiers, and Fax machines.

Environmental Factors include:
  • Exposure to the sun: 10% or less work time spent outside a building and exposed to the sun. Travels frequently by automobile in conducting Authority business, regularly uses trucks, cranes, forklifts, and precision machine tools.
  • Works in extreme temperatures and wet areas.
  • Frequently reaches, climbs, stoops, kneels, and crouches; requires a high level of repetitive motor-function dexterity.
  • Must be able to carry, push, pull, and lift equipment and parts weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Work in confined spaces.
  • Communicates orally with co-workers in face-to-face, one-to-one, and group settings.
  • Visual acuity must allow accurate color determination, shade differentials, and depth perception.
  • Hearing within normal ranges.

How to Apply:
Visit https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88769406 or visit our job opportunity page at https://www.sldmwa.org/job-openings. All applications must be received no later than the application deadline listed above.

SELECTION PROCESS:
Required Application Materials:
A resume and cover letter must be submitted and received no later than the final filing date in order to be considered for this recruitment.
Meeting the minimum qualifications for this position does not guarantee that you will be selected for further consideration. Only those individuals most suited to our particular needs will advance to any skills test and/or oral interview.
Should you feel you need special accommodations for the skills test and/or interview, due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Human Resources Department at (209) 826-9696.
Verification of Employment: The Authority conducts verification of a candidate’s employment history, education and training and other information contained in the application and any other materials submitted by a candidate.
Conditional Offer of Employment: An offer of employment will be conditional upon legal ability to work in the United States and verification of a candidate’s employment history, education and training, other information contained in the Employment Application, and any license requirements. This organization participates in E-Verify.

BENEFITS:
  • Holidays: Employees receive eleven (11) paid holidays, including one (1) floating holiday.
  • Vacation & Medical Leave: Vacation leave is accrued at the rate of 80 hours per year up through year four 4. At year five (5), leave increases to 120 hours per year. At ten (10) years of service, vacation leave is accrued at the rate of 140 hours and at fifteen (15) years of service, vacation leave increases to a maximum of 160 hours per year. Medical leave accrues at the rate of eight (8) hours per month.

Retirement Benefits:
  • 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan: A 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan is funded by the Authority contributing equal to 8% of your gross base annual salary.
  • 401(a) Executive Plan: The 401(a) Executive Plan is a Defined Contribution Plan (for exempt employees only) where the employee is required to contribute 5% of your gross base annual salary which is matched by the Water Authority.
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan: The 457 Deferred Compensation Plan is an optional voluntary plan, that employees can opt to contribute to. This plan offers a Roth option.
  • Upon retirement, a Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Plan is available.

The total combined contributions for the 401(a) and the 401(a) Executive plan (for exempt employees only) or the 457 Deferred Compensation Plans by the Authority will amount to a maximum of 18% of your gross base annual salary. All contributions under both plans vest immediately to you.
NOTE:
  • You should be aware that the Authority does not participate in Social Security.
  • This may affect Social Security benefits upon retirement.

Health Benefits:
Three (3) medical benefit plans are offered:
  • Anthem Blue Cross PPO.
  • Anthem Blue Cross HMO.
  • Kaiser HMO.

The Authority contributes 100% of the premium for the employee and 75% for the employee’s eligible family members.
Dental & Vision Benefits:
The Authority contributes 100% of the premium for the employee and the employee’s eligible family members.
Employee Assistance Program: Available to employees and their household members.
Optional/Voluntary Benefits:
  • Life Insurance.
  • Short/Long Term Disability Insurance.
  • AFLAC.
  • Credit Union.
  • Compressed Work Week (contingent upon individual work group needs).

The San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority is an Equal Opportunity,
Veteran/Disabled Employer.

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Job Description

Job Description
Notice of Employment Opportunity.HYDROELECTRIC ELECTRICIAN, TRACY AREA.

Application Deadline: 12:00 pm on Monday, November 16, 2026.Starting Salary (depending on experience, generally at Step I): Salary Grade 19. $117,726.74.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Qualifications:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the necessary knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Three years of varied experience as a journeyman electrician maintaining and repairing facilities and equipment related to a hydroelectric generating or pumping plant, and have satisfactorily met all Electrician Critical Skills criteria.

License Requirement:
Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Possession and proof of a good driving record as evidenced by freedom from multiple or serious traffic violations or accidents for at least two (2) consecutive years. Failure to obtain or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. The driving record will not contribute to an increase in the Authority’s automobile insurance rates.

Abbreviated Job Description:
The duties listed are illustrative only and are not meant to be a complete and exhaustive listing of all of the duties and responsibilities of the classification. Under general direction of the Electrical Foreman, performs a variety of tasks related to the installation, modification, maintenance, and repair of electrical and electro-mechanical systems, circuits, and fixtures at high-voltage substations, power circuit breakers, large pump/generating units and auxiliaries, and irrigation devices for electrical control of water delivery systems; performs related work as required.

Examples of duties:
The duties listed below are illustrative only and are not meant to be a complete and exhaustive listing of the duties and responsibilities of the classification.
  • Work as a member of a crew engaged in electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and rebuilding of hydroelectric generating and pumping plant equipment.
  • Perform annual maintenance on pump/generating units, maintain auxiliary machinery and support equipment, high-voltage vacuum circuit breakers, and disconnect switches.
  • Install, maintain, and troubleshoot AC and DC controls and circuits, including breakers, wiring, conduit, fixtures, and transformers, I.A.W. local codes and regulations.
  • Maintain and repair electrical devices such as meters, gauges, pressure/temperature switches, and speed detectors; lighting systems such as incandescent, fluorescent, high/low pressure sodium vapor, LED, and mercury vapor lighting.
  • Troubleshoot and repair the main pumping unit static excitation control system and industrial motor control systems, including relay-based and PLC-based systems. Interpret and apply federal, state, and local safety regulations and electrical codes.
  • Work irregular hours and respond to emergencies in all kinds of weather conditions.
  • Update and verify electrical schematics and wiring diagrams; analyze electrical/electronic problems using electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Other duties as may be assigned.

Must possess the Ability to:
  • Read and interpret equipment wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals; anticipate problems; develop new approaches and make innovative changes in work methods, techniques, and procedures.
  • Use a wide variety of electrical components, hand tools, and equipment. Apply job safety and lock-out/tag-out procedures.
  • Apply thorough knowledge of National Electrical Code, motor-generator theory and repair procedures; electrical circuit troubleshooting, motor controllers, AC/DC control circuits and circuit breakers up to 13.8 kv); ladder logic diagrams and theory.
  • Use initiative and judgment to recognize unusual or dangerous conditions. Perform a variety of electrical and electronic testing procedures using state-of-the-art test equipment.
  • Effectively represent the Authority with the public and other organizations. Operate computer systems and software packages in the performance of assignments.
  • Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
  • Regularly and consistently meet attendance/punctuality requirements.

Typical Physical Activities include, but are not limited to:
  • Works around or uses potentially hazardous material, requiring the use of specialized protective equipment.
  • Travels frequently by automobile in conducting Authority business.
  • Work in confined spaces in extreme temperatures and wet areas. Frequently climbs, stoops, kneels, and crouches; high level of repetitive motor function dexterity.
  • Must be able to carry, push, pull, and lift equipment and parts weighing up to 50 pounds. Communicates orally with co-workers in face-to-face, one-to-one, and group settings.
  • Regularly uses trucks, cranes, forklifts, and precision machine tools.
  • Visual acuity must allow basic color distinction, shade differentials, and depth perception.
  • Hearing within normal ranges.
  • Regularly uses a telephone for communication.
  • Uses office equipment such as computer terminals, copiers, and Fax machines.

Environmental Factors include:
  • Exposure to the sun: 10% or less work time spent outside a building and exposed to the sun. Travels frequently by automobile in conducting Authority business, regularly uses trucks, cranes, forklifts, and precision machine tools.
  • Works in extreme temperatures and wet areas.
  • Frequently reaches, climbs, stoops, kneels, and crouches; requires a high level of repetitive motor-function dexterity.
  • Must be able to carry, push, pull, and lift equipment and parts weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Work in confined spaces.
  • Communicates orally with co-workers in face-to-face, one-to-one, and group settings.
  • Visual acuity must allow accurate color determination, shade differentials, and depth perception.
  • Hearing within normal ranges.

How to Apply:
Visit https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88769406 or visit our job opportunity page at https://www.sldmwa.org/job-openings. All applications must be received no later than the application deadline listed above.

SELECTION PROCESS:
Required Application Materials:
A resume and cover letter must be submitted and received no later than the final filing date in order to be considered for this recruitment.
Meeting the minimum qualifications for this position does not guarantee that you will be selected for further consideration. Only those individuals most suited to our particular needs will advance to any skills test and/or oral interview.
Should you feel you need special accommodations for the skills test and/or interview, due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Human Resources Department at (209) 826-9696.
Verification of Employment: The Authority conducts verification of a candidate’s employment history, education and training and other information contained in the application and any other materials submitted by a candidate.
Conditional Offer of Employment: An offer of employment will be conditional upon legal ability to work in the United States and verification of a candidate’s employment history, education and training, other information contained in the Employment Application, and any license requirements. This organization participates in E-Verify.

BENEFITS:
  • Holidays: Employees receive eleven (11) paid holidays, including one (1) floating holiday.
  • Vacation & Medical Leave: Vacation leave is accrued at the rate of 80 hours per year up through year four 4. At year five (5), leave increases to 120 hours per year. At ten (10) years of service, vacation leave is accrued at the rate of 140 hours and at fifteen (15) years of service, vacation leave increases to a maximum of 160 hours per year. Medical leave accrues at the rate of eight (8) hours per month.

Retirement Benefits:
  • 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan: A 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan is funded by the Authority contributing equal to 8% of your gross base annual salary.
  • 401(a) Executive Plan: The 401(a) Executive Plan is a Defined Contribution Plan (for exempt employees only) where the employee is required to contribute 5% of your gross base annual salary which is matched by the Water Authority.
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan: The 457 Deferred Compensation Plan is an optional voluntary plan, that employees can opt to contribute to. This plan offers a Roth option.
  • Upon retirement, a Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Plan is available.

The total combined contributions for the 401(a) and the 401(a) Executive plan (for exempt employees only) or the 457 Deferred Compensation Plans by the Authority will amount to a maximum of 18% of your gross base annual salary. All contributions under both plans vest immediately to you.
NOTE:
  • You should be aware that the Authority does not participate in Social Security.
  • This may affect Social Security benefits upon retirement.

Health Benefits:
Three (3) medical benefit plans are offered:
  • Anthem Blue Cross PPO.
  • Anthem Blue Cross HMO.
  • Kaiser HMO.

The Authority contributes 100% of the premium for the employee and 75% for the employee’s eligible family members.
Dental & Vision Benefits:
The Authority contributes 100% of the premium for the employee and the employee’s eligible family members.
Employee Assistance Program: Available to employees and their household members.
Optional/Voluntary Benefits:
  • Life Insurance.
  • Short/Long Term Disability Insurance.
  • AFLAC.
  • Credit Union.
  • Compressed Work Week (contingent upon individual work group needs).

The San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority is an Equal Opportunity,
Veteran/Disabled Employer.

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