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Job Description
The Position
OPEN & PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION - SIX MONTHS PROBATIONARY PERIOD
Under supervision, performs a variety of duties related to the construction, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground electrical transmission, distribution, and street light systems associated with an electrical utility system.
Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:
Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.
Connects, disconnects, repairs and replaces low voltage services to customer facilities.
Constructs, maintains, and makes repairs on overhead and underground street lighting systems.
Works on overhead and underground low voltage equipment in the electrical distribution system.
Works on poles connecting risers and making energized low voltage taps using established methods.
Constructs and maintains underground duct lines, vaults, and poll risers.
Assists overhead and underground crews in the installation, repair and maintenance of the electrical transmission and distribution system.
Reads and interprets electrical plans and maps.
Tests new and repaired transformers and switches for reliability by testing and filtering transformer oil and using other standardized test methods.
Drives vehicles such as line truck, digger/derrick, work truck pulling cable trailer or other City vehicles to job sites.
Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of this position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.
Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.
Minimum Requirements
An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Experience
Two years experience assisting in construction and repair work of an electric utility system, one year of which must demonstrate documented experience working on low voltage systems in an electric utility.
Education/Training
Graduation from high school or attainment of GED or CHSPE certificate.
Successful completion of the GWP apprenticeship two week pole climbing school, or graduation, with certification from a comparable accredited pole climbing school.
License(s)/Certification(s)
Valid California Class A driver's license.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
Applicable safety rules, practices and procedures.
Ability to:
Provide exceptional customer service to employees and vendors.
Carry out verbal instructions.
Climb power poles.
Communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period.
Establish smooth working relationships and resolve interpersonal conflicts.
Learn new skills and information required for the performance of job duties.
Lift the tools of the trade (up to 90 lbs.).
Operate light/heavy vehicles, power tools, and hand tools.
Perform the heavy physical construction aspects of the occupation.
Read, understand, and interpret electrical plans.
Read, write, and comprehend directions in English.
Work cooperatively in coordination with supervisors and co-workers.
Work in confined spaces.
Other Characteristics
Willingness to:
Work overtime as requested or required.
Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.
Promotional Eligibility
Any City of Glendale employee who meets the minimum qualifications for this position, has completed probation or six months of City employment, and is occupying a permanent full-time classification on file in the Human Resources Department. Hourly City employees may be considered, provided that they furnish proof of continuous employment immediately preceding the final filing date, which would equal a minimum of six months of full-time service or 1040 part-time hours. (Civil Service Rule VIII 4-E).
Exceptional Customer Service Policy
The City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention.
Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy .
Selection Process
EVALUATION OF APPLICATION: Submitted Application will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the minimum requirements. Only the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process.
Candidates must pass each exam component with a minimum score of 70.00% in order to be placed on the eligible list.
ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicant's experience, education, and personal fitness for the position.
TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. Evaluations will be based on the candidate's education and experience relevant to the position. Examinations will assess evaluate the candidate's education, experience, knowledge and skills related to the job. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the examination components or their weighting. If changes are necessary, candidates will be informed of the specific examination components and their weight before the examination is administered. The selected candidate will undergo a background check, including Livescan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale complies with state and federal obligations to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with special needs are encouraged to inform the Human Resources Department at least five days before the first examination to ensure reasonable accommodations can be arranged. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract.
The City of Glendale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance.
The above listed benefits apply to full-time, salaried positions only.
Closing Date/Time: 5/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Glendale
Show moreThe City of Glendale was incorporated on February 16, 1906 and spans approximately 30.6 square miles with a current population of approximately 203,054 people (US Census 2017 Population Estimates). Located minutes away from downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena, Burbank, Hollywood, and Universal City, Glendale is the fourth largest city in Los Angeles County and is surrounded by Southern California's leading commercial districts.
As one of its core functions, Glendale provides well-maintained streets and a variety of transportation services. The City's historic success at attracting employers is partially attributed to the result of its location at the center of four major freeways including
- the I-5 Golden State Freeway
- SR-2 Glendale Freeway
- ST-134 Ventura Freeway
- and the 210 Foothill Freeway
All these provide easy access for residents, workers, and customers from around the region. Glendale also offers its own bus services, the Beeline, with 13 routes connecting customers to Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), the City of Burbank, and the Metrolink Stations in both Burbank and Glendale.
The Bob Hope Airport in Burbank serves the Los Angeles area including Glendale, Pasadena and the San Fernando Valley. It is the only airport in the greater Los Angeles area with a direct rail connection to downtown Los Angeles. The City of Glendale is located about 30 minutes from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). LAX is a commerce leader and designated as a world-class airport for its convenient location, modern facilities, and superior sea/air/land connections.
Businesses and residents alike have taken advantage of Glendale's central location, reputation for safety, excellent business environment, outstanding schools, state-of-the-art healthcare facilities, and growing restaurant and entertainment options. Glendale is also one of Southern California's leading office markets featuring a wide range of properties and amenities. The City has over six million square feet of office space and is home to such recognized firms as Walt Disney Imagineering, ServiceTitan, IHOP / Applebee's, DreamWorks, LegalZoom, and Public Storage.
Glendale prides itself on the quality of services it provides to the community. It is a full-service City, which includes a water and electrical department. The City operates its own power plant capable of serving the electrical needs of the entire city, although the majority of power is currently imported from other areas for cost savings. Water comes primarily from the Metropolitan Water District, along with a small portion from local wells.
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