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Otter Lake Water Commission

Water Plant Operator

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $20–$27.56/hr

Posted: 4 days ago

Location: Girard, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 20 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/5/2026

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A Power Distributor or Plant Operator operates equipment to controls and monitor the flow of electricity from power plants.

$60,726 / year median in Illinois

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

The Otter Lake Water Commission operates a 3.5 MGD surface water treatment plant and a wholesale distribution system. We are currently accepting applications for a water plant operator. The successful candidate must have a valid driver's license. Previous water system experience is preferred but not required. The open position will require on-call, shift work and some weekends and holidays. Rate of pay is determined by the operators IL EPA certification level and relevant work experience, as follows: Class A

$ 27.56 Class B
$ 24.44 Class C
$ 23.92 Class D
$ 22.36 No experience $ 20.00
21.32 Class A CDL with air brakes add $0.75 per hour to the above
when applies add $15 a day to paycheck for on-call.

Must be able to lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds, climb steps and ladders, work in inclement weather, be willing to work holidays and weekends as required. Must pass a drug screening. Must obtain class D water certificate within 12 months. Able to take direction and provide feedback. Benefits include 100% employer paid health, dental, vision, and life insurance, IMRF retirement pension, paid holidays and vacation. Applications can be picked up at our office in Virden at W Montgomery Road or downloaded from our website at otterlakewater.net/jobs. First review of applications will be conducted on Friday, September 18th, 2026. However, we will be taking applications until job posting is removed from our website.