Facilities Engineer: HVAC, MEP & Life-Safety (Union Local399)

Columbia College Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (union)

Vacation and personal days

401(k) plan with loan option

Educational training fund

Job summary

Columbia College Chicago is seeking an Operating Engineer to operate and maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems in a dynamic campus environment.

The role requires troubleshooting, building controls, and coordination with vendors. Union position with hourly rate around $51.54; full-time, on-site in Chicago, with on-call duties and preventive maintenance responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and two years trade school education in heating and ventilating equipment and plumbing.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as an L399 Apprentice or 2 years' experience as a L399 Engineer.
• Knowledge of Chicago Building Code, NFPA, ASHRAE, OSHA a plus.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain heating and cooling equipment, steam and hot water boilers, air handling systems, cooling tower/chillers and related equipment.
• Operate and troubleshoot life safety systems including fire alarm, sprinkler, generators, transfer switches, pre-action/deluge, and emergency systems.
• Perform all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing MEP repairs and installations.
• Respond to emergency notifications and on-call rotations as required.
• Review and update work order tickets in the 360 FAMIS system.
• Perform building rounds for safety and code compliance.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma & trade school in HVAC

Tools

Honeywell BAS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Columbia College Chicago is seeking an Operating Engineer to operate and maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems in a dynamic campus environment.

The role requires troubleshooting, building controls, and coordination with vendors. Union position with hourly rate around $51.54; full-time, on-site in Chicago, with on-call duties and preventive maintenance responsibilities.