Electrician's Assistant / Intern

THE POSITION

Performs a variety of semi-skilled and routine electrical construction, maintenance, repair and testing work.

The purpose of this recruitment is to hire a Temporary / Part-Time position.  Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications for the Electrician’s Assistant position may be considered for employment as an Intern.  Temporary / Part-Time employees work no more than 130 hours per month AND 960 hours per fiscal year. Typical work schedule will be three 8-hour shifts per week, excluding weekends and evenings.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Repair, replace and perform routine scheduled maintenance on streetlights, traffic signals and other City-owned property. Assist with maintenance and repair of pumps, motors, electrical equipment, and other related equipment. Reads and interprets circuit diagrams, construction drawings, and service and repair manuals. Prepares plans and specifications for the procurement of parts and supplies on assigned projects. Ensures that proper safety precautions and safe work methods are followed. Prepares and maintains accurate maintenance and repair records. Uses and maintains a wide variety of electrical tools and test equipment. Regular and consistent attendance.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Perform electrical inspections. Read and review electrical prints and diagrams and modify and update as required. Answer emergency calls and perform emergency repairs. Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  High School diploma or equivalent. Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program in the electrical or instrumentation trade is highly desirable.

Experience:  One (1) year of recent experience in electrical/ electronics/ instrumentation installation, maintenance or repair.

License and Certificates:  Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required upon hire.

APPLICATION

Apply with a City of Woodland application by visiting www.cityofwoodland.gov/employment or the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, 2nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695 by Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 5:00pm.  Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form. Postmarks will not be accepted.

Review Process: Applications will be screened and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview. Please only submit one application for this recruitment. The department will determine if the candidate meets the minimum qualification for one or both of the positions. The candidate chosen for hire will be placed in either the Electrician's Assistant or Intern position based on the candidate’s experience and the needs of the department. Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof. Applicants will be required to take and pass a medical examination by a City of Woodland physician to ensure their physical suitability to perform the assigned duties.

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven days prior to the event.

SALARY:

Electrician’s Assistant      $28.40 – $36.24 per hour

Intern                                  $17.00 – $21.00 per hour

Offered position and starting salary based on education, training and years of experience

BENEFITS

This position is Temporary / Part-Time, working no more than 130 hours per month and no more than 960 hours per Fiscal Year.

The pay cycle is bi-weekly.  With the exception of worker's compensation coverage and sick leave accrual, no other benefits compensations are provided. Employees must contribute 1.45% of salary to Medicare and 7.5% to a retirement plan in accordance with Federal Law.