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Do the finest work of your career.

We are a small studio of master electricians and apprentices who hold the trade to a higher standard. If you take pride in work the eye can feel, we should talk.

Why A. Wood

A place where craft is the point — not an afterthought.

Most electrical contractors chase volume. We chase precision. Our crews work on a small number of exceptional homes each year, with the time, materials, and mentorship to do them right. That means cleaner panels, straighter runs, and finishes you will be proud to point to years later.

You will learn from master electricians on every project, work alongside the region's best builders and architects, and grow into responsibility as fast as your skill allows. We invest in people who intend to stay.

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On the Studio FloorMentorship · Precision · Pride
What We Offer

More than a job. A craft and a future.

Master Mentorship

Every project is led by a master electrician who teaches as they build. You learn the why behind the work, not just the how.

Top-Tier Projects

Work exclusively on exceptional estates and custom homes — the kind of projects that make a portfolio and sharpen a craftsman.

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Strong wages, health coverage, paid time off, and a retirement plan. We pay for the standard we expect.

Tools & Training

Quality tools, paid certifications, and continuing education. We cover the path to your next license and beyond.

Safety-First Culture

Disciplined lock-out, clean job sites, and zero tolerance for shortcuts. Everyone goes home the way they came.

Long-Term Growth

Clear paths from apprentice to journeyman to lead. We promote from within and build careers, not turnover.

Open Positions

Where we're hiring

Two seats are open right now. If you do exceptional work — or genuinely want to learn to — we'd like to meet you.

Full-TimeSanta Barbara & Montecito

Experienced Electrician

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You've spent years in the trade and you're tired of cutting corners to hit a number — so are we. We're looking for a seasoned residential electrician to lead rough-in, trim, and finish on a small number of exceptional homes, and to set the standard our apprentices learn from. You'll have the time, materials, and support to do the work right.

What you'll do

  • Lead rough-in, trim, and finish on high-end custom homes and estates
  • Work confidently from architectural, electrical, and lighting plans
  • Lay out clean, code-perfect panel and device work
  • Coordinate on site with builders, designers, and low-voltage trades
  • Mentor apprentices and uphold our quality and safety standards
  • Troubleshoot and commission systems through final walkthrough

What we're looking for

  • 4+ years of residential electrical experience (high-end a plus)
  • CA Electrician Certification, or eligible to certify — journeyman preferred
  • Strong command of the current CEC / NEC and inspection expectations
  • Real pride in straight, clean, documented work
  • Valid CA driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Clear communicator with a mentor's temperament
Compensation: competitive hourly, based on experience · health coverage, paid time off & retirement · tools and continuing education covered. Apply for this role
Full-TimeNo experience required

Apprentice Electrician

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Want to learn the trade the right way? Start it on landmark homes, under master electricians who actually teach. No experience required — we hire for attitude, reliability, and a genuine desire to become exceptional. You'll earn a real wage while you train toward your certification.

What you'll do

  • Assist with rough-in, trim, and device work under direct mentorship
  • Learn to read plans and lay out clean, code-compliant work
  • Pull wire, set boxes, and build the fundamentals the right way
  • Keep job sites organized, stocked, and safe
  • Grow your skills and responsibility as fast as you're able

What we're looking for

  • A strong work ethic and a real desire to master the trade
  • Reliable, punctual, and coachable — attitude over experience
  • Willing to register as an apprentice and attend related schooling
  • Able to lift 50 lbs, work on your feet, and use tools safely
  • Valid CA driver's license and reliable transportation
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
Compensation: competitive starting wage with raises as you progress · health coverage, paid time off & retirement · paid certifications and training. Apply for this role
Our Hiring Process

Thoughtful, respectful, and quick.

We hire deliberately because we keep people for a long time. Expect a clear process, honest conversation, and a decision without weeks of silence.

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Apply

Send a short note and your experience. Tell us about work you're proud of — a panel, a project, a problem solved.

Conversation

A relaxed call to understand your goals and share how the studio works. Questions both ways.

Site Visit

Spend time on a job with the crew. See how we work, and let us see your craft firsthand.

Offer

If it's a fit, we move quickly with a clear offer and a real plan for your first ninety days.

Join the Studio

Ready to do work worth your name?

Send us a note about the work you're proud of. We read every application and reply to each one.

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