Stationary Engineer III

Advocate Health Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care is seeking a Stationary Engineer III at Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, IL. This full-time role on the third shift runs Sunday through Thursday, 10pm-6am, with on-site responsibilities.

You will operate HVAC systems, maintain logs, use CMMS and BAS to optimize performance, and perform preventive maintenance and repairs to ensure safe, compliant facility operations that support patient care.

Qualifications

• Advanced cert/licensure preferred per city/state requirements.
• 4+ years of stationary engineering experience required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, boilers, chillers and building systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate HVAC equipment per SOPs with minimal guidance.
• Maintain records in CMMS and logbooks for compliance.
• Respond to alarms and optimize BAS for performance.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on facility systems.
• Read blueprints and support small projects.

Skills

Stationary Engineering

HVAC systems

CMMS

Building Automation

Microsoft Office

Education

Advanced training beyond High School

Tools

CMMS

Building Automation

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position: Stationary Engineer III

Location: Illinois Masonic Medical Center; Chicago, IL. - Northside neighborhood

Full Time; 3rd shift

~Sunday-Thursday, 10pm-6am

• Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures.
• Operates all campus heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment including boilers, steam absorption and centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, fans, pumps and systems in a manner that optimizes efficiency, safety, and occupant comfort per department policies and procedures with minimal to no guidance/assistance.
• Maintains accurate records and reports on all equipment startup, failures, problems, work in progress and completed work through logbooks and computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) with minimal to no guidance/assistance.
• Advanced level of skill to utilize BAS as a tool for both monitoring and controlling HVAC equipment. Responds to alarms in a timely and correct manner. Optimizes operation using trending reports as appropriate.
• Advanced level of skill to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC and other equipment as assigned per established procedures including inspection, cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, testing, flushing, minor repairs, rebuilding and replacing parts/components to ensure that systems remain within the established operating parameters.
• Advanced level of skill to troubleshoot complex issues with HVAC equipment determine the root cause in a timely manner. Executes repairs or installations with minimal impact to the hospital and patient care. Appropriately requests assistance as warranted by the situation.
• Intermediate knowledge of medical gas systems.
• Responds to building occupant complaints in a timely and professional manner and takes appropriate corrective action. Keeps requester appraised of the status of corrective action.
• Maintains current daily logs, preventive maintenance records and equipment repair files to comply with local, state and federal regulatory requirements with minimal to no direction.
• Performs routine general maintenance including painting, plumbing, carpentry, equipment testing and repair, ventilation, lighting, electrical, groundskeeping and snow removal. Performs repairs on a large variety of facility systems such as mechanical, electrical, building systems and other critical systems with minimal to no guidance/assistance Provides timely and proper response to assigned service calls, work orders and preventative maintenance to maintain a safe and efficient environment. Documents all tasks and work time on the CMMS.
• Reads blueprints and maintenance manuals to gain knowledge needed to complete assignments
• Helps facilitate small projects.
• Acts as an informal resource for peers with less experience.

It's More Than a Job, It's a Calling!

Position: Stationary Engineer III

Location: Illinois Masonic Medical Center; Chicago, IL. - Northside neighborhood

Full Time; 3rd shift

~Sunday-Thursday, 10pm-6am

Major Responsibilities

• Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures.
• Operates all campus heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment including boilers, steam absorption and centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, fans, pumps and systems in a manner that optimizes efficiency, safety, and occupant comfort per department policies and procedures with minimal to no guidance/assistance.
• Maintains accurate records and reports on all equipment startup, failures, problems, work in progress and completed work through logbooks and computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) with minimal to no guidance/assistance.
• Advanced level of skill to utilize BAS as a tool for both monitoring and controlling HVAC equipment. Responds to alarms in a timely and correct manner. Optimizes operation using trending reports as appropriate.
• Advanced level of skill to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC and other equipment as assigned per established procedures including inspection, cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, testing, flushing, minor repairs, rebuilding and replacing parts/components to ensure that systems remain within the established operating parameters.
• Advanced level of skill to troubleshoot complex issues with HVAC equipment determine the root cause in a timely manner. Executes repairs or installations with minimal impact to the hospital and patient care. Appropriately requests assistance as warranted by the situation.
• Intermediate knowledge of medical gas systems.
• Responds to building occupant complaints in a timely and professional manner and takes appropriate corrective action. Keeps requester appraised of the status of corrective action.
• Maintains current daily logs, preventive maintenance records and equipment repair files to comply with local, state and federal regulatory requirements with minimal to no direction.
• Performs routine general maintenance including painting, plumbing, carpentry, equipment testing and repair, ventilation, lighting, electrical, groundskeeping and snow removal. Performs repairs on a large variety of facility systems such as mechanical, electrical, building systems and other critical systems with minimal to no guidance/assistance Provides timely and proper response to assigned service calls, work orders and preventative maintenance to maintain a safe and efficient environment. Documents all tasks and work time on the CMMS.
• Reads blueprints and maintenance manuals to gain knowledge needed to complete assignments
• Helps facilitate small projects.
• Acts as an informal resource for peers with less experience.

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

• Stationary Engineer license from the municipality of work location or Power Engineer certification (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 5th Class) from either the National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers (NIULPE) or the American Society of Power Engineers (ASOPE). Equivalent certifications from federal organizations such as the United States Navy will also be considered.
• Valid Driver's License

Education Required

• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of technical training.

Experience Required

• 4 or more Years of Stationary Engineering Experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Advanced knowledge of applicable codes/regulations pertaining to assigned equipment and operations
• Advanced computer skills (e.g., CMMS, building automation, and Microsoft Office)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, crawl, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead, lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest-level, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to push/pull with 50 lbs. of force.
• Exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards and therefore knowledge of safety precautions.
• Position requires travel. May be exposed to road/weather hazards.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.