Underground Utility Electrician
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Before you apply
SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationMorgan Hill, California, United States
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience3+ yrs
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedMar 20, 2026 · 7mo ago
Verified live6h ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on Mar 20, 202692% of this company's open roles have been listed for 90+ daysNo pay range listed, though California requires one
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
3+ years of underground utility electrical experience
Experience on multifamily, subdivision, or residential development projects
Ability to read electrical plans and utility service drawings
Familiarity with conduit bending, trenching environments, and service layouts
Experience working on PG&E jurisdiction projects
Experience installing primary distribution systems
Utility trench layout experience from civil plans
Excavation coordination with operators and grading crews
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Experience setting transformer pads and vaults preferred
Knowledge of PG&E, municipal utility, or utility provider standards strongly preferred
Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and work outdoors in active construction environments
Skills
PVC
HDPE
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Underground Utility Electrician to support new construction infrastructure work for residential and multifamily developments. This role focuses on installation of underground electrical distribution systems, including conduit, vaults, pull boxes, and service connections in coordination with utility providers such as PG&E. Candidates should have strong experience working from site plans and utility drawings in early-phase construction environments.
Responsibilities
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Install underground electrical conduit systems (PVC, HDPE, rigid steel)
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Perform trench layout and conduit routing per plans and utility specs
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Set and install pull boxes, vaults, handholes, and transformer pads
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Install primary and secondary distribution systems
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Assist with cable pulling and service lateral installation
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Interpret civil drawings, electrical plans, and utility standards (“greenbook” / utility specs when applicable)
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Coordinate with site superintendents, inspectors, and utility representatives
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Maintain proper trench depth, spacing, and compaction requirements
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Support energization prep and inspection readiness
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Follow OSHA and jobsite safety standards at all times
Requirements
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3+ years of underground utility electrical experience
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Experience on multifamily, subdivision, or residential development projects
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Ability to read electrical plans and utility service drawings
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Familiarity with conduit bending, trenching environments, and service layouts
•
Experience setting transformer pads and vaults preferred
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Knowledge of PG&E, municipal utility, or utility provider standards strongly preferred
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Experience working on PG&E jurisdiction projects
•
Experience installing primary distribution systems
•
Utility trench layout experience from civil plans
•
Excavation coordination with operators and grading crews
•
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
•
Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and work outdoors in active construction environments