Maintenance Engineer A (2nd Shift)

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition benefits

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Northwestern University is seeking a journeyman-level Maintenance Engineer to operate, maintain, diagnose, and repair building HVAC systems, ensuring reliability of steam, hot water, refrigeration, and air handling equipment. This on-site role requires knowledge of safety standards and ability to respond after hours.

The candidate will mentor staff, estimate job resources, and uphold department safety and service commitments while supporting 24/7 coverage and union regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited HVAC service technician apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Five years journeyman field experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, diagnose, repair HVAC and related systems including steam/hot water, refrigeration, and air handling equipment.
• Estimate time, materials, and equipment for jobs; document parts used.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to coworkers; support 24/7 coverage as needed.
• Perform duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Journeyman level

HVAC systems

Safety regulations

Electrical knowledge

Education

High School diploma

HVAC apprenticeship

Tools

JCI Metasys

Tridium

Siemens frontends

CMMS systems

PeopleSoft

Job description

Department: Facilities Mgmt CH

Salary/Grade: 399/S3

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Under direction, performs journey-level work and is proficient within the building maintenance engineer trade. Operates, maintains, repairs, and replaces building infrastructure related equipment including, but not limited to, air conditioning, refrigeration, heating, plumbing, temperature controls and instrumentation. Provides limited oversight and direction to Maintenance Engineer B and Maintenance Engineer Helper staff.

The role will support the department's mission and values by exhibiting the following: inclusiveness, respect, initiative, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. The incumbent will strive to provide excellent service when performing job responsibilities and will practice safe work procedures, and follow safety rules at all times.

Please note: Must be a member of Operating Engineers Local 399, or join after a 90-day probationary period. Physical ability to lift and maneuver heavy weights, climb and descend ladders, and work in hot, cold, cramped and confined quarters. Ability to work safely and at heights on ladders, lifts and scaffolding. Dexterity necessary for the use of tools and manipulation of materials. Must be available and capable of responding to irregularities during evenings and weekends ensuring 24 hour, 7 day per week coverage.

Shift: Tuesday-Saturday 3P-11P

Specific Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains, diagnoses, repairs and replaces heating (steam and/or hot water), process, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment, ventilation systems with associated components and hardware, utility distribution systems, and pneumatic piping/control systems; associated pumps, valves, and reverse osmosis and deionized water systems, fire protection systems and equipment;
• Estimates time, materials, and equipment required for assigned jobs; maintains records of work performed and parts used;
• Mentors and provides technical guidance to coworkers;
• Other duties as assigned;
• Must be available and capable of responding to irregularities during evenings and weekends ensuring 24 hour, 7 day per week coverage.

Miscellaneous

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent combination of educational training and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired;
• Completion of an accredited plumbing or HVAC service technician apprenticeship program, or the equivalent education, training, and field experience;
• Five years field experience working at journeyman level
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and regulations including OSHA, BOCA, NFPA, local municipality regulations, and state and local plumbing codes;
• Must be a member of Operating Engineers Local 399 or join after 90-day probationary period;
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license recognized by the State of Illinois, provide own reliable transportation and purchase a University parking permit (as required).

Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

• General knowledge of steam and refrigeration cycles and their application in typical building systems;
• Working knowledge of machinery bearings, rotating machinery, bearing replacement and shaft alignment;
• Knowledge of the tools, instruments, methods and standard trade/safety practices;
• Ability to perform calculations applicable to field of experience;
• Working knowledge of the function and safe working practices related to associated electrical systems, such as motors, relays, VFD's, MCC's;
• General knowledge of building systems and equipment such as steam or hot water boilers, centrifugal chillers, refrigeration units, cooling towers, air handling units, pumps, VAV boxes, fume hoods, chilled beams, heat recovery chillers, heat recovery wheels, domestic water booster pumps, fire protection systems, and water treatment systems, with thorough proficiency and knowledge in at least one system type
• Receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement;
• Helpful, respectful, approachable and team oriented;
• Ability to build strong working relationships and a positive work environment;
• Seeks to build collaboration by encouraging trust, mutual respect and shared purpose;
• Balances listening and talking, speaks and writes clearly and accurately, keeps others informed;
• Integrates health and safety precautions into daily activities;
• Works effectively in an environment in which the parameters or priorities may change daily; adjusts behavior to meet the needs of different people and situations;
• Knowledge of JCI Metasys, Tridium, Siemens and ALC frontends;
• Thorough understanding of how to troubleshoot mechanical/HVAC/Plumbing systems;
• Successfully uses multiple software program independently. Software may include Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook, CMMS systems, and Peoplesoft;
• Proficiency with mobile devices including iOS.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7 years of HVAC maintenance and operation experience;
• EPA Universal Certification and five years' experience with refrigeration;
• Training and/or developmental experience equivalent to full apprenticeship in pipefitting or welding;
• Experience working in cold rooms and scientific laboratory facilities;
• Experience working in a higher education environment;
• City of Chicago stationary engineer's license

Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

• Facilitates open and effective communication, cooperation and teamwork within and outside of one's own team;
• Plans ahead, manages time well and arrives on time;
• Recommends improvements and opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce costs;
• Exceptional customer relationship skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships in a diverse environment;
• Analytical skills including critical thinking, decision making, trouble shooting and problem solving, reading and interpreting technical drawings;
• Achieves a standard of excellence with work processes and outcomes, honoring University and Department policies and all regulatory requirements.

Target hiring pay for this position will be $55.63 per hour as determined by the Local 399 CBA. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data

Benefits

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parentalleave;tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Work-Life and Wellness

Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.

We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

Professional Growth & Development

Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.