DOC DIXON CC WATER PLANT OPERATOR

State-of-Illinois; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 14,130,000 - 14,907,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a Water Plant Operator to operate and maintain wells, pumps, filter beds, and laboratory equipment. You will perform daily testing, record keeping, and serve as backup to the Sewage Plant Operator under state policies.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, three years’ water treatment experience, EPA Class B Water Supply certificate, and Illinois EPA Class 3 Wastewater license.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent and EPA/IDOC licenses.
• Three years of experience in water treatment plant operation.
• Current EPA Class “B” Water Supply Operator Certificate and Illinois EPA Class 3 Wastewater License.
• Preferred SCADA experience and familiarity with Safe Water Drinking Act rules.
• Experience with reporting and lab sample preparation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operates, inspects, and maintains wells, pumps, motors, filter beds, tanks, chlorinators, and lab equipment.
• Performs daily tests of water quality indicators and records results.
• Prepares weekly chemical, mineral, and bacteria samples for analysis.
• Maintains daily potable water and salt usage records; backs up Sewage Plant Operator.
• Adheres to departmental rules and EPA regulations; performs additional duties as needed.

Skills

Water treatment operation

Safety compliance

Analytical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EPA Class “B” Water Supply Operator Certificate

Illinois EPA Class 3 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License

Tools

SCADA

Laboratory equipment

Water testing tools

Job description

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We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

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Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

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Job Requisition ID: 58107
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 09/14/2026 11:59 p.m.
Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title:WATER PLANT OPERATOR - 49050
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Prevailing Rate: 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.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

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. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included. Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

As a IDOC employee, you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:

• Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid options)
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pension Plan – vesting at 10 years for Tier II
• Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
• Paid state holidays 13-14 days annually
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• Personal, sick, and vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources