Electrician

Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Electrician

Job Type

Full Time

Posting Type

Public

Number of Vacancies

1

Department

PUBLIC WORKS

Division

PUB WORKS BRIDGES

Requisition Number

2026276

Number of hours worked per week

40

Work Schedule

7:00am – 3:30pm; Monday-Friday; Alpha essential. 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

O - Occasional

Pay Grade

GE09

Pay Basis

Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary

$50,607 – $75,000; Depending on qualification and experience.

Job Description

Power the Infrastructure That Keeps Chesapeake Moving!

Work for Virginia’s second-largest municipality and make a direct impact on regional mobility. The Chesapeake Bridges Division supports over 1.75 million crossings each day, maintaining and operating 115 movable and fixed bridges and culverts that keep our community connected.

As an Electrician in the Bridges Division, you’ll play a critical role in keeping these systems running safely and reliably. If you enjoy hands-on electrical work, problem-solving, and a role where no two days are the same, this is an opportunity to build a meaningful and stable career.

Why Join Us?

* Stable, full-time employment with the City of Chesapeake * Strong benefits package including retirement (VRS), health coverage, and paid leave * Small, team-oriented environment with high job satisfaction * Work that directly impacts public safety and daily life in the community

What You’ll Do

* Perform advanced electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on movable bridges and related systems * Maintain electrical systems including pump stations, streetlights, building systems, and surveillance equipm...