Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Electrician II Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department PARKS, REC, & TOURISM Division PR&T MAINT/PARKS Requisition Number 2025474 Number of hours worked per week 40 + Work Schedule Normal Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM • Subject to operational requirements, occasional evening, weekend and holiday hours Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA [Various Locations] Position Driving Requirement R - Routine Pay Grade GE11 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary $54,492/ annually • May be more based on experience and qualifications Job Description Join Our Team as an Electrician II Are you passionate about keeping things running smoothly and lighting up your community—literally? We’re looking for a skilled Electrician II to join our Parks & Recreation team. In this role, you’ll handle a wide variety of electrical and electromechanical systems across parks, recreational facilities, athletic fields, community centers, and municipal grounds. From everyday repairs to holiday light shows and special events, your work will make a visible difference in the places where our community gathers, plays, and celebrates. What You’ll Do: • Troubleshoot and Repair: Evaluate and repair electrical and lighting systems, irrigation controls, and electromechanical equipment at parks, fields, aquatic centers, parking lots, picnic shelters, and more. • Plan and Install: Lead new installations and system upgrades, estimating materials, costs, and labor, and developing work schedules. • Supervise Contractors: Assign, inspect, and evaluate the work of contractual staff on electrical, lighting, and irrigation projects. • Preventive Maintenance: Schedule and perform regular maintenance to keep systems running safely and efficiently. • Technical Work: Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, specifications, manuals, and sketches to guide work and ensure accuracy. • Safety & Compliance: Ensure all work meets safety standards, electrical and building codes, and engineering requirements. • Administrative Duties: Maintain logs, work orders, purchase orders, and records; assist with budgets, reporting, and tracking parts and materials. • Support the Team: Assist with event setup, grounds maintenance, trash disposal, and other operational tasks as needed. • Professional Growth: Attend meetings, trainings, and seminars to stay up to date with industry best practices. Who We’re Looking For: We’re seeking a hands-on, problem-solving professional for the Electrician II position who takes pride in quality work and exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will embody the City’s CARES values and help make our community a safe, welcoming, and vibrant place to live, work, and play. This is your chance to shine as an Electrician II, bringing expertise and energy to our community spaces while growing your career in a supportive environment. The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Required Qualifications Vocational/Educational Requirement: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in the electrical trade or a closely related field. Experience:In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, 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. Depending on assignment, may require a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with additional endorsements. Supervisory positions require a Journeyman or Master Electrician license. Non-supervisory positions require a Master Electrician license. Special Requirements: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to confined spaces. 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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties. Preferred Qualifications Ability to read and understand drawings and simple to complicated plans in the maintenance of facilities. Basic computer skills and ability to write, read and use a calculator. Customer service experience. Posting Detail Information Job Open Date 10/20/2025 Job Close Date 11/04/2025 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants Occasionally will work hours in excess of and/or outside of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs, special events and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties. Will report during emergency situations such as severe storms and ice events. Requires an acceptable background and CPS check, physical and drug and alcohol screenings. ADA Checklist Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly. Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs. Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting 50 - 100 lbs Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting 50 - 100 lbs Pushing/Pulling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting 50 - 100 lbs Reaching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Handling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Kneeling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Balancing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Carpentry and various hand tools, power and lawn maintenance tools, vehicle, bucket lift, standard office equipment. Ability to drive and operate variety of vehicles. Ability to safely use all equipment and power tools. Protective Equipment Required All PPE Required for equipment in use, hearing and eye protection, steal toe work boots. Health and Safety D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Mechanical Hazards D = Daily Chemical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Electrical Hazards D = Daily Fire Hazards S = Seasonally Explosives S = Seasonally Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally Other If Other, Description Environmental Factors D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Dirt and Dust W = Several Times Per Week Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors W = Several Times Per Week Wetness/Humidity W = Several Times Per Week Darkness or Poor Lighting W = Several Times Per Week Primary Work Location Vehicle, Outdoors, Other - various city locations and parks Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs. Time Pressures Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) Incumbent must be able to work independently Professional References Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references. Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4
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See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Chesapeake, VA, typically begins with an apprenticeship that combines hands-on experience and classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average annual wage for electricians in Chesapeake, VA, is approximately $680.23 per week, with an average of 40 hours worked per week. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
