SANITARY ENGINEER II

About the role

Performs entry level professional sanitary engineering work in connection with water quality control and sterilization and the installation of City water systems.

Responsibilities

• Works in the field inspecting plumbing lines and appurtenances and selects 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
• Oversees the sampling of new and repaired mains prior to placing 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
• Participates in engineering studies involving the development of more efficient equipment or procedures for the operation and maintenance of water systems
• Maintains records of inspections, water samples, correspondence, and related documentation
• Orders equipment and supplies used in monitoring and disinfecting activities, as required

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree or higher in Sanitary, Chemical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering or a directly related field of engineering

A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree or higher in Sanitary, Chemical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering or a directly related field of engineering
• Licensure, Certification, Or Other Qualifications: A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required

Skills

Ability to stand and walk for extended or continuous periods of time

Ability to operate an automotive vehicle

Ability to collect water samples from lakes, tunnels, pumping stations and water mains

Ability to open a fire hydrant

Benefits

For information on our employees benefits, 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://my.chicago.gov/dam/intranet/documents/depts/dhr/INFORMATION/2026_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf

Pay

$81,636; Grade: G-06

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (subject to change)