Position Title: Stationary Engineer
Job Requisition ID: 58124
Opening Date: 08/26/2026
Closing Date: 09/09/2026, 11:59 pm
Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title: STATIONARY ENGINEER - 42600
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Prevailing Rate: $10,257.30 - $10,821.06 per month ($58.95 - $62.19 per hour)
Job Type: Hourly
Category: Full Time
County: Jefferson
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: PR000
Merit Comp Code: 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. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Corrections must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
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Position OverviewThe Stationary Engineer position operates, monitors, and maintains power plant equipment and mechanical systems at Big Muddy River Correctional Center. This individual will also make scheduled and unscheduled inspections of all equipment at regular intervals, prepare daily records and logs, and perform routine testing, treatment, and monitoring of water used for consumption and utility generation systems. In addition, they will support preventative maintenance execution and planning. The ideal candidate would be self-motivated, task oriented, and organized. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
Essential Functions- Maintains and operates equipment in the physical plant.
- Monitors building automation system with portable operator terminal checking proper operation of damper actuators, valves, motors, fans, sensors, and computer control equipment.
- Makes rounds of mechanical rooms at regular intervals.
- Makes and records tests of water used for domestic consumption or generating system.
- Directs tradesman, residents, and semi-skilled workers engaged in repair and necessary work.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of those duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications- Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
- Requires four (4) years of experience in power plant operation and in firing high pressure and/or low-pressure stationary boilers.
Preferred Qualifications- Prefers at least five (5) years of work experience maintaining and operating power plant equipment including boilers, furnaces, and auxiliary equipment.
- Prefers at least five (5) years of work experience installing power plant equipment including boilers, furnaces, and auxiliary equipment.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of work experience monitoring automation systems.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of work experience observing and adjusting HVAC equipment as necessary.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of work experience testing and recording testing of water systems.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of work experience using purifying or water softening chemicals.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of work experience directing others.
- Prefers completion of current OSHA 10 training.
Conditions of Employment- Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.
- Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.
- This position requires the ability to work at heights, including on ladders, scaffolding, aerial lifts, or elevated platforms, while adhering to all safety regulations and using appropriate fall protection measures.
- Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties listed in the job description.
Work Hours: See Below:
6:30 am to 3:00 pm Mon-Fri w/Sat & Sun off
Headquarter Location: Big Muddy River CC, 251 N Illinois Hwy 37, Ina, Illinois, 62846
Work County: Jefferson
Agency Contact: Mason Walker
Email: Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support; Public Safety
This position DOES NOT contain "Specialized Skills" (as that term is used in CBAs).
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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; 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.
As an IDOC employee, you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:
- Health, Life, Vision and Dental Insurance
- 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
- Pension Plan - Vesting at 10 years for Tier II
- Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
- Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
- Paid state holidays: 13 - 14 days annually
- 3 paid Personal Business days annually
- 12 paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over year to year)
- 10 - 25 Paid Vacation days annually (10 days beginning at year 1 employment)
- Personal, Sick and Vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules (As applicable)
- Employee Assistance Program and/or Mental Health resources
- For more information about our benefits, please follow this link: Benefits Information
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