Facility Maintenance Technician - Structural

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Facility Maintenance Technician - Structural Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department PUBLIC WORKS Division PUB WORKS MAINTENANCE Requisition Number 2026512 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule

7:30 am- 4:00 pm; Monday-Friday. Alpha Essential. 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 City-wide; all City Public Facilities Position Driving Requirement R - Routine Pay Grade GE05 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary

$41,544 - $55,046; Depending on Qualifications and Experience.

Job Description

Build a Career That Makes a Difference in Chesapeake!

The City of Chesapeake Public Works Department, Facility Maintenance Division, is accepting applications for one full-time Facility Maintenance Technician I position.

Do you enjoy working with your hands, solving practical problems, and seeing the results of a job well done? As a Facility Maintenance Technician I, you will put your skills to work helping maintain the City buildings that serve our community.

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented individual to maintain and repair structural components of City buildings, with an emphasis on carpentry and basic structural preventive maintenance. The ideal candidate takes pride in quality workmanship, brings creativity to problem solving, and communicates effectively with others.

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform routine structural maintenance, repairs, and minor construction.
• Oversee contractors performing similar work as assigned, including inspections and quality assurance.
• Make minor structural modifications during renovation projects.
• Repair shingle and built-up roofing systems.
• Maintain required City records and purchase materials needed to complete assigned work.

Ready to make a hands-on contribution to your community? Apply today for the Facility Maintenance Technician I position and bring your skills, initiative, and commitment to quality to Team Chesapeake!

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 high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. Special skills or equipment certification may be required.

EPA, CFC license type 2, 3, or universal within 60 days of hire.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

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

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to confined spaces. 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

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 10/29/2026 Job Close Date 11/18/2026 Open Continuous Special Instructions to Applicants

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 H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting 50 - 100 lbs Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting 50 - 100 lbs Pushing/Pulling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting 50 - 100 lbs Reaching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Handling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Crawling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Twisting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Balancing Never- Never occurs. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

All tools and equipment normally used in in multi-trade structural maintenance and repair and minor renovation of city buildings; carpentry power tools, both portable and shop based; all tools related to light demolition and new construction; ladders, scaffolding, related roofing repair tools, etc., vehicle, calculator, price and supply books, telephone and computer (basic level only).

Protective Equipment Required

hard hat, safety shoes, safety vest, hearing protection, eye protection, gloves

Health and Safety

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

Mechanical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Chemical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Electrical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Fire Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description Heights - climbing ladders and working on roofs.

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 S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration M = Several Times Per Month Fumes and Odors W = Several Times Per Week Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting M = Several Times Per Month Primary Work Location Other - other city facilities, 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 Occasionally- Up to 1/3 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 Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment N = Never 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)

Yes, all tasks

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 (*).

• • Journeyman's card is preferred in one of the following fields: HVAC, Plumbing, or Electrical. Please list any relevant Journeyman's card or type NA, if not applicable.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter