DOC DIXON CC PLUMBER

State of Illinois•Dixon, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Corrections is looking for a candidate to serve as a Plumber located at Dixon Correctional Center. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Illinois State Plumbing Code, excavation and repair of underground water and sewer infrastructure piping. This candidate must be self-motivated and able to work with others in the maintenance department while operating and repairing equipment, auger sewer machines, and pressure sewer cleaning jetters. Duties will include repair and maintenance of all hot and cold building piping, backflow preventers, high service and circulation pumps, fire hydrants, and the public water supply distribution system. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of high school.
Requires possession of a valid plumber's license issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Requires the possession of a valid certificate as a Cross-Connection Control Device Inspector (CCCDI) or the acquisition of the certificate within the probationary period of employment.
Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen.
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.

Nice To Haves

Prefers two (2) years of experience maintaining/repairing commercial ice machines.
Prefers two (2) years of experience maintaining sewage lift station pumps, piping, and fittings.
Prefers two (2) years of experience repairing sewage lift station pumps, piping, and fittings.
Prefers two (2) years of experience utilizing waste flow systems, including drains, vents, pressure force mains, sewage pumps, manholes and collection systems.
Prefers two (2) years of experience repairing the waste flow system, including drains, vents, pressure force mains, sewage pumps, manholes and collection system.

Responsibilities

Installs, repairs, and maintains pipe and other tubing throughout the institution.
Melts and caulks lead joints.
Instructs individuals in custody in plumbing tasks.
Remains up to date and in compliance with Departmental Rules, Administrative Directives, Institutional Directives, Institutional policies, and procedures.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Health, Life, Vision and Dental Insurance
12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
Pension Plan - Vesting at 10 years for Tier II
Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
Paid state holidays: 13 - 14 day annually
3 paid Personal Business days annually
12 paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over year to year)
10 - 25 Paid Vacation days annually (10 days beginning at year 1 employment)
Personal, Sick and Vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules (As applicable)
Employee Assistance Program and/or Mental Health resources