Tradeshelper at City of Chesapeake Human Resources – Chesapeake, Virginia
City of Chesapeake Human Resources
Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States
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Working Title of Vacant PositionTradeshelper
Job Type: Part Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: GARAGE/FLEET
Division: AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES
Requisition Number: 2026199
Number of hours worked per week: 20
Work Schedule: Flexible hours, Monday–Friday (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: O - Occasional
Pay Basis: Weekly
Advertised Salary:
Job Description:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Open Date: 04/23/2026
Job Close Date: 05/07/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Job Type: Part Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: GARAGE/FLEET
Division: AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES
Requisition Number: 2026199
Number of hours worked per week: 20
Work Schedule: Flexible hours, Monday–Friday (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: O - Occasional
Pay Basis: Weekly
Advertised Salary:
Starting pay $16.52
- Actual starting rate depends on education and relevant experience.
Job Description:
Are you interested in a career as an Automotive or Heavy Equipment Technician (mechanic) but don’t have any experience? We can help! Apply now and get trained while being paid as a Tradeshelper for the award-winning Chesapeake Central Fleet where you’ll assist industry leading technicians in performing preventive maintenance and repairs to a diverse fleet of automotive vehicles, heavy trucks and construction equipment.
Other duties include:
Other duties include:
- Assist technicians in routine maintenance such as building and changing tires, jump starting and replacing batteries, inspecting and replacing brakes.
- Perform tire repairs such as patching/plugging.
- Assist in the preventive maintenance, fluid and filter services, minor repairs, and maintenance documentation.
- May assist technician in vehicle modifications such as installing or removing special equipment.
- May be required to transport vehicles and equipment to and from vendors.
- Operates a wide variety of shop equipment, machinery and specialized tools.
- Performs shop or area maintenance such as general clean up.
- Prepares documentation for maintenance activities such as repairs made, parts used, costs, and other information.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires completion of 10th grade in high school. High school diploma, GED or specialized vocational training is preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires one month of vocational training or a minimum of three months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. Special certifications may be required based on department and assignment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires one month of vocational training or a minimum of three months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. Special certifications may be required based on department and assignment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a vehicle repair field is a plus.
- Working knowledge of tire repair and replacement is a plus.
- Experience in vehicle/equipment preventive maintenance is a plus.
- Experience with the use of common hand tools and equipment.
Job Open Date: 04/23/2026
Job Close Date: 05/07/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume.
Medical Marijuana:
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
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Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States
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