Onsite Plant Operator: Steam & Boiler Systems

Energy Systems Group (ESG)

North Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 61,000

Full time

2 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement
Health insurance
Life insurance
401(k) plan
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Parental leave
Competitive salary

Job summary

Energy Systems Group (ESG) is seeking a Plant Operator for our North Chicago facility. This role requires operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plant equipment and systems on a 12-hour rotating shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

You will work with PLC systems, perform preventive maintenance, and support safety programs while coordinating with facilities teams. Onsite work ensures close collaboration with a busy Operations Services group.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • 3–6 years of related experience.
  • 4th Class Power Engineer NIULPE License or higher (required within 18 months).

Responsibilities

  • Operate, maintain, and repair plant equipment and systems.
  • Operate PLC equipment and perform start-up activities; troubleshoot as needed.
  • Conduct preventive maintenance to keep equipment in good condition.
  • Maintain maintenance/work order procedures and communicate issues clearly.
  • Interact with customers as needed and support long-term performance tracking.

Skills

PLC operation
Troubleshooting
Electrical systems
Maintenance planning
Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED
4th Class Power Engineer NIULPE License Certification or higher

Tools

PLC software
SCADA

Job description

Energy Systems Group (ESG) is seeking a Plant Operator for our North Chicago facility. This role requires operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plant equipment and systems on a 12-hour rotating shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

You will work with PLC systems, perform preventive maintenance, and support safety programs while coordinating with facilities teams. Onsite work ensures close collaboration with a busy Operations Services group.

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