Bldg Engineer

Expedite Talent Solutions; Cordova (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

3M Cordova is seeking a Boiler Operator – Building Engineer to maintain boiler and building systems, including mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fire safety, and HVAC at an on-site industrial facility in Cordova, IL.

The role supports preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, and inspections with rotating day and night 12-hour shifts. Candidates should have 4–5 years of boiler operation experience and a relevant certification/licensing preference.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma.
• 4–5 years of related boiler operation experience.
• Universal CFC certification preferred; Boiler Operator license preferred.
• CMMS experience is beneficial.
• Strong math and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn and become familiar with all processes of the plant.
• Operate Client Computer Control System for the plant.
• Perform startup, maintenance and shutdown procedures for all plant units.
• Maintain water chemistry and water supply to plant and boiler.
• Handle maintenance tasks and respond to safety concerns.
• Log timely and accurate duties performed.
• Respond to data and optimize equipment performance.
• Ensure safety compliance and report issues to supervisors.

Skills

Plumbing system maintenance

Electrical equipment repair

HVAC system repair

Hazardous waste disposal

CMMS

Microsoft Excel/Outlook/Teams

Building code compliance

Basic math

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Trade school diploma

Universal CFC certification preferred

Boiler Operator license preferred

Job description

Location: 22614 Route 84, North, Cordova, Illinois

Client: 3M Cordova

Bill Rate: *** / hr ***

Background Check – *** Standard – With Drug Test

Duration: September 14, 2026

Shifts: Rotating, day to night, 12 hr shifts, 4 on, 3 off; physical demands are significant.

Boiler Operator – Cordova, IL

Role Overview: As a Boiler Operator – Building Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining building systems—including boiler systems, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fire safety, and HVAC—while ensuring compliance with safety codes, building regulations, and energy efficiency standards. The position is onsite at a large industrial facility and supports preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, and inspections.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Learn and become familiar with all processes associated with the plant.
• Learn and be able to operate Client (Computer Control System) for the plant.
• Learn startup, maintenance and shut down procedures for all physical plant units and utility systems.
• Responsible for operational and maintenance requirements of the physical plant equipment and utilities including but not limited to: water supply, T.O./ boiler, dryer system, reverse osmosis, CDI and other associated equipment.
• Responsible for water chemistry and the maintenance of water supply to the plant, boiler, cooling tower, reverse osmosis.
• Responsible for maintenance tasks as needed or assigned by the management staff or his designee.
• Ability to manage multiple complicated priorities/tasks.
• Perform additional duties as requested.
• Keep timely and accurate logs relevant to duties performed.
• Respond to collected data and make adjustments to optimize the equipment for which the boiler operator is responsible.
• Keep plant facilities clean.
• Responsible for notifying Supervisors of any equipment problems.
• Complete any and all tasks assigned by your Supervisor.
• Safe work practices are a condition of employment. Report any safety issues or problems to your Supervisor and Safety Coordinator immediately.
• Maintain a team environment with all other plant employees.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma; 4–5 years of related experience.
• Certifications: Universal CFC certification preferred; Boiler Operator license preferred.
• Skills: Plumbing system maintenance, electrical equipment repair, HVAC system repair, hazardous waste disposal, CMMS, Microsoft Excel/Outlook/Teams, building code compliance, basic math, organizational skills.
• Experience: Prior boiler operator experience preferred.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stoop, stand, walk, climb stairs/ladders, and lift/carry heavy loads (50 lbs or more).

Work Environment

• Location: Cordova, IL (on-site industrial facility).
• Work Type: Temporary/Full time, onsite.
• Shifts: Rotating, day to night, 12 hr shifts; physical demands are significant.