Posting number: 2026-01164
Department: Seattle City Light
Job classification: Communications Electrician II
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Trades, Utilities
Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.
Seattle City Light is hiring a Communications Electrician II for the North Service Center. This position installs, maintains, and repairs a variety of communications equipment and facilities and other related electronic and mechanical equipment used for communications, primarily for a utility. This position performs a variety of duties in the maintenance and repair of communications and related equipment.
This position requires specialized knowledge of electronics theory, circuit design, computer programming and various types of equipment and materials in order to install, maintain and repair a variety of communications and electronic equipment. The work requires the ability to use hand and power tools; operate electronic testing and diagnostic equipment and read blueprints and equipment specifications.
This position will report to the Communications Electric Construction & Maintenance Supervisor.
Here is more about what you’ll be doing:
Required Qualifications: Three years of experience in installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing electronic communications equipment and other electronic, mechanical instruments and equipment (or a combination of technical electronic education, or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).
In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:
Certification/License Current Washington State driver's license.
Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
The full salary range for this position is $66.34 to $69.56 per hour.
Application Process
Please submit the following with your online application:
Who May Apply This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3 A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits
Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers
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