SANITARY ENGINEER IV

BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Sanitary Engineer IV, G08

DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT

Bureau of Water Supply

Number of Positions: 1

(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)

Starting Salary: $96,516.00

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on August 11, 2025.

This position is covered under the City's collective bargaining agreement with

AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES (AFSCME) - BARGAINING UNIT 1, 3, 4 & 5.

Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.

BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en AND

1. Check the box on your profile titled "Currently employed by the City of Chicago"

2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled 'payee/employee number')

3. Select your correct bargaining unit

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION

Under general supervision assists with supervising sanitary engineering with inspection of pluming lines, appurtenances, water samples, the sterilization of pumping stations, tunnels, water mains, and performs other related duties as required by management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Under immediate supervision, performs entry level professional sanitary engineering work in connection with water quality control and sterilization and the installation of City water systems.
• Works in the field inspecting plumbing lines and appurtenances and collects water samples to test for chemical residuals, clarity, odor, and taste.
• Participates in the sterilization of pumping stations, tunnels, water mains, and other structures of the City's water intake and distribution systems.
• Collects and analyzes water samples in connection with river and lake pollution surveys, dead end main surveys, and other assigned projects.
• Compiles laboratory data and prepares reports and charts on water quality for inclusion in reports submitted to federal and state regulatory agencies.
• Assists in the disinfection of mains prior to placing in service.
• Oversee the sampling of new and repaired mains prior to placing them in service.
• Investigates consumer complaints, large main breaks, pumping station shutdowns, and water distribution system emergencies, in a timely and effective manner while providing good customer service, to determine the impact on the City's potable water and makes recommendations to maintain its integrity.
• Answers telephone and communicate the results of water quality investigations to consumers.
• Participates in engineering studies involving the development of more efficient equipment or procedures for the operation and maintenance of water systems.
• Inspects and maintains equipment and supplies used in water quality monitoring and water main disinfecting activities.
• Maintains records of inspections, water samples, correspondence, and related documentation.
• Orders equipment and supplies used in monitoring and disinfecting activities, as required.
• Sort, categorize, and process lead test kits.
• Assists in administrative and scheduling duties, as required.

Additional duties may be required for this position

Location: Bureau of Water Supply

Days: Varies

Hours: Varies

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Sanitary, Chemical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering or a directly related field of engineering, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience, provided that the minimum degree requirement is met.

NOTE: A valid State of Illinois Driver's License is required.

NOTE: A valid State of Illinois EPA Water Operator's certification (Class D or higher) OR a valid State of Illinois

EPA Water Operator-in-Training certification (Class C or higher).

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected. The interviewed bidders possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected in seniority order according to the collective bargaining agreement.

For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html

For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf

Application Evaluation: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligibility list in lottery order. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor