Engineering Technician I

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Engineering Technician I

Job Type

Full Time

Posting Type

Public

Number of Vacancies

1

Department

PUBLIC UTILITIES

Division

PUB UTIL TECHNICAL

Requisition Number

Number of hours worked per week

40+

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday
Hours: 8:00am – 5:00 pm

Work Site Location

Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement

O - Occasional

Pay Grade

GE06

Pay Basis

Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary

$42,580 -$70,257
Salary based on experience and qualifications

Job Description

Are you detail-oriented, customer-focused, and ready to kickstart your career in engineering? The City of Chesapeake is looking for a motivated and service-minded Engineering Technician I to join our dynamic team

This is more than just a desk job. This position is at the heart of city development, helping to shape the infrastructure that keeps Chesapeake moving forward.

As an Engineering Technician I in the Engineering Division of Public Utilities, you'll assist residents and developers with project questions, prepare and update engineering plans for street and utility improvements, research property records, and summarize project data. You'll also track contracts, and support engineering studies and contribute to real-world solutions.

The Department of Public Utilities is looking for candidates with a passion for precision and a knack for problem-solving, with strong communication skills, who is a team player and thrives in a collaborative environment. Experience with technical data, construction plans, or utilities is a plus

Join us on this exciting journey as we build the future of Chesapeake's water and wastewater infrastructure. Be part of a team where your skills and passion make a difference.

Apply today and let's shape the future together

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONALREQUIRMENT: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate's in engineering, drafting, or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCEREQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six months of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIALCERTIFICATIONSANDLICENSES: Depending on departmental operational requirements, may require valid driver's license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.

SPECIALREQUIREMENTS: 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 water and sewer utilities plans and documentation.

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date

11/17/2025

Job Close Date

12/16/2025

Open Continuous

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug and 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.

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands

S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

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

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Sitting

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Walking

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting

No Response

Lifting Amount

N/A

Carrying

No Response

Carrying Weight

N/A

Pushing/Pulling

No Response

Pushing/Pulling Weight

N/A

Reaching

No Response

Handling

No Response

Fine Dexterity

No Response

Kneeling

No Response

Crouching

No Response

Crawling

No Response

Bending

No Response

Twisting

No Response

Climbing

No Response

Balancing

No Response

Vision

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Foot Controls

No Response

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

computer, phone, copier

Protective Equipment Required

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards

N = Never

Chemical Hazards

N = Never

Electrical Hazards

N = Never

Fire Hazards

N = Never

Explosives

N = Never

Communicable Diseases

N = Never

Physical Danger or Abuse

N = Never

Other

If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust

N = Never

Extreme Temperatures

N = Never

Noise and Vibration

N = Never

Fumes and Odors

N = Never

Wetness/Humidity

N = Never

Darkness or Poor Lighting

N = Never

Primary Work Location

Office Environment

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

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Emergency Situations

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Frequent Change of Tasks

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 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)

No

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests

0

Maximum Requests

4