Antioch, IL – Water Operator I

Village of Antioch; Antioch (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

IMRF benefits

Job summary

The Village of Antioch invites qualified applicants for Water Operator I or II, based on qualifications (DOQ). This role maintains the Village's water, sewer and collection systems, with diverse duties across treatment and distribution operations.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, meter work, hydrant flushing, and sewer tasks. Overtime, on-call duties, and weekend coverage may be required. CDL license required or obtainable within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Illinois driver's license is required.
• Possession of a Class B CDL with Air Brakes Endorsement or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor up to 100 lbs.
• Knowledge of IEPA/EPA requirements for water/sewer operations.

Responsibilities

• General water-system and treatment-equipment maintenance.
• Check pumps, wells, collection systems, and lift stations.
• Perform chemical treatment and sampling activities.
• Fire hydrant maintenance and flushing; quarterly tower draining.

Skills

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Class B CDL with Air Brakes Endorsement

Job description

The Village of Antioch is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Water Operator I or II, depending on qualifications (DOQ). This position is responsible for performing tasks related to the operation, care and maintenance of the Village of Antioch’s water, sewer and collection systems.

Duties include, but are not limited to, general water-system and treatment-equipment maintenance; checking pumps, wells, collection systems, and lift stations; performing chemical treatment and sampling activities; fire-hydrant maintenance and flushing; quarterly tower draining; reading, installing, repairing, and replacing water meters; sewer rodding; assisting with or repairing water main breaks; and other related duties as assigned.

The position may be exposed to extreme weather, dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, loud noise, mechanical hazards, and potentially hazardous conditions. The successful candidate must be able to perform physically demanding work, including snow removal, and be available for overtime and rotating on-call, evening, weekend, holiday, and emergency-response assignments.

The position reports to the Supervisor of Water Operations. Additional responsibilities include snow removal and the ability to work overtime, weekends and be on call 24/ 7 on a rotating basis.

Full job description available upon request.

Qualifications and Salary

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid Illinois driver’s license
• Possession of a valid Class “B” CDL with Air Brakes Endorsement or ability to obtain one within six (6) months of hire.

Applicants must have knowledge of water and sewer equipment and systems, including lift stations and wells; the ability to safely use hand tools and equipment related to the position; and the ability to perform heavy manual labor, including lifting and carrying items weighing up to 100 pounds. Knowledge of Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) and EPA requirements applicable to water and sewer operations is required.

Water Operator I

Minimum of one (1) year of experience in water/sewer system operations and maintenance, or a related field. A Class “C” Water Operator License or higher is preferred. The full hourly pay range is $27.83 to $36.01 DOQ.

Water Operator II

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in water/sewer system operations and maintenance, or a related field. Possession of a Class “B” Water Operator License or higher is required. Candidates must demonstrate more advanced knowledge of water-treatment operations, system controls, chlorination, equipment maintenance, and applicable IEPA/EPA requirements. The full hourly pay range is $32.79 to $42.44 DOQ.

Benefits

An excellent benefits package is available including health, dental, vision, life and IMRF benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Village of Antioch provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.