Electrician

Requisition ID:


48650

Work Location:


Public Works - Municipal Center

Pay Range:


G.20; $44,678.40 - $69,243.20

Starting Salary:


Depending upon Qualifications

Work Schedule:


(4) Day Work Week : Mon - Thurs or Tuesday - Friday

Part Time Hours/Wk:


Job Open Date:


3/13/26

Application Deadline:


Job Duties:

Our Public Works Department is hiring an Electrician . This position will be filled as an Electrician I (G20, $44,678.40 - $69,243.20) or Electrician II (G.22, $49,254.40 - $76,336.00) depending on qualifications.

• Test, repair, install and maintain various types of electrical, fire alarm, fire protection, emergency power and life safety systems;
• May supervise and/or train subordinate personnel;
• Provide cost estimates on small renovations and additions for various departments;
• Proficient as a customer service provider utilizing techniques and methods to include the latest electronics; maintain adequate inventory and maintenance logs for various systems;
• Collaborate with outside contractors through project completions assuring compliance with codes and contractual obligations; and
• Determine materials and /or equipment necessary;

Qualified candidates will have experience which demonstrates:

• Knowledge of electrical, lighting, lighting controls, fire alarm, fire protection sprinkler, various types of special hazard fire protection systems, elevators, escalators, generators, uninterruptable power supply systems, surge protection devices, engineered lightning protection systems, audio/visual and master clock systems;
• Knowledge of National, state and local electrical, fire protection and life safety system codes;
• Ability to administer, enforce and comply with OSHA rules and regulations including daily wear / use of personal protective equipment including arc flash rated uniforms and suits.

In addition to the minimum requirements, the ideal candidate for this position will have experience listed in the preferences below. Candidates with the preferred experience should ensure the information is provided in the application.

The City offers a generous benefits package which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement, and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, and holiday and paid leave.

This position will remain open until filled; applications will be reviewed ongoing.

Official City Job Description:

Working Conditions:

Minimum Requirements:

Electrician I Minimums: High school or GED plus two (2) years' experience in fields such as electrical that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have a current and valid driver's license.


Electrician II Minimums: High school or GED plus four (4) years experience in fields, such as residential/commercial electrical repair or construction maintenance, that provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must have, or obtain, a current and valid Virginia or North Carolina drivers license in accordance with Virginia or North Carolina DMV drivers license eligibility requirements.


Electrician I and Electrician II Special Requirements: All 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. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical. May require a Commercial drivers license.

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript: Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required

Attachments Required:


Preferences:

Exceptional candidate for this position will have the following preferred experience:
Journeyman license
Electrical construction experience
Commercial, residential, and service electrical experience
Electrical service/maintenance experience
Commercial fire alarm systems experience
Experience and demonstrated ability for reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics

Special Instructions:

• Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting.
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V RS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.


Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.