What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Electronics Technician II position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Utility Electronics Technician II
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
PUBLIC UTILITIES
Division
PUB UTIL NWR WTP
Requisition Number
2024387
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-3:30 PM
(Required Rotating Standby: Monday – Sunday)
(Required Rotating Standby: Monday – Sunday)
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement
R - Routine
Pay Grade
GE09
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$48,405 – $64,137 starting salary range
- salary is based on experience and qualifications
Job Description
Seeking an innovative and highly motivated team player to maintain, troubleshoot, and install electrical equipment and devices for the Lake Gaston and Northwest River Water Treatment Plants and their associated remote site operations.
Utility Electronics Technician II should possess knowledge of both DC and three phase AC power systems and be able to read and interpret associated electrical diagrams and schematics.
Utility Electronics Technician II should be able to install, troubleshoot, and repair various types of electrical equipment such as programmable logic controllers, variable frequency drives, three phase motors, and various motor control devices.
Applicant should be able to troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate electric valve actuators and associated control devices.
Applicant should possess the skills to calibrate, replace, clean and/or repair various process instrumentation such as flowmeters, level probes, pressure transducers, and ultrasonic devices.
Utility Electronics Technician II should possess analytical thinking to identify problems or suggest operational changes.
Applicant will assist with the maintenance and repair of pumps and other plumbing and mechanical equipment.
Applicant should be proficient with operating computers and related software to produce and manage detailed records and files of all work performed.
Applicant should be able to walk, stand, reach, bend, crawl, climb ladders, and work from elevated heights.
Note:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of, and/or outside 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.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of, and/or outside 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.
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 REQUIREMENTS:
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 two years of full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards.
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.
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 two years of full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards.
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
03/21/2025
Job Close Date
04/04/2025
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Drug Screening: 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
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Sitting
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Walking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Lifting
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Lifting Amount
Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Carrying
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Reaching
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Handling
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Kneeling
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Crouching
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Crawling
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Bending
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Twisting
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Climbing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Balancing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Hand Tools, Electrical Test Equipment, Computer, PLC Programming Software, Hand Held Interface Terminals and Oscilloscope and Instrumentation Controls Systems, Technician Tools, Pressure Temperature and Chemical Calibration, Two-Way Radio, Telephone, Copier Machine, Telephone
Protective Equipment Required
Safety Steel Toe Shoes, Hard Hat, Safety Hardness, Uniforms, Safety Gloves, Safety Glasses, Respirator, Ear plugs
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
D = Daily
Electrical Hazards
D = Daily
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
N = Never
Physical Danger or Abuse
N = Never
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
D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures
D = Daily
Noise and Vibration
D = Daily
Fumes and Odors
D = Daily
Wetness/Humidity
D = Daily
Darkness or Poor Lighting
D = Daily
Primary Work Location
Shop, 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
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
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
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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)
Yes, the UET I can assist
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
Salary : $48,405 - $64,137
