About Potential Electrical
We are a full-service electrical contractor specializing in EV charging infrastructure, battery energy storage systems (BESS), utility power, and prevailing wage public works projects across Southern California. We run an in-house pre-fab conduit division to deliver cleaner installs and tighter schedules. We are a small, family-based company focused on quality workmanship, safety, and long-term team relationships. We are growing — and we are looking for a skilled Journeyman who wants to build a career, not just fill a slot.
BEFORE YOU APPLY — READ THIS
This position requires a valid, current California State Journeyman Electrician card. Applications without proof of this license will be deleted without response. No exceptions.
Drug-free workplace. We are a safety-sensitive employer performing work for federal clients. All candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen and comply with our internal Drug and Alcohol Policy throughout employment, administered in accordance with applicable law. A copy of the policy is provided prior to any conditional offer.
Minimum Qualifications
You must meet all of these. Credentials will be verified.
• Valid, current CA State Journeyman Electrician card
• Clean California driver’s license
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and comply with our Drug and Alcohol Policy
• Blueprint and electrical drawing experience
• Conduit installation: EMT, Rigid, and underground
What You’ll Do
• Install underground conduits, grounding systems, and conduit racking
• Perform on prevailing wage public works projects — certified payroll, DIR compliance
• Build and install pre-fabricated conduit assemblies from our in-house prefab division
• Read blueprints; complete redlines and as-built documentation
• Wire and terminate EV chargers, BESS, and utility electrical equipment
• Complete JSAs, daily field reports, and project closeout documents
• Rig, set, and install small-to-large electrical equipment
• Lead and mentor apprentices on-site
• Pull and terminate #8 through 500 MCM Cu & Al wire
• Coordinate with PM to keep jobs on schedule and in scope
Travel & Schedule
Most work is within San Diego County, but job sites can range across Southern California. Out-of-area assignments include company-paid lodging and per diem per our travel policy. Standard schedule is Monday–Friday with 10 hrs OT/week minimum; occasional Saturdays for prevailing wage closeouts.
Strong Candidates Also Have
• EVITP certification
• Ability to run a job site independently
• BESS or utility-scale electrical experience
• Prior prevailing wage / public works experience
• Experience with mobile field apps and digital blueprints (Buildertrend, Procore, Bluebeam)
Compensation & Benefits
Wage range: $55–$65/hr based on experience and credentials. Estimated minimum 10 hours of overtime per week. Full benefits begin after a 90-day probation period.
$185K+ ANNUAL TOTAL POTENTIAL
Total potential based on $65/hr base + 10 hrs OT/week (estimated minimum). Family health, 401(k) match, paid holidays, sick leave, and company truck add further value beyond cash.
Health insurance
Company-paid coverage for employee + spouse + up to 2 dependents. Zero employee deduction.
Paid time off
4 weeks paid vacation per year (2 weeks off at Christmas).
Holidays + sick
Major paid holidays plus 40 hours paid sick leave per year.
Retirement
401(k) plan with company matching.
Performance bonus
Annual performance-based bonus.
Mobile phone
Company mobile phone — personal use permitted.
Company truck
Assigned utility truck after probation period and successful performance review.
Career growth
Real path to senior electrician, foreman, and project lead roles.
Why Potential Electrical
We are not a body shop. We hire people we plan to keep — electricians who want to grow into senior, lead, and foreman roles as we expand. You will work on real projects across EV, BESS, utility, and prevailing wage public works — the work that is shaping the future of California’s power infrastructure. If you take pride in clean conduit runs, terminations done right the first time, and leaving a site better than you found it, you will fit here.
How to Apply
01 Confirm you hold a valid, current CA State Journeyman Electrician card.
02 Send your resume and a list of references via Craiglist
03 Include a brief cover letter telling us about yourself, your experience, and why you are a great fit.
Reminder: a valid CA Journeyman Electrician card is required to apply.
Equal opportunity employer • At-will employment • Safety-sensitive position; testing per applicable law and federal client requirements
Potential Electrical Design Services Inc. • CA License #996042 • potentialelectrical.com •
