Maintenance Engineering Full-time

Public Utilities - Dam Neck facility
Minimum of the Pay Range
Part Time Hours/Wk:

Application Deadline:

The Department of Public Utilities provides quality water and sanitary sewer services to Virginia Beach residents. We are currently hiring for a Maintenance Engineer II, Senior Electrician with our Electrical Support Team.
Special Requirements for Public Utilities, Operations & Maintenance: Must be available to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, standby and overtime when required to meet operational needs as we are a 24/7/365 department. This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, or other designated safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Special Requirement for Position: This position requires the candidate possess a Masters Electrician License from the state of Virginia or a state that is recognized by Virginia for license reciprocity at time of application. To apply for reciprocity, the license holder must submit a completed application to VA-DPOR along with verification of licensure from the out-of-state board. A degree in an electrical related field is not interchangeable for a Masters License)
Duties of Maintenance Engineer II, Senior Electrician include but are not limited to:

Direct and complete work orders for proper electrical maintenance and calibration of instrumentation in sanitary sewer and water pumping stations
Perform troubleshooting, repairs, alterations and installations to the electrical and electronic systems in sanitary sewer and water pumping stations throughout the City of Virginia Beach in accordance with all applicable codes and regulations
Assist in the review of electrical plans/blueprints and specifications for new and alteration of city buildings; prepare and submit electrical specifications for electrical work
Direct and complete work orders for new construction and station rehabs in the electrical bureau
Diagnose electrical problems and ensure the proper method, tools, equipment, and materials are available to complete the repairs
Complete work orders and repair parts in a timely manner
Build, program, and maintain PLC programs
Will act as an Inspector's consultant for pump station projects
Ensure crew follows all NEC and OSHA standards to ensure a safe working environment and quality workmanship
Provide input on crew member employee performance feedback reports
Provide field training to crew members
Communicates clearly with the Maintenance Engineer Building Systems/Assistant Superintendent about any issues that arise
Works in all types of weather conditions and must work nights, weekends, holidays, standby and emergencies as needed
Other tasks/duties as assigned by bureau superintendents
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.
**Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Requires any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to seven (7) years (three (3) of which should have been in a supervisory position) in fields utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, such as electrical engineering. Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required to meet operational needs. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Commercial driver's license may be required.
CDL: Not Required
Experience and demonstrated working knowledge of commercial/industrial electrical and/or motor control, process control, instrumentation. PLCs, and communication equipment.
Experience working with water and/or sewer pumping facilities and associated equipment.
Knowledge of electrical theory and design.
Knowledge of National Electrical Codes.
Possession/maintenance of a Master Electrician License is a requirement of the position (non-negotiable).
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting.
Your responses to any "Supplemental Questions", if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you provide on your application and/or resume; 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.