Decatur Operations Stationary Engineer

Agency : Department of Corrections - Decatur Correctional Center 
Closing Date/Time: 04/05/2024 
Salary:  Prevailing Rate: $54.51 - $56.69 per hour
Job Type: Hourly 
County:  Macon
Number of Vacancies: 2
Plan/BU:  PR000

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number  35900  

The Stationary Engineer position, located at Decatur Correctional Center, works on a small team of professional individuals to service the entire facility. The position performs a multitude of routine journeyman tasks. Candidates will be responsible for working as a team and individually to complete tasks within a timely manner. The ideal candidate would be self-motivated, task oriented, and organized. We are looking for an energetic candidate who will be an integral part of the Stationary Engineers Team, who works with integrity and takes pride in their work. We welcome applicants who are looking for a dynamic opportunity with a purpose. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Essential Function 1

Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on all boiler room and other equipment related to the power plant.

Essential Function 2

Monitors the daily operation of steam boilers and all related equipment such as feed pumps, fans, circulatory pumps, etc.

Essential Function 3

Monitors and logs temperatures and pressures on air handling equipment.

Essential Function 4

Operates control panel to monitor, start, stop, take temperature, etc on all equipment room machinery.

Essential Function 5

Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of th eduties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications 1

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of eight (8) years elementary school.

Minimum Qualifications 2

Requires four (4) years of experience in power plant operation and in firing high-pressure and/or low-pressure stationary boilers.

Preferred Qualifications 1

Prefers completion of an apprentice program necessary to qualify as a journeyman or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications 2

Prefers at least two (2) years of experience in a power plant operation and in firing high-pressure stationary boilers.

Preferred Qualifications 3

Prefers at least two (2) years of experience working independently and as part of the team.

Preferred Qualifications 4

Prefers at least two (2) years of experience applying strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications 5

Prefers at least two (2) years of experience practicing mechanical and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications 6

Prefers at least two (2) years of experience troubleshooting and resolving issues within power plant operations or a similar setting.

Preferred Qualifications 7

Prefers at least one (1) years of experience handling hazardous chemicals appropriately in the maintenance system.

Preferred Qualifications 8

Prefers at least one (1) year of experience with managing records, blueprints, schematics, and/or technical equipment manuals.

Employment Condition 1

Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.

Employment Condition 2

Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of the position held, is prohibited.

Employment Condition 3

This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d)). Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Employment Condition 4

Requires ability to work from heights (on ladders, scaffold, platforms, and lifts), stand for long periods, and move heavy equipment, materials, structures, and furniture weighing up to 50 pounds independently and up to 75-100 pounds with assistance.

Employment Condition 5

Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.

Employment Condition 6

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency:  The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included. Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; tuition reimbursement; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Work Hours: See below

(1) Swing Shift Relief Engineer, Friday - Tuesday; Wed/Thur off
(1) Swing Shift Relief Engineer; Thursday - Monday; Tue/Wed off

Relief employees may have their days off changed to accomodate the work schedule providing, they are afforded two (2) consecutive days off in the work week.

The work schedules of relief employees may not be changed shift to shift without twenty-four (24) hour notice, unless mutually agreed otherwise.

Work Location: 2310 E Mound Rd, Decatur, Illinois, 62526
Agency Contact:  

Danielle Davies, Human Resources
Email:
Phone:

Posting Group:  Public Safety; Building, Fleet & Institutional Support

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

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