Journeyman Inspection Electrician

The General Services Facilities Maintenance Division is responsible for the repair and maintenance of over 250 city government facilities, including office buildings, libraries, public safety facilities, recreation centers, pools, the Virginia Zoo, Nauticus, and downtown entertainment venues. The Division employs skilled trades and operations staff who perform electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and other essential services to keep city facilities safe, efficient, and welcoming for residents, visitors, and staff.

Within this Division, the SevenVenues Maintenance Team provides specialized support to Norfolk’s cultural and entertainment venues, including Scope Arena, Chrysler Hall, Harrison Opera House, Wells Theatre, Attucks Theatre, Harbor Park, and the MacArthur Memorial. These unique public assembly facilities host concerts, sporting events, theatrical performances, and civic events, making this a fast‑paced, dynamic work environment where reliability and customer service are critical.

The Electrician II position is a skilled journeyman‑level role responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in a wide range of city‑owned facilities. This role performs corrective and preventive electrical maintenance, responds to service requests, troubleshoots issues, and ensures safe and compliant work practices. The Electrician II uses the city’s computerized work order system (Asset Essentials) to receive, document, and close out work orders. Work often involves coordination with other trades, contractors, supervisors, and building occupants. Safety and communication are key, as this role requires strict adherence to OSHA standards, including lockout/tagout procedures, and frequent use of a bucket truck for elevated work.

The position is ideal for a licensed journeyman who enjoys variety, problem solving, and contributing to the safe and reliable operation of public facilities across Norfolk.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures in city facilities.

Install new circuits and ensure compliance with code and safety standards.

Perform preventive maintenance tasks on electrical systems, including inspections and scheduled service.

Operate a bucket truck and other specialized equipment safely to access and repair elevated fixtures or systems.

Follow OSHA and department safety protocols, including lockout/tagout and PPE usage.

Respond to high‑priority electrical service calls across the city, providing timely and professional support.

Document work performed, labor hours, and materials used in the Asset Essentials computerized work order system.

Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, contractors, and building occupants, ensuring updates are provided and customer service standards are met.

Assist contractors by providing facility access, sharing system knowledge, and verifying completed work.

Monitor and address electrical issues that could impact public events or daily operations, ensuring facilities remain safe and operational.

Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months to one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical, or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training.

Qualifications

Two (2) years experience as an Electrician.

Two (2) or more years of experience in facility maintenance or municipal/commercial settings.

Demonstrated experience operating a bucket truck and working safely at heights.

Strong knowledge of OSHA electrical safety standards, including lockout/tagout.

Valid Driver’s License required.

State Journeyman Electrician’s License required within one (1) year of employment.

Current Journeyman Electrician’s License strongly preferred.

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