Water/Wastewater Operator - Vernon Hills

Lake County, Illinois; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake County Government's Public Works division administers water and wastewater systems for Lake County residents. The role involves monitoring plant operations, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring safe, compliant operations on a Monday–Friday schedule with occasional overtime and call duties.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, at least one year in water/wastewater operations, IEPA certificates (Class IV WW or Class D Water), basic computer skills, and a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least one year of experience in water and/or wastewater treatment operation.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to perform basic mechanical repairs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily logs of plant operations and flow recordings.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and facilities.
• Maintain inventory of chemicals and supplies.
• Operate and maintain public water supplies and sanitary sewer systems.
• Draw water samples for testing and conduct basic analyses.
• Investigate abnormal conditions and respond to complaints.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Mechanical repair ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Class IV Wastewater Operator’s Certificate (IEPA)

Class D Water Operator’s Certificate (IEPA)

Job description

Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation, an excellent benefit package and career growth opportunities? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment.

Lake County Public Works is a sewer and water provider to 40% of Lake County residents and owns, operates, and maintains more than 750 miles of pipe, three water reclamation facilities, more than 100 pump stations, an excess flow facility and a 1-mile-long levee. This Public Works position is to maintain and operate water and sanitary sewer plants.

This position works Monday through Friday from 7:00am – 3:30pm and must be available for occasional overtime duty, weekend duty and 24-hour call on a rotating basis.

• Daily logs of plant operations, including flow recordings from hydrant/pumps.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and facilities.
• Daily inventory of chemical usage.
• Maintaining and operating public water supplies, sanitary sewer systems and preventative/routine building and grounds maintenance.
• Draw water samples for testing and perform basic chemical analyses of water.
• Investigate and resolve any abnormal conditions in plant operations and investigate any complaints.

• Good knowledge of methods, practices, materials, tools and knowledge of hazards and safety precautions involved in the operation and maintenance of public water supplies and/or water reclamation facilities.

Education and/or Other Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• At least one year of experience in the field of water and/or wastewater treatment operation.
• Class IV Wastewater Operator’s Certificate or a Class “D” Water Operator’s Certificate issued by the IEPA.
• Basic computer skills.
• Possess a valid driver’s license, supplemented by a satisfactory driving record.
• Requires the ability to perform basic mechanical repairs.

Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County!

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening and drug testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.

Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).