UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION CONSTRUCTION MECHANIC 3812 (REV 10/29/26)

Location

Location not specified

Wage

$88,092 – $130,687/yr

Employment Type

Full-time

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Posted on October 30, 2026

Job Description

Overview

The Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic constructs, maintains, and repairs underground ducts, maintenance holes, and vaults for the City of Los Angeles. Candidates must complete extensive training to qualify for a regular position.

Responsibilities

  • Construct underground ducts.
  • Maintain underground ducts.
  • Repair underground ducts, maintenance holes, and vaults.

Requirements

  • One year of full-time paid experience as a Maintenance Laborer, Maintenance and Construction Helper, or Electrical Craft Helper with the City of Los Angeles.
  • One year full-time paid experience in maintenance and construction work.
  • One year of full-time paid experience as a Utility Pre-Craft Trainee with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, including six months in the Underground Construction Mechanic trade.
  • One year full-time paid experience in maintenance and construction work while in the United States Armed Forces.
  • Valid Class C driver's license issued by the California DMV at the time of appointment.
  • Valid Class B driver's license with a restriction of 'Automatic Transmission Only' and a valid medical certificate approved by the DMV for journey-level position.

Additional Information

  • Applications will only be accepted online.
  • Filing Period 1: From FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2026 to THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2026.
  • Filing Period 2: From FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2027 to THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2027.