Chief Water/Wastewater Operator

Lake County Illinois • Full-time • Buffalo Grove, IL, US • 3w ago

General 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.

This Public Works position is a supervisory position and must have the knowledge of operation and maintenance of public water supplies and/or water reclamation facilities.

Essential Functions

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.
Ability to compute rate, ratio and percentages, and to perform operations using weight measurement, volume and distance.
Ability to troubleshoot situations and have excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required

Knowledge of local, state and federal rules, regulations and standards governing the operation of public water supplies and water reclamation facilities.
Knowledge of Microsoft office products and general computer skills are required.
Ability to instruct, direct, train and supervisor other operators.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Education and/or Other Requirements:

High school diploma or GED
Six years of experience in water and wastewater treatment operation.
Possession of a Class II Wastewater Operator’s Certificate and a Class C Potable Water Operator’s Certificate issued by the IEPA.
Valid driver’s license, supplemented by a satisfactory driving record.

Supplemental Information

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.

Physical Requirements:

Performs medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, and digging
Pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee 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, drug and alcohol 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).