Electronic & Instrumentation Technician City of Chesapeake

• 3.6 Chesapeake, VA Job Details Full-time $50,607
• $75,278 a year 3 hours ago Qualifications Company vehicle operation Driver's License Full Job Description Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Electronic & Instrumentation Technician Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department

PUBLIC UTILITIES

Division

PUB UTIL M&O WSTWTR PUMP

Requisition Number 2026426 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. Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement R
• Routine Pay Grade GE09

Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary Starting Range:

$50,607

• 75,278 annually. Salary based on qualifications and experience. This position qualifies for a $3,000 sign-on bonus. Job Description Ready to take your technical career to the next level? Put your skills to work with Chesapeake Public Utilities
• and earn a $3,000 hiring bonus!

If you thrive on solving technical challenges, enjoy troubleshooting sophisticated equipment, and take pride in keeping critical systems running, this could be the opportunity for you! The City of Chesapeake Department of Public Utilities is looking for a motivated Utility Electronics Technician I to help maintain the electronic, instrumentation, and control systems that keep the City's sanitary sewer pump stations operating safely and reliably around the clock. Your skills will directly support essential infrastructure that protects public health, the environment, and our community. As a Utility Electronics Technician I, you will: Inspect, install, calibrate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electronic, instrumentation, and control systems at sanitary sewer pump stations. Diagnose and maintain programmable logic controllers (PLCs), variable frequency drives (VFDs), telemetry and alarm systems, level and pressure instrumentation, motor control circuits, generator controls, automatic transfer switches, data loggers, and related equipment. Perform preventive maintenance, testing, and calibration to identify problems and help keep critical equipment operating reliably. Troubleshoot equipment and system failures and recommend repairs or improvements to enhance pump station operations. Use specialized diagnostic and testing equipment, including meggers, power analyzers, load bank testers, and other electronic and electrical test equipment. Maintain repair, calibration, and preventive maintenance records and help ensure critical spare parts and equipment are available when needed. Assist with equipment specifications, cost estimates, and procurement of replacement parts, supplies, and equipment. Travel to sanitary sewer pump stations throughout Chesapeake to perform scheduled and emergency work. This is a hands-on technical career where no two days are exactly the same . You'll work with a wide range of electronics, instrumentation, controls, automation, and supporting systems while building your technical skills as part of a team responsible for infrastructure Chesapeake depends on every day. If you have experience or training in electronics, instrumentation and controls, industrial automation, PLCs, electronic maintenance, or a related technical field and you're ready for your next challenge, we want to hear from you! Bring your skills. Take on the challenge. Make an impact. APPLY TODAY and build your future with Chesapeake Public Utilities! 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 degree in electronics or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this job 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 in compliance with 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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties. Preferred Qualifications Experience in programming and calibration of water and sewer instrumentation and controls is preferred. Posting Detail Information Job Open Date 09/15/2026 Job Close Date 09/29/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants Please include all work history and specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume. This position is located at 906 Executive Blvd, Chesapeake, VA.

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 Assigned service vehicle; electronic, electrical, and instrumentation testing and diagnostic equipment; computers and programming/interface equipment; hand and power tools; and other tools and equipment used in the installation, calibration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of electronic, instrumentation, and control systems. Standard office equipment. Protective Equipment Required Hard hat, high-visibility safety vest, safety glasses or goggles, safety gloves, safety-toe shoes or boots, hearing protection, face shield, rain gear, arc-rated clothing and other electrical protective equipment when required, and other task-specific personal protective equipment. 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 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 Required to enter permit required 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 Electrical & Instrumentation 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