Facility Maintenance Technician - Structural

City of Chesapeake; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; equivalent to one year of college education.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record per City standards.
• EPA/CFC license type 2, 3, or universal within 60 days of hire.
• Minimum six months of related, full-time experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine structural maintenance, repairs, and minor construction.
• Oversee contractors performing similar work, including inspections and QA.
• Repair shingles and built-up roofing systems.
• Maintain City records and purchase materials needed to complete assigned work.

Skills

Carpentry

Detail-oriented

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EPA/CFC License (Type 2/3 or universal)

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Facility Maintenance Technician - Structural

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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.

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Working Title of Vacant Position Facility Maintenance Technician - Structural

Job Type

Job Type Full Time

Posting Type

Posting Type Public

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Department

Department PUBLIC WORKS

Division

Division PUB WORKS MAINTENANCE

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2026512

Number of hours worked per week

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

Work Site Location City-wide; all City Public Facilities

Position Driving Requirement

Position Driving Requirement R - Routine

Pay Grade

Pay Grade GE05

Pay Basis

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.
• Repair shingle and built-up roofing systems.
• Maintain required City records and purchase materials needed to complete assigned work.

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

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/29/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 11/18/2026

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

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

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

Sitting

Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Walking

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

Lifting

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

Lifting Amount

Carrying

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

Carrying Weight

Pushing/Pulling

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

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Reaching

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

Handling

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

Fine Dexterity

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

Kneeling

Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching

Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Crawling

Crawling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Bending

Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Twisting

Twisting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Climbing

Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Vision

Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

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

Foot Controls

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

Health and Safety

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Mechanical Hazards

Mechanical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week

Chemical Hazards

Chemical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week

Electrical Hazards

Electrical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week

Fire Hazards

Fire Hazards W = Several Times Per Week

Explosives

Explosives N = Never

Communicable Diseases

Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally

Physical Danger or Abuse

Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never

Other

If Other, Description

If Other, Description Heights - climbing ladders and working on roofs.

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per Month