Electrician Substation/Electrician Substation Apprentice

Description

The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill four full-time regular positions, under to perform various construction and maintenance work on substation and related equipment.

Examples of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Other Related Duties

Other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Any combination of education, experience, knowledge and abilities may satisfy the necessary minimum qualifications. A typical way to obtain the education, experience, knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Successful completion of the District's Apprenticeship Program or equivalent program from an electric utility for Substation Electricians is required for the Journey Electrician level. No experience necessary to enter the Apprentice Electrician Program.

Knowledge and Abilities:

Special Requirements: Must have a valid California Class C driver license and attainment of a valid California Class A driver license within six (6) months of appointment to this position and maintained thereafter. Attainment of crane certification is required subject to management discretion and must be maintained thereafter.Residency: Residence within a 35-mile radius of the District's Service Center (929 Woodland Ave., Modesto, CA) must be established within six (6) months of appointment to this position and maintained thereafter. Apprentice Agreement: The Apprentice position will be required to sign an Apprentice Agreement prior to beginning work.

Supplemental Information

Qualified applicants must submit a completed District application to be received no later than 5:00 PM on Friday, July 25, 2025.

Applications will be reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process which will consist of an overall assessment of the individual's skills through (1) written exam; (2) oral interview; and (3) review of personnel file and contacting of references to include current and former supervisors. The applicant must perform successfully in each phase of the testing in order to continue in the recruitment process.

Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact Human Resources at (209) 526-7341. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-3933 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD. The Modesto Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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