DOC DIXON CC WATER PLANT OPERATOR

DOC DIXON CC WATER PLANT OPERATOR

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Date: Aug 17, 2026 Location: Dixon, IL, US, 61021 Position Title: Water Plant Operator Job Requisition ID: 58107 Opening Date: 08/31/2026 Closing Date: 09/14/ :59 p.m. Agency: Department of Corrections Class Title: WATER PLANT OPERATOR - 49050 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None Salary: Prevailing Rate: $10,257.30 - $10,821.06/monthly ($58.95 - $62.19/hourly) Job Type: Hourly Category: Full Time County: Lee Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: PR000 Merit Comp Code: This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Corrections must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

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Position Overview The Illinois Department of Corrections is looking for a candidate to operate, inspect and provide preventative and reparative maintenance to wells, high-and-low-pressure pumps, motors, filter beds, tanks, chlorinators and simple laboratory equipment. In addition, this position will perform daily testing of water level readings, water softeners, and iron filter, prepare weekly samples of chemicals, minerals and bacteria, prepare daily records on potable water and salt usage, serve as back-up to the Sewage Plant Operator, and remain up to date and in compliance with rules, directives, policies, procedures and regulations.

Essential Functions Operates, inspects, and provides preventive and reparative maintenance to wells, high- and low-pressure pumps, motors, filter beds, tanks, chlorinators, and simple laboratory equipment. Performs daily testing of water level readings, water softeners, and iron filter. Prepares weekly samples of, including but not limited to, chemicals, minerals, and bacteria using the raw, filtered, and finished water for analysis by the Illinois Department of Public Health, the Illinois State Water Survey, and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA). Prepares daily records on potable water and salt usage. Serves as back-up to the Sewage Plant Operator. Remains up to date and in compliance with Departmental Rules, Administrative and Institutional Directives, Institutional Policies and Procedures, and Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Regulations. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill, and mental developmental equivalent to completion of four (4) years of high school. Requires three (3) years of experience in water treatment plant operation. Requires possession of a current E.P.A. Class "B" Water Supply Operator Certificate. Requires possession of Illinois EPA Class 3 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License.

Preferred Qualifications Prefers at least two (2) years of experience with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system. Prefers at least two (2) years of experience with specific capacity and well depth level testing. Prefers at least two (2) years of experience working with EPA Rules/Regulations of the Safe Water Drinking Act, Source water protection, and Consumer Confidence Reporting. Prefers at least one (1) year experience preparing reports. Prefers completion of current OSHA 10 training or higher.

Conditions of Employment Requires continued active possession of Illinois EPA Class 3 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License. Requires continued active possession of a E.P.A. Class "B" Water Supply Operator Certificate. Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check. Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited. This position requires the ability to work at heights, including on ladders, scaffolding, aerial lifts, or elevated platforms, while adhering to all safety regulations and using appropriate fall protection measures. Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department. Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: See below 7am-3:30pm Tues-Sat, Sun/Mon off Headquarter Location: Dixon Correctional Center 2600 N Brinton Ave, Dixon, Illinois, 61021 Work County: Lee Agency Contact: Karmin Bush Email: Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics