Engineering Technical Supervisor

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Engineering Technical Supervisor Job Type Full Time Posting Type City Employees Only Number of Vacancies 1 Department PUBLIC UTILITIES Division PUB UTIL TECHNICAL Requisition Number 2026449 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule

Monday - Friday; 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.

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.

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement R - Routine Pay Grade GE16 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary

$71,480 - $106,327 (salary is based on experience and qualifications)

Job Description

Public Utilities seeks a conscientious, energetic leader with experience in underground utility locating and construction projects to lead a dedicated group of professional utility locators, construction inspectors, and cross-connection inspectors.

A successful candidate must be able to make sound engineering decisions based on contract documents, design standards, and local, state & federal laws; clearly communicate with project engineers and contractors to support the completion of projects on schedule and within budget; develop and maintain professional relationships with the public, various City departments to include the City Manager and City Council, external agencies, and regulators.

To excel in this position, a candidate should:

• be proficient in reading, reviewing, and understanding contract plans and specifications with a focus on constructability and providing solutions to challenges encountered prior to and during construction.
• Furthermore, this position serves as the VA811 Administrator for Chesapeake, responsible for replying to underground utility locating requests, coordinating responses, and resolving locating issues.
• Serving in this capacity requires a working knowledge of the Damage Prevention Act.
• As a supervisor this position is responsible for the training, coaching, hiring, and personnel-related activities associated with leading the division.

Other administrative responsibilities of this position include investigating damages to Public Utilities and preparing reports for submission to the State Corporation Commission, verification of acceptance testing, and processing construction invoices.

This is an Alpha position, and employees may be expected to work in excess of normally scheduled hours in response to localized and City-wide emergencies.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:

Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related field.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

Depending on position, State and/or City certification(s) may be required. Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's driving standards.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of three years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

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.

Preferred Qualifications

NASSCO Certifications - PACP, MACP, LACP

DEQ Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector Certification

DEQ Stormwater Management Inspector Certification

VDOT Materials Certifications

VDOT Traffic Control Certification

OSHA Certifications

NULCA Accreditation

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 09/29/2026 Job Close Date 10/06/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants

Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume.

This position is located at 906 Executive Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA.

Medical Marijuana:

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

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly

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 Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Sitting Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Walking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Lifting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Reaching Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Handling Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Kneeling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Crouching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Crawling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Bending Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Twisting Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Climbing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Balancing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. 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 Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Computers

Smartphones

GPS Equipment

Survey Equipment

Utility Locating Equipment

Vehicles

Various Computer software

Protective Equipment Required

Hard Hat

Safety vest and pants

Safety Shoes

Eye and Ear protection

Health and Safety

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

Mechanical Hazards D = Daily Chemical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Electrical Hazards S = Seasonally Fire Hazards S = Seasonally Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases D = Daily Physical Danger or Abuse D = Daily Other D = Daily If Other, Description Working under traffic conditions, in construction sites

Environmental Factors

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

Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures D = Daily Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors D = Daily Wetness/Humidity D = Daily Darkness or Poor Lighting D = Daily Primary Work Location Outdoors

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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. 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 Continuously- 2/3 or more 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

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review position requirements for details.

• Yes

• No

• • This position is for City employees, volunteers, temporary workers, and interns only. Are you currently a City of Chesapeake employee, volunteer, temporary worker, or intern? This information will be verified. Please update your application accordingly.

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter