Electrician II

City of Norfolk; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

The City of Norfolk is seeking an Electrician II to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems across city facilities, reporting to Dana Street and supporting essential infrastructure in Norfolk.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in facility maintenance, a valid driver's license, and a Journeyman Electrician’s license (or the license within one year). Expect safety-first work, bucket truck tasks, and precise documentation in Asset Essentials.

Qualifications

• Two 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.
• Valid Driver's License; State Journeyman Electrician's License required within one year.
• Current Journeyman Electrician’s License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures in city facilities.
• Operate a bucket truck and other equipment safely to access elevated fixtures.
• Follow OSHA safety protocols, including lockout/tagout and PPE usage.
• Respond to high-priority electrical service calls across the city.
• Document work performed and labor hours in Asset Essentials.

Skills

OSHA electrical safety standards

Pipefitter knowledge

Team communication

Education

Journeyman Electrician License

Tools

Bucket truck operation

Job description

The City of Norfolk’s Department of General Services - Facilities Maintenance Division provides comprehensive maintenance and repair services for city-owned buildings and facilities across Norfolk. Staff are deployed from the Dana Street maintenance complex and respond to work orders at diverse locations, including City Hall, libraries, recreation centers, the Norfolk Zoo, Nauticus, SevenVenues facilities, and public safety facilities such as the jail and courts. The division’s mission is to ensure safe, reliable, and functional environments for city employees, residents, and visitors.

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. Reporting to Dana Street, this position supports critical infrastructure across Norfolk, from office buildings to entertainment venues and specialized facilities such as the Central Energy Plant.

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/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.

Required:

• 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.

Strongly Preferred:

• Current Journeyman Electrician’s License.

• Valid Driver's License required.
• State Journeyman Electrician's License required within one (1) year of employment.

Work Schedule:

• Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.
• Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required.
• Position is designated essential and will be required to report to work during City closures due to inclement weather and other emergencies.

Signing Bonus:

• This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus.