Water/Wastewater Operator - Vernon Hills

Lake County•Vernon Hills, IL

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About The Position

Lake County Public Works provides sewer and water services to 40% of Lake County residents and operates and maintains more than 750 miles of pipe, three water reclamation facilities, more than 100 pump stations, an excess flow facility, and a one-mile-long levee. The Water/Wastewater Operator maintains and operates water and sanitary sewer plants. The position works Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and requires availability for occasional overtime, weekend duty, and rotating 24-hour call. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of background screening and drug testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of experience in 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.
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
Ability to perform basic mechanical repairs.
Good knowledge of methods, practices, materials, and tools used in operating and maintaining public water supplies and/or water reclamation facilities, including associated hazards and safety precautions.

Responsibilities

Maintain daily logs of plant operations, including flow recordings from hydrants and pumps.
Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and facilities.
Track daily chemical inventory and usage.
Maintain and operate public water supplies and sanitary sewer systems, and perform preventative and routine building and grounds maintenance.
Draw water samples for testing and perform basic chemical analyses of water.
Investigate and resolve abnormal conditions in plant operations and investigate complaints.