Maintenance Worker

City of Chesapeake Virginia; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Chesapeake is seeking motivated individuals for Maintenance Worker roles within Public Works. You will join a team maintaining roads, bridges, drainage systems and stormwater infrastructure to keep our community safe and accessible.

The position offers paid training, opportunities for career growth, competitive benefits, retirement plans and a supportive team environment while contributing to Chesapeake residents' daily quality of life.

Qualifications

• Requires basic knowledge of construction practices and tools.
• Ability to use hand tools and perform manual labor.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with repairing storm drain cave-ins.
• Assist with placing and finishing concrete and removing sidewalks, curbs, and gutters.
• Assist with asphalt pavement repairs.
• Support vegetation control, debris removal, and truck loading.
• Direct traffic using established flagging procedures.
• Perform manual labor to support maintenance and construction activities.
• Assist with cleaning and digging drainage ditches and cleaning and repairing stormwater structures.
• Support emergency response efforts, including clearing roads after hurricanes and controlling snow and ice.
• Participate in training to develop construction and equipment operation skills that support career progression and personal growth.

Skills

Hand tools

Flagging procedures

Manual labor

Tools

Shovel

Sledge hammer

Circular saw

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Drug Screening: 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 Maintenance Worker

Job Type

Job Type Full Time

Posting Type

Posting Type Public

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 6

Department

Department PUBLIC WORKS

Division

Division PUB WORKS OPERATIONS

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2026461

Number of hours worked per week

Number of hours worked per week 40

Work Schedule

7:00am – 3:30pm; Monday-Friday; Alpha essential

Employee are 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 Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement

Position Driving Requirement N - Never

Pay Grade

Pay Grade GE02

Pay Basis

Advertised Salary

Starting $36,416; Based on experience and qualifications

Job Description

Build your skills. Support your community. Grow with Chesapeake.

The City of Chesapeake’s Public Works Operations team is seeking enthusiastic, dependable individuals for Maintenance Worker positions. Join a team that helps keep our community safe and accessible by maintaining roads, bridges, drainage systems, and stormwater infrastructure.

Enjoy paid training, career growth opportunities, attractive work hours, competitive medical and supplemental benefits, retirement plans, and a supportive team environment while performing meaningful work that serves Chesapeake residents.

As a Maintenance Worker, you will:

• Assist with repairing storm drain cave-ins.
• Assist with placing and finishing concrete and removing sidewalks, curbs, and gutters.
• Assist with asphalt pavement repairs.
• Support vegetation control, debris removal, and truck loading.
• Direct traffic using established flagging procedures.
• Perform manual labor to support maintenance and construction activities.
• Assist with cleaning and digging drainage ditches and cleaning and repairing stormwater structures.
• Support emergency response efforts, including clearing roads after hurricanes and controlling snow and ice.
• Participate in training to develop construction and equipment operation skills that support career progression and personal growth.

What you bring:

A successful Maintenance Worker will have basic knowledge of construction practices and tools, the ability to use hand tools and perform manual labor, and a willingness to learn. Applicants must be able to follow instructions, learn and carry out flagging procedures, and consistently adhere to safety requirements.

Work locations:

Selected applicants will be assigned to one of the following locations based on operational needs:

• Hickory Yard: 149 Benefit Rd.
• Bowers Hill Yard: 3900 S. Military Hwy.

Opportunities to advance:

Employees with a valid driver’s license that meets City driving standards may have opportunities to advance into Equipment Operator positions as their skills develop.

Bring your commitment and willingness to learn, and build a rewarding career with the City of 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 instruction that is sufficient for satisfactory job performance.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :

None

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.

Job Open Date

09/30/2026

Job Close Date

10/14/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Drug Screening: 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

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

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

Carrying Weight

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

Pushing/Pulling Weight

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

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

Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

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

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

Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

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

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

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

Balancing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

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 N = Never

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Shovel, pick, sledge hammer, handsaw, circular saw, hand tools, compactors, vibratory roller, chainsaw, weed eater, mower, rake, bush axe, catch basin cleaning equipment, hand held flagging paddle, communication device, etc.

Protective Equipment Required

all required PPE

Health and Safety

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = 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

S = Seasonally

Other

If Other, Description

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

Dirt and Dust

D = Daily

Extreme Temperatures

S = Seasonally

Noise and Vibration

D = Daily

Fumes and Odors

D = Daily

Wetness/Humidity

S = Seasonally

Darkness or Poor Lighting

S = Seasonally

Primary Work Location

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

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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

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

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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

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