Cuesta College
Salary: $77,340.00 - $94,008.00 Annually
Job Type: Full Time - 12 Months/ 100% FTE
Job Number: FY2627-00019
Location: North County Campus & San Luis Obispo, CA
Department: Administrative Services
Closing: 8/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Description Summary
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, to perform skilled work in the alteration, repair, replacement, and maintenance of electrical and lighting systems, and to perform related work as required in other skilled trades.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Skilled Maintenance Electrician class is distinguished from other classes in the maintenance series in that work is primarily performed in the electrical trades.
The Electrician II position is distinguished from the Electrician I position by the requirement for performing advanced technical work related to the evaluation of electrical system performance, and computer data pulls.
ABOUT THE COLLEGE
Where You Will Work
Serving all of San Luis Obispo County, Cuesta College has provided comprehensive associate degree offerings, certificates, and community programs to the region since 1964. The main campus is located along scenic Highway 1, west of San Luis Obispo and east of the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Cuesta College has a North County Campus in Paso Robles, and South County Center, in Arroyo Grande.
Who We Are
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our culture and the work we do. Cuesta College is proud to be a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) committed to racial and socio-economic diversity as it reflects our communities and student populations. We actively seek to attract candidates who share this commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As part of the Cuesta College team, you can expect to be part of a collaborative community of faculty, classified professionals, administrators, students, and community partners advancing educational excellence with intentional support services leading to student success and completion.
Additional information about the college can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/index.html
The college planning documents can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/collegeplans/index.html
Our Student Equity Action Plan can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/info/student-equity-initiatives/equity/index.html
We offer comprehensive benefit options. Information about benefits can be found at https://www.cuesta.edu/about/human-resources/benefits/index.html
Essential Functions & Qualifications
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR POSITIONS IN THIS CLASS MAY INCLUDE:
Coordinate, organize, and plan work from assigned work orders/requests;
Install, maintain, and repair electric motors, lighting circuits, electrical control equipment, transformers, conduit and duct systems, and other types of electrical lighting and power equipment, including computer and telephone wiring;
Inspect building wiring and electrical fixtures and replace old or unsafe fixtures, conduits, wiring, and switches;
Maintain light fixtures for streets, parking, and walkways;
Use of electrical testing equipment to trouble-shoot and repair electrical circuits, motors, relays, transformers, and related electrical systems, AC and DC circuits;
Test, service, trouble-shoot, and repair fire alarms and clock systems; and smoke/heat detector systems;
Repair and/or replace electrical control wiring circuits;
Inspect, test, service, and repair emergency generators and emergency lighting systems;
Select, order, and maintain inventory of supplies, materials, and parts;
Use electrical testing equipment;
Replace transformers on high voltage lines and connect building wiring to high voltage lines as needed;
Perform a variety of functions pertaining to energy conservation;
Estimate scope and cost of work assignments and select necessary tools and materials to complete the job;
Work from sketches, drawings, and blueprints;
Plan and prepare simple drawings of assigned projects;
Prepare and work with sketches, drawings, and blueprints;
Compile written reports and give oral reports on work;
Operate a fork lift;
Supervise student helpers and other workers;
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties;
Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and of staff and students with physical and learning disabilities;
Perform other related duties as required.
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS SPECIFIC TO ELECTRICIAN II:
Evaluate electrical system performance and recommend modification and/or additions;
Provide technical support to Electrician I;
Ability to complete and oversee completion of computer data pulls;
Work with outside contractors pertaining to electrical system modifications.
Duties may require the physical ability to:
see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies, and other printed matter;
hear and understand speech at normal levels;
speak so that others will be able to understand a normal in-person and telephone conversation;
sit and stand for extended periods of time;
work off of high ladders, ladder truck, and scaffolding; and platforms;
ascend and descend ladder;
bend and twist, push and pull, stoop, kneel, crawl;
reach in all directions;
lift 100 pounds and/or carry 50 pounds.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF PARTICULAR POSITIONS WITHIN CLASSIFICATIONS MAY VARY BECAUSE JOB DUTIES MAY VARY BY WORK LOCATION.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Equivalent to graduation from the twelfth grade and completion of apprenticeship or vocational training in the electrical trade. Associate degree preferred.
Experience:
Two years of journeyman-level experience in the electrical trade or completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the electrical trade, or demonstrate a working skill in the electrical trade.
Knowledge of:
Tools, testing equipment, materials, methods, and terminology used in the electrical and lighting trades;
Methods and practices used in the maintenance of tools, machinery, and equipment;
Safe working practices;
National Electrical Codes, regulations and guidelines;
Material Safety Data Sheets;
Hazardous Communications Regulations - "Right to Know";
Fire Prevention, codes, and extinguishers;
Correct responses to emergency situations;
CPR and First Aid.
Computer programs necessary for record keeping and databases;
Correct English usage: grammar, spelling, vocabulary and punctuation.
License and Certificates:
Must possess a valid California Driver's License;
Must possess a valid certificate to operate a fork lift.
Additional Information
The regular schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Candidates will be required to submit ALL of the required documents below when applying for this position. When uploading documents, PDF uploads are preferred.
Cover letter;
Resume;
Reference List (see further instructions below);
Diversity statement (see further instructions below).
Diversity Statement Instructions: Cuesta College is committed to building and maintaining a workforce that reflects and honors the diversity of our students. It is important to us that our faculty, staff, and administrators demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, and religious backgrounds as well as sexual orientation and abilities of all constituents in the Cuesta College community.
In 500 words or less, with consideration to our Mission Statement and our values expressed above, please explain how you will demonstrate your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in this position.
Reference List Instructions: Your reference list must include three professional references, their contact information, and their relationship to you.
Completed online applications and all supporting documents must be submitted by the closing date for this position . LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, MAILED OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Cuesta College will not sponsor any visa applications.
San Luis Obispo County Community College District ("Cuesta College") is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), age, disability (physical and mental), genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal and state law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Cuesta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
In compliance with California law, all prospective staff and students are entitled to read the Annual Security Report, published each October by the Cuesta College Department of Public Safety. This report contains information about our emergency and crime reporting procedures, as well as crime statistics for the past 3 years. You may request a copy of this report at one of our two Public Safety Offices: on SLO campus at Building 6600A or on North County Campus at building N1021, during campus business hours. You may also access the complete text of this report at the following website address: https://www.cuesta.edu/community/publicsafety/crime-information/clery-act.html
Cuesta College uses E-Verify as part of the I-9 process to verify the work eligibility of all new hires. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9 to data from U.S Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. For further information, visit: https://www.cuesta.edu/about/depts/humanresources/Job_Opportunities.html
Interview Process Information
Selected applicants will be invited to attend an in-person interview on Friday, August 28, 2026.
To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cuesta
The San Luis Obispo County Community College District promotes inclusiveness, prohibits discrimination, and encourages all qualified persons to apply. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Cuesta College actively seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds to assist students, staff, and faculty. For ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) assistance with the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office: (805) 546-3129.
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