Senior Water Systems Technician – Operations & Maintenance

City of Naperville, IL; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Naperville's Water Utility is seeking a Senior Water Utility Technician in their Water Supply section to perform skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation, inspection, sanitation, maintenance, and/or repair of the City’s water supply. This non-supervisory position is represented by the IBEW Local 196 union.

Wage rates and benefits are governed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The role includes monitoring, repairs, record-keeping, and site visits to waterworks and storage

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of responsible experience in operation/maintenance of a water supply facility or related environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• IEPA Class C Certificate of Competency or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment.
• Valid State of Illinois driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Monitor water supply system (pumping, pressures, flows, storage levels, chlorination).
• Plan and perform mechanical/electrical repair on water supply equipment and controls (pumps, PLCs, PRVs, feeders, generators).
• Operate and maintain pumps, control panels, PLCs, chlorination systems, and related equipment.
• Maintain accurate daily records of operations, usage, storage, and chemical feeds.
• Install/modify water supply facilities; maintain records and inventory.
• Ensure safety practices and report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Prepare progress and monthly regulatory reports.
• Travel to tanks, stations, and wells to perform duties; transport chemicals as needed.
• Maintain buildings and grounds around facilities and reservoirs; support training of staff.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

IEPA Class C Certificate of Competency (Public Water Supply Operator)

Illinois driver’s license

Job description

The City of Naperville's Water Utility is seeking a Senior Water Utility Technician in their Water Supply section to perform skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation, inspection, sanitation, maintenance, and/or repair of the City’s water supply. This non-supervisory position is represented by the IBEW Local 196 union.

Wage rates and benefits are governed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The role includes monitoring, repairs, record-keeping, and site visits to waterworks and storage