Power Plant Facilities Engineer II (Evening Shift)

Northwestern Medicine; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Facilities Engineer II to support the power plant and related systems in Winfield, IL. Work hours are 2pm-10:30pm with every third weekend, performing maintenance, safety checks and emergency responses to keep critical plant equipment running smoothly.

Responsibilities include operating boilers, chillers, towers, and EMS, conducting chemical analyses and preventive maintenance, and assisting contractors as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-3 years relevant building maintenance experience.
• Technical training in maintenance field; HVAC/R trade school certification or equivalent.
• Licensed as a Stationary Engineer OR the ability to obtain within 1 year of hire.
• Valid driver’s license (Driving Abstract).

Responsibilities

• Operates and assists in maintaining and repairing all power plant equipment with minor supervision.
• Monitors other engineering systems and to take emergency actions as necessary.
• Operates high pressure boilers and related equipment including chillers, cooling towers, domestic hot water, water heating, generators, switchgear and EMS.
• Performs safety checks on plant equipment and conducts repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Cleans and paints equipment, piping, and accessories in power plant and mechanical rooms.
• Chemically analyzes boiler, chiller, cooling tower and closed loop systems and adjusts chemical balances.
• Handles chemical drums safely, disposing of them properly with appropriate safety gear.
• Responds to plant emergencies and locates firefighting equipment.
• Responds to service requests with problem assessment, troubleshooting, correction, and documentation.
• Performs scheduled maintenance and inspections per policies and standards.
• Operates facility equipment and systems safely and efficiently on a routine and as-needed basis.
• May assist contractors/vendors with repairs, maintenance, and construction.

Skills

2-3 years building maintenance

Technical training

License readiness (Stationary Engineer

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

HVAC/R trade school certification

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Facilities Engineer II to support the power plant and related systems in Winfield, IL. Work hours are 2pm-10:30pm with every third weekend, performing maintenance, safety checks and emergency responses to keep critical plant equipment running smoothly.

Responsibilities include operating boilers, chillers, towers, and EMS, conducting chemical analyses and preventive maintenance, and assisting contractors as needed.