General Supervisor - Pump Station 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 PositionGeneral Supervisor - Pump Station
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: PUBLIC UTILITIES
Division: PUB UTIL M&O WSTWTR PUMP
Requisition Number: 2026183
Number of hours worked per week: 40+
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. As needed: Standby duty, overtime and occasional night work is mandatory. 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. | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary:
Job Description:
A Class A CDL is required at the time of hire. A tanker endorsement must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
If you are ready to make a career move with a company that will value your hard work and dedication, APPLY TODAY! We can’t wait to meet you!
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Open Date: 04/20/2026
Job Close Date: 05/04/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: PUBLIC UTILITIES
Division: PUB UTIL M&O WSTWTR PUMP
Requisition Number: 2026183
Number of hours worked per week: 40+
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. As needed: Standby duty, overtime and occasional night work is mandatory. 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. | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary:
$63,185- $93,988
[Depending on qualifications and experience]
[Depending on qualifications and experience]
Job Description:
Are you a problem solver and innovative leader with a strong technical background? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a passion for public service and infrastructure sustainability? If so, the City of Chesapeake invites you to apply for the position of Pump Station General Supervisor. Join our team and help us achieve our vision of a resilient and thriving community through expert management of our wastewater pump station operations.
As the Pump Station General Supervisor, you would lead a team of skilled professionals responsible for overseeing the operation and maintenance of 70+ municipal wastewater pump stations to include skilled and technical work relating to repairs, installation, and maintenance of the City’s system.
Pump Station General Supervisor responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
As the Pump Station General Supervisor, you would lead a team of skilled professionals responsible for overseeing the operation and maintenance of 70+ municipal wastewater pump stations to include skilled and technical work relating to repairs, installation, and maintenance of the City’s system.
Pump Station General Supervisor responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Planning and assigning activities of maintenance crews consisting of Mechanics and Maintenance Workers.
- Pump Station maintenance; installation/removal/repair of pumps, valves, and piping.
- Conducting site inspections to include performing and documenting pump station efficiency tests.
- Maintaining safety policies and compliance with sanitary sewage regulations.
- Personnel evaluations and discipline along with performing daily data entries into personnel time management and maintenance management systems.
- Investigating and responding to customer inquiries.
- May supervise multiple crews at the same time.
- Being skilled with computerized work order systems; standardized forms; evaluation of projects and cost estimates of same is essential for the position.
A Class A CDL is required at the time of hire. A tanker endorsement must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
If you are ready to make a career move with a company that will value your hard work and dedication, APPLY TODAY! We can’t wait to meet you!
Required Qualifications:
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in civil engineering, construction, mechanical trade, or a closely related field
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of four years 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; CDL and special skills or equipment certification may be required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of four years 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; CDL and special skills or equipment certification may be required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior supervisory experience in a utility construction setting is preferred.
Job Open Date: 04/20/2026
Job Close Date: 05/04/2026
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.
This position is located at 906 Executive Blvd, Chesapeake, VA.
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.
This position is located at 906 Executive Blvd, Chesapeake, VA.
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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