Low Voltage Electrician

Expert Staffing west Is seeking a certified Journeyman Low Voltage Electrician.

Location: Lakeside, Ca

Pay: $35-40.00hr

Shift: 6am-2:30pm//Monday-Friday

Core Certifications & Qualifications

• California “Blue Card” Fire/Life Safety Technician certification (required for journeyman-level work in CA)
• NICET Certification (Level II or higher in Fire Alarm Systems preferred)
• OSHA 10/30 training (preferred)
• Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record

Technical Skills

• Fire Alarm Systems
• Installation, programming, testing, and troubleshooting of fire alarm control panels (FACPs)
• Understanding of initiating devices (smoke detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations) and notification appliances (horn/strobes, speakers, strobes)
• Familiarity with both addressable and conventional fire alarm systems
• Ability to read, interpret, and mark up fire alarm wiring diagrams, riser diagrams, and device layout drawings
• Compliance knowledge of NFPA 72, California Fire Code, and local AHJ requirements
• Electrical & Conduit Work
• Skilled in bending and installing EMT/conduit
• Proficient with pulling, terminating, and labeling low-voltage cable
• Ability to size conduit and wire for system requirements
• Integration & Testing
• Experience with system integration to other life safety systems (elevator recall, HVAC shutdown, sprinkler monitoring)
• Ability to perform acceptance testing with AHJs and inspectors
• Skilled in troubleshooting device or circuit faults quickly and effectively

Job Management Skills

• Ability to run a job site independently, including scheduling, managing labor, and coordinating with GCs and other trades
• Accurate daily job reporting and as-built documentation
• Ensuring all work meets contract specs, code compliance, and quality standards
• Managing materials, tools, and equipment on site

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in the field
• Excellent communication with project managers, inspectors, and customers
• Ability to train or guide apprentices and less experienced techs
• High attention to detail and safety-first mindset