Schaumburg

The Illinois EPA considers all surface water sources for community drinking systems to be susceptible to pollution issues. Surface water is naturally vulnerable as contaminants can enter intakes with only dilution as protection, necessitating treatment for all Illinois surface water supplies.

Chicago's offshore intakes are positioned far enough that shoreline impacts are generally minimal for water quality. However, during certain seasons, contamination risks increase due to wet-weather flows and river reversals. The location of intake structures may attract waterfowl and birds common to the Great Lakes region, potentially concentrating waste near intakes and compromising source water quality. Shore intakes remain vulnerable to stormwater runoff, marina activities, and coastal point sources from groundwater flow into the lake.

Additional information about the community water supply's Source Water Assessment Program is available by contacting the City of Chicago's Department of Water Management at (312) 744-6635.

Schaumburg receives 100% of its water from Lake Michigan. Chicago utilizes Lake Michigan through two water treatment facilities: the Jardine Water Purification Plant serving northern areas including Schaumburg, and the South Water Purification Plant serving southern regions. Lake Michigan is the only Great Lake entirely within the United States, bordering Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin. It ranks as the second-largest Great Lake by volume (1,180 cubic miles) and third-largest by area.

Water is delivered to Schaumburg by the Joint Action Water Agency (JAWA), entering the village's system at four locations. The water is then redistributed to over 26,500 customers through an extensive network including 285+ miles of water mains, 4,500 fire hydrants, 10 reservoirs, and 7 pumping stations.

FAQs Questions for General Information

1. Does Rubidoux Community Services District have a jobline?
   Not currently. RCSD advertises open positions in the local newspaper and on the RCSD website under OPEN POSITIONS.
2. What are your business hours?
   The District operates Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
3. Where is the Rubidoux Community Services District located?
   This information can be found under our "Contact Us" link.

Questions for Job Applications

1. Are resumes accepted instead of an application?
   No. A completed RCSD application is required for every position. You may attach a resume to your application if desired.
2. Do you accept applications when no jobs are open?
   No. RCSD only accepts applications for current job openings.
3. How do I submit an application?
   Completed applications must reach the Human Resources Office by the closing date. We accept applications by mail, fax, or in-person at our main office. Applications postmarked by the closing date are accepted.
4. Is a separate application needed for each position?
   Yes. Each position requires its own RCSD application unless other arrangements are made with Human Resources staff.
5. Should I include copies of certifications and DMV records with my application?
   We request that job-related certification copies be attached to your original application. Please do not submit documents verifying your legal right to work in the United States or DMV printouts with your initial application materials; these will be requested later.
6. Where can I get a job application?
   Applications are available at Rubidoux Community Services District, 3590 Rubidoux Blvd., Jurupa Valley, CA, and can also be downloaded from our website.