What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Electronics Technician position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Utility Electronics Technician
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
PUBLIC UTILITIES
Division
PUB UTIL M&O WSTWTR PUMP
Requisition Number
2026136
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
40 Mandatory on call and possible unscheduled overtime.
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.
40 Mandatory on call and possible unscheduled overtime.
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.
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement
R - Routine
Pay Grade
GE09
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$50,607-$75,278/ annually
Salary based on qualifications and experience
Salary based on qualifications and experience
Job Description
Are you ready to advance your career by taking your technical skills to the next level and gaining responsibilities?
Then, what are you waiting for… APPLY TODAY!
Utilities Electronics Technician I Job Duties Include:
Then, what are you waiting for… APPLY TODAY!
Utilities Electronics Technician I Job Duties Include:
- Performs complex, technical work in the repair, maintenance, inspection, installation, and calibration of instrumentation, control systems and equipment related to water production, water distribution and sanitary sewer pump stations.
- Utilities Electronic Tech troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs, and conducts preventive maintenance (e.g. cleaning, calibration) on electrical, electronic, and instrumentation systems and equipment to include programmable logic controls (PLC); variable frequency drives (VFD); various level, flow, pressure, and temperature devices; solid state reduced voltage controllers; pneumatic and digital instrumentations; alarm telemetry systems; data loggers; motor control circuits; generator control; and transfer switches.
- Utilities Electronics Tech designs, fabricates, and installs new instrumentation systems; reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams and schematics to include Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), ladder logic and proportional-integral (PI) controls.
- Provides cost estimates, evaluates resource needs, manages the effective deployment of resources, and prepares and reviews specifications.
- Maintains inventory of spare parts for instrumentation and initiates procurement of replacement supplies and equipment as necessary.
- Utilities Electronics Tech collects data for preventive maintenance system. Prepares files and reports including records of repair and maintenance work completed.
- Operates assigned service vehicle, meggers, power analyzers, hand and power tools, permanent and portable generators, and load bank testers; recommends changes to operational functions of equipment, as needed.
- Supervise or guide subordinate staff to ensure all equipment meets given codes and guidelines.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in programming and calibration of water and sewer instrumentation and controls is preferred.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
07/14/2026
Job Close Date
08/04/2026
Open Continuous
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.
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.
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 up to 20 to 50 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
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Kneeling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Crouching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crawling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Bending
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Twisting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Climbing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Balancing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 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
Crew cab trucks, dump trucks, crane trucks, backhoes, trailers, air compressors, vac machines, hand tools, power tools (saws, compaction equipment, etc.), traffic control devices, and any other related equipment used in the Wastewater Industry. Basic office equipment.
Protective Equipment Required
Hard hat, safety vest, safety gloves, steel toed shoes or boots, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection, rain gear, face shield, dust masks, leg chaps, etc.
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
N = Never
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
N = Never
Physical Danger or Abuse
W = Several Times Per Week
Other
W = Several Times Per Week
If Other, Description
Confined Spaces
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures
S = Seasonally
Noise and Vibration
D = Daily
Fumes and Odors
D = Daily
Wetness/Humidity
S = Seasonally
Darkness or Poor Lighting
M = Several Times Per Month
Primary Work Location
Outdoors
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
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 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)
The employee will be part of a team and will work with the Utility Electronics Technician II and the Utility Service Supervisor when needed.
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
Salary : $50,607 - $75,278