Electrician II

Norfolk, Virginia is America's most authentic and urban waterfront city. Home to the world's largest naval station and the business, arts, and cultural center of Coastal Virginia, Norfolk has been rated a top place to live, work, play, and raise a family by numerous publications. Working for the City of Norfolk is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others. With our commitment to competitive pay and a strong retirement package, you can do good for your community and do well for yourself. Join a caring workplace that proudly celebrates uniqueness, authenticity, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of our residents.

General Services Facilities Maintenance Division is responsible for the repair and maintenance of over 250 city government facilities including: City Hall, Public Safety Building (Jail), Norfolk Consolidated Courts Complex, entertainment venues such as the Scope Arena, Chrysler Hall, Attucks Theater, the Virginia Zoo; a cruise terminal, all police and fire stations, recreation centers; pools and numerous city office buildings. The Division is staffed with 96 employees responsible for carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, HVAC, elevators, roofing, moves and relocations of city employees, finance, and administrative functions.

The Department of General Services is seeking a qualified Electrician II for the Facility Maintenance Division. The Electrician II will install and maintain lighting and electrical systems throughout the City of Norfolk. 


Essential functions include but are not limited to: 

Installs and maintains lighting and electrical systems to include:
• locating power sources
• troubleshooting and repairing circuits
• changing ballasts in light fixtures
• replacing switches and receptacles 
• replacing light fixtures or repairing internal components
• re-lamping with new LED lamps 
• running new circuits for receptacles 
• wiring and splicing for string lights 
• installing contactors, photocells, conduits, boxes, fittings, and all wiring
• testing lighting circuits
• pulling data and communication cable 
• cleaning lighting lenses 
• installing time clocks
• installing new fixtures in elevators

Assists with the management of projects to include:
• gathering information and estimates from contractors
• procuring correct materials
• planning/scheduling work
• overseeing contractors/employees

Performs other duties to include: 
• hanging banners and flags 
• testing and installing cameras, monitors, and television systems 
• installing telephone and data equipment
• obtaining estimates for materials and/or services and submits for purchase order by following procurement procedure
• Using work order management application (Facility Dude) to update assigned work orders with notes, labor hours, and 
materials used
• Scheduling, coordinating, and overseeing work of contractors
• Following strict tool and inventory control procedures

Required:

• Two years of experience as an electrician.

• Valid Driver's License required.
• State Journeyman Electrician's License required within one (1) year of employment. 

Work Schedule: 

• Hours: Forty hours per week. Normal schedule will be Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm (5 days per week at 8 hours per day).
• Mandatory-Alternate Rotating Schedules may be required based on work needs and could include weekends and/or evening hours (5 days per week at 8 hours per day or 4 days per week at 10 hours per day). 
• Occasional overtime work will be required due to facility emergencies and/or contractor work scheduling. 
• On-call rotation may be required.

Signing Bonus: 

• This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus.

Salary : $42,629 - $49,023