Join the City of Chattanooga Team
Chattanooga
, a vibrant and growing community of over 190,000 residents within a metropolitan area of nearly 600,000 is known as the "Scenic City" for a reason. Nestled along the Tennessee River and surrounded by the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, we are a hub of outdoor adventure and innovation. Home to the
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC)
and
Chattanooga State Community College
, our city blends a rich industrial history with a tech-forward future—famously powered by the nation’s first community-wide "Gig" fiber-optic network. The City of Chattanooga was also recently designated as a "National Park City,” the first of its kind in the United States.
Our Organization
As a City, we are powered by a dedicated workforce of approximately
2,600 employees
committed to excellence in public service and making Chattanooga the best community in the country. Our team ensures our city thrives through a wide range of municipal services, including:
- Public Safety:
Chattanooga Police and Fire Departments.
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Infrastructure & Utilities:
Public Works, Waste Resources, and specialized Stormwater management.
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Quality of Life:
Award-winning Parks and Outdoors and Community Development systems and the Chattanooga Public Library.
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Transportation:
The Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) and citywide transit and pedestrian friendly initiatives.
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Innovation:
Leading-edge smart-city programs with a commitment to cutting edge workforce development policies to ensure all our residents can get ahead.
Why Choose Chattanooga?
The City of Chattanooga’s workforce is the heartbeat of our community. We don't just offer jobs; we offer careers with purpose: making Chattanooga the best city in America. We are committed to being the
premier employer of choice
in Southeast Tennessee by providing:
- Competitive Compensation:
Robust pay scales that reflect our commitment to our staff.
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Work-Life Balance:
Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling where possible.
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Exceptional Wellness:
Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs designed for you and your family that deliver savings to you beyond your paycheck, featuring a centralized health clinic and pharmacy for all City employees. .
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Growth:
A focus on professional development and upward mobility within the organization.
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The Great Outdoors: Your Backyard Playground:
Chattanooga isn't just near nature, it's immersed in it. As one of the most biodiverse cities in North America, the "Scenic City" offers an ecological richness that few places on earth can claim. Whether you are an
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adrenaline junkie or a weekend wanderer, world-class adventure is always less than an hour away.
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Vertical Adventures:
Scale legendary sandstone cliffs in what is widely considered the
premier rock climbing hub
of the Southeast.
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Water & Rapids:
From the high-octane
whitewater kayaking
of the Ocoee River to world-class
bass fishing
and peaceful paddling on the Tennessee River.
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Trails for Miles:
Explore a massive network of
mountain biking
and
hiking trails
that wind through lush ridges, hidden waterfalls, and deep river gorges.
In Chattanooga, "work-life balance" means you can finish your shift and be at a trailhead or on the water before the sun sets.
Our mission is to work together to build a safe, vibrant, and sustainable city for all Chattanoogans. To do that, it takes a team of skilled and passionate individuals. So, if you’d like to call Chattanooga home – or maybe you already do! – and want to further your career through meaningful work that makes a true impact where you live, we’d love to talk to you.
Salary: WWFG.07 $25.76 - $30.92 per hour
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M. (EST)
*Hours may vary due to work assignments or projects.*
Work Location: 455 Moccasin Bend Rd (Wastewater Treatment Plant)
FLSA Status: This is a Non-Exempt position.
Department: Wastewater - Plant Maintenance
SERIES LEVEL:
This is the second level of a three-level Industrial Electrician series.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
( The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.)
May serve as a lead to Industrial Electrician Apprentice staff to include assigning and monitoring work, training staff on work methods and procedures, and providing direction.
May troubleshoot and repair a wide variety of electrical equipment, utilizing a wide variety of tools and equipment including conduit benders, knock-out punches, crimping tools, high voltage sticks/gloves, band saws, drill presses, sandblasters, pipe threading equipment, welders, torches, gauges, calibration equipment, bucket trucks, motorized elevated work platforms (MEWPs), personal gas monitors, electrical metering equipment and applicable diagnostic equipment.
May design, build, install, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate and clean a wide variety of instrumentation and electrical equipment which includes Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)s, variable frequency drives, AC/DC motor starters and controls, variable speed drives, high/low voltage switch gears, circuit breakers, transformers, power supplies, interior/exterior lighting, sump pumps, level control systems, filter presses, timers and timing relays, flow meters and controllers, chart recorders and indicators, gas sensors, dissolved oxygen meters, suspended solids meters, pH meters, ampere meters, voltage meters, RPM meters and/or other related meters, instrumentation and equipment, light fixtures, lighting control systems, SCADA systems, and generators.
May perform preventative maintenance on a variety of electrical and instrumentation equipment.
May install various pumps such as sewage, chemical and water pumps.
May perform general cleaning and maintenance on vehicles, equipment, and tools in order to maintain proper working condition which includes inspecting the equipment, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, replacing parts, and washing and cleaning equipment and shop areas.
May prepare and maintain a variety of forms, correspondence, reports, work orders, requisitions, diagrams, measurement statements and/or other applicable documentation.
May use, carry and answer cell phone as determined by the job duties and the Department Head.
May provide “on call” duty with 24 hour availability.
Must meet regular attendance requirements.
Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and citizens.
Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
This position is deemed essential during inclement weather situations, and must report to or remain at work, even when administrative closings are announced, as determined by the Department Head.
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC DUTIES (if any):
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of one and a half (1.5) year experience in electrical maintenance, electrical control maintenance, electrical preventive maintenance or electrical construction training. Associate's Degree with coursework emphasis in Electrical Maintenance, Instrumentation & Control Maintenance preferred. Or any combination of equivalent experience and education.
This is a career ladder position. This position will receive an automatic progression to Industrial Electrician 2 when the incumbent has worked in this position for two (2) years at an Electrician 1 level and has satisfactorily achieved the additional required knowledge and/or credentials for the next position in the series.
LICENSING AND CERTIFICATIONS:
City of Chattanooga Board of Electrical Examiners Electrical License or Master Plant Electrician License within 24 months of hire (until a Journeyman Electrical license is issued, incumbents will work under the supervision of Journeyman Electrician. TN Driver's License (Class D)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of fundamentals of electricity including their application to the operation of high voltage substation equipment; electrical circuits; applicable tools and equipment of the trade; industrial safety practices and procedures; high voltage electrical systems, branch circuits and distribution systems up to 600 volts, utility distribution systems up to 12,000 volts; electrical programming, low and high voltage test equipment; plant Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) and Direct Current (DC) systems; electro-pneumatic, electro-hydraulic and electro-mechanical systems; National Electrical Codes, City of Chattanooga's Electrical Codes; NFPA70E knowledge and practices, OSHA regulations, lock out tag out (LOTO), personal protective equipment, motor theory, maintenance, and alignment practices; electrical theory; basic mechanical systems; underground utilities; and work zone safety practices and principles.
Skill in using a computer and related software applications; troubleshoot electrical problems in an industrial facility; installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical conduit, wiring, and controls; utilizing applicable tools and equipment of the trade; and, communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Medium Work: Exerting up-to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up-to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up-to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to raw sewage, potentially infectious bodily fluids (OPIM), moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, biohazards, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, confined spaces, and workspace restrictions.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Safety Sensitive: Y
Department of Transportation - CDL: N
Child Sensitive: N
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
This position requires pre-employment screening(s) that include: background check / drug screening / lift test / HepB Titer
The City of Chattanooga, Tennessee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
KJS 07.15.2026
