Utility Electronics Technician in Chesapeake, Virginia at City of Chesapeake Human Resources
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Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States
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Working Title of Vacant PositionUtility Electronics Technician
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: City Employees Only
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: PUBLIC UTILITIES
Division: PUB UTIL LGWT PLANT
Requisition Number: 2026214
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (On-Call rotation required) 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. | Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary:
Job Description:
Required Qualifications:
Job Open Date: 05/14/2026
Job Close Date: 05/21/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: City Employees Only
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: PUBLIC UTILITIES
Division: PUB UTIL LGWT PLANT
Requisition Number: 2026214
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (On-Call rotation required) 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. | Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary:
$49,373 – $73,442 annual salary range.
(Starting salary depends on qualifications and experience.)
(Starting salary depends on qualifications and experience.)
Job Description:
Seeking an innovative and highly motivated team player to perform and be responsible for maintenance, repair, and inspection of utilities electronic/electrical equipment and control devices such as digital and analog control systems, wired and wireless telemetry systems, motor control systems, pumps and motor systems, and chemical feed systems for the Lake Gaston Water Treatment Plant and Northwest River Water Treatment Plant.
Typical tasks as a Utility Electronics Technician:
Typical tasks as a Utility Electronics Technician:
- Troubleshooting problems with related tools and equipment in order to determine procedures for required maintenance.
- Calibrate, replace, clean and/or repair related equipment and systems.
- Order and maintain parts inventory for use in repair of equipment.
- Prepare files and reports including records of repair and maintenance work completed.
- Ensure all equipment meets given codes and guidelines.
- Assist with the maintenance and repair of Motor control centers pumps, motors and related mechanical equipment
- Perform and work at heights such as on elevated water storage tank structures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications:
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires an associate’s degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience in electronics or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one year of 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 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 a minimum of one year of 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 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.
Job Open Date: 05/14/2026
Job Close Date: 05/21/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is with the Utility Division.
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.
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.
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Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States
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