Electric Helper/Driver
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Electric Helper/Driver
Salary
$121,438.68 - $155,405.64 Annually
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
05-26-435
Department
Electric Utility
Opening Date
01/20/2026
Closing Date
1/27/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
3
Weighting Plan
100% Written
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description
The Department - Silicon Valley Power (SVP)
SVP currently provides over 40 percent of Santa Clara's electricity from carbon-free renewable resources. In addition to using green energy from large-scale wind, solar, geothermal and hydroelectric projects outside of the area, SVP employs innovative ways to locally produce electricity by capturing and burning methane gas from a closed city landfill and using power from solar generating systems on city-owned garages and vacant, unusable land. It is the mission of Silicon Valley Power to be a progressive, service-oriented utility, offering reliable, competitively priced services for the benefit of Santa Clara and its customers. Being competitive in the marketplace with a continuous focus on customer service, SVP can provide economic value to the City of Santa Clara and its customers while maintaining low residential rates and offering competitive rates for all customers.
The Position
The Electric Helper/ Driver is an entry level position. Under immediate supervision, the successful incumbent will drive a line truck or truck and trailer, as a major and regular assignment, hauling men, materials and equipment to and from work sites; and perform additional duties listed in class spec linked below.
Additional Information:
Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write "see resume, NA, or personnel file."). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Supplemental Questions, and 2) a Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application packets may be submitted online through the "Apply Now" feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov . Applications must be submitted by the filing deadline of January 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM.
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED ABOVE. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR POSITIONS ADHERING TO ALL APPLICABLE CITY POLICIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO CMD 033- EMPLOYMENT OF RELATIVES .
The annual salary range for this position is $121,438.68 - $155,405.64. This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D.; and
One (1) year of full time paid experience working in a maintenance or construction position with a public or private utility.
Desirable Experience
Experience as a truck driver either as a regular assignment or on a training or substitute basis.
LICENSE
Possession of a valid California Class A Driver's license is required, or possession of a valid Class C license at the time of employment and the ability to obtain Class A within six months of employment.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Incumbents of this classification may be required to work outside their regularly scheduled hours, and to be available for emergency and/or pre-arranged work whenever called upon.
Incumbents of this classification may be subject to drug and/or alcohol testing as mandated by federal regulations.
Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofsantaclaraca/classspecs/843402) which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.
Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment.
Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other @type of visa which requires an employer application.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS: This position qualifies for Veteran's Preference Points. Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty Status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing or will be ineligible to have points added to their final score.
The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov .
City of Santa Clara Benefit Summary Overview for Bargaining Unit #3
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local #1245 (IBEW)
This summary provides a brief overview of the City of Santa Clara's benefits available to Bargaining Unit #3 employees in 2026. In the event of any conflict between the information in this summary and the applicable official plan documents, City Manager's Directives (CMDs), Personnel and Salary Resolution, or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the applicable official plan documents, CMDs, Personnel and Salary Resolution, or MOU will prevail over this summary. Benefits are subject to change.
Retirement:
Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
Classic Employees: 2.7% @ age 55 formula - employee pays 8.00% of gross pay, minus $61 bi- weekly
New Employees: 2.0% @ age 62 formula - employee pays 7.00% of gross pay
Medicare and Social Security (FICA)
Employee pays 6.20% up to $11,439 (Social Security) and 1.45% (Medicare) of gross pay
Health Insurance:
City contribution up to $3,039.04/month, based on enrollment in a CalPERS health plan
Employees electing health coverage with premiums above the City health contribution will pay additional premium costs from salary on a pre-tax basis
If an employee enrolls in an employee only plan with a premium that is less than the Kaiser (Region 1) plan for Employee Only, they will be paid the difference in cash
If an employee enrolls in an employee plus one plan with a premium that is less than the Kaiser (Region 1) plan for Employee + 1 Dependent, they will be paid the difference in cash
If an employee enrolls in a family plan with a premium that is less than the Kaiser (Region 1) plan for Employee + 2 or More Dependents, they will be paid the difference in cash
Coverage is effective as early as the first day of the month after date of hire
Dental Insurance:
Choice of two Delta Dental plans; enrollment is mandatory
City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee
Coverage is effective as early as the first day of the month after date of hire
Vision Insurance:
Choice of two VSP plans
City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee
Coverage is effective as early as the first day of the month after date of hire
Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA):
City contributes $100.00 a month toward employee's VEBA account
Account funds may be used to pay for qualified medical expenses after separation from the City and after age 50 (pre-tax)
Life Insurance:
City pays for $25,000 of Basic Life Insurance coverage
Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment
Additional optional insurance may be purchased by the employee for the employee, spouse, domestic partner, and/or dependent children
State Disability Insurance (SDI):
Employee pays 1.3% of gross pay (includes Paid Family Leave)
7 day waiting period. Weekly paid leave for absences due to non-work related injuries/illnesses. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information
Paid Family Leave (PFL):
Up to 8 weeks of benefits within a 12-month period to care for a family member or to bond with a new child
No waiting period. Weekly paid leave benefit. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information
Deferred Compensation:
Voluntary plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions
Employee may contribute up to the lesser of the IRS maximum or 100% of gross compensation into a pre-tax 457(b) account or a post-tax Roth 457(b) account (or a combination of the two accounts) subject to IRS rules
Flexible Spending Account (IRS Section 125 Plan):
Employee may contribute up to $3,400 per year in pre-tax dollars to a health care spending account
Employee may contribute up to $7,500 per year in pre-tax dollars to a dependent care spending account
Employee may contribute up to $340 per month in pre-tax dollars to a commuter benefit plan
Vacation:
Vacation is accrued bi-weekly, cannot use vacation during first 6 months of City service
For 1 - 4 years of service: 10 days (80 hours)/year
For 5 - 9 years of service: 15 days (120 hours)/year
For 10 - 15 years of service: 20 days (160 hours)/year
For 16 - 20 years of service: 22 days (176 hours)/year
For 21+ years of service: 24 days (192 hours)/year
Maximum vacation accrual is 400 hours
Once per year, employees can elect to convert up to 40 hours of accrued vacation to cash to be paid out the following calendar year
Sick Leave:
Sick leave is accrued bi-weekly for equivalent of 96 hours per calendar year with no maximum accrual
Up to 48 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for family illness
Up to 32 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for personal leave
Employee may convert sick leave to vacation once per calendar year (annual maximum conversion is 96 hours sick to 48 hours vacation)
Partial sick leave payoff provision on retirement depending on years of service
Compensatory Time Off (CTO):
Employees may accrue CTO in lieu of overtime hours up to a maximum of 240 hours
16 hours of PCTO is credited to employees each January 1st (prorated if hired after January 1st)
Holidays:
Fourteen (14) paid eight-hour holidays per year (including Lincoln's Birthday)
Footwear, Safety Clothing, and Tools:
Reimbursement up to $280/fiscal year for eligible classifications (per MOU)
Night Shift Premium:
5% night differential is available for Electric and Water System Operators and staff at the DVR Power Plant, depending on shift, assignment, and/or other requirements
Tuition Reimbursement Program:
Up to $2,000 per fiscal year for tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program:
Confidential counseling to employees and dependents. Up to maximum of five (5) consultations per family member per incident per year
City paid benefit
Retiree Medical Reimbursement Program:
Employees who retire from the City with at least ten (10) years of service shall receive reimbursement to help cover retiree single health insurance premiums. The reimbursement maximum includes the PEMHCA minimum.
Up to age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $425/month in 2025 (amount adjusted annually)
After age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $254/month in 2025 (amount adjusted annually)
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, omissions, stating "see resume" or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question completely, and in your own words (without the use of generative Artificial Intelligence tools, including but not limited to Chat GPT, Microsoft AI, or any other AI tool), and that your responses can be verified from information included within your application?
Yes
No
02
Please select the option below that best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for the Electric Helper/Driver.
Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. AND one (1) year of full time paid experience working in a maintenance or construction position with a public or private utility AND possession of a valid California Class A Driver's license.
Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. AND one (1) year of full time paid experience working in a maintenance or construction position with a public or private utility AND possession of a valid Class C license at the time of employment and the ability to obtain Class A within six months of employment.
I do not meet the minimum qualifications.
03
Please describe how your education and/or experience meet the minimum qualifications of this position
04
Please specify how you meet the required experience of at least one (1) year of full time paid experience working in a maintenance or construction position with a public or private utility. Please make sure in your response, you specify the employer for the public or private utility experience.
05
This position will require the regular driving of a line truck or truck and trailer and other heavy equipment. Describe your experience operating a Class A vehicle and trailer, a Digger Derrick, a hydraulic crane, and/or any other heavy equipment. Please include any additional licenses or endorsements you may hold.
Required Question
Employer
City of Santa Clara
Address
1500 Warburton Ave.
Santa Clara, California, 95050
Phone
408-615-2080
Website
http://www.santaclaraca.gov
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