Maintenance Engineer II-Electrical

Job Posting End Date:

Department:

PUBLIC UTILITIES Compensation Grade:

G27

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range $63,190.40 - $98,467.20

Starting Salary - May be negotiable based on qualifications.

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

No

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

About Us:

Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.

Job Duties and

Preferred Qualifications:

The Department of Public Utilities provides quality water and sanitary sewer services to Virginia Beach residents. Become a part of our dedicated workforce who provide these essential services. We are currently hiring for a Maintenance Engineer II, Senior Electrician with our Electrical Support Team.

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. Virginia accepts licensure from Alabama, the District of Columbia, Kentucky, Maryland, West Virginia & North Carolina.

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. Candidates not holding a Masters Electrician License issued by an eligible state will not be considered for interview. (A degree in an electrical related field is not interchangeable for the Masters License requirement)
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

Troubleshoot radio and cellular communication issues

Will complete purchasing requests

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

Complete required paperwork and records to prepare detail reports

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

May temporarily perform supervisory functions in absence of the supervisor

Possess/Maintain a Virginia Master Electrician license

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

Preferences:

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.

Experience working with schematics/blueprints.

Knowledge of National Electrical Codes.

Supervisory experience

This requisition is posted open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis until a sufficient candidate pool has been identified.

Additional requirements:

• DMV Transcript:
Yes
• CDL:
No
• Drug & Alcohol…