Stationary Engineer III

Advocate Health; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health's Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, IL seeks a Stationary Engineer III to oversee HVAC systems, boilers and chillers, ensuring safe, reliable operations in a complex medical environment.

The role requires a state-issued Stationary Engineer license (or relevant power engineer cert), 4+ years of experience, and strong CMMS/building automation skills. On-call schedule and weekend coverage are involved to support hospital needs.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of stationary engineering experience.
• Licensed stationary engineer or power engineer certification required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Advanced knowledge of codes/regulations for equipment and operations.
• Strong CMMS and computer skills (building automation, MS Office).

Responsibilities

• Operate HVAC equipment (boilers, chillers, pumps, towers) per SOPs.
• Maintain logs and CMMS records for startups, failures and repairs.
• Respond to alarms and optimize operation using BAS trends.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on HVAC and related systems.
• Troubleshoot complex HVAC issues and coordinate with team as needed.
• Assist with small projects and serve as a resource for peers.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

CMMS skills

Building automation

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

Technical training

Tools

CMMS

Building Automation

MS Office

Job description

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

Position: Stationary Engineer III

Location: Christ Medical Center; Oak Lawn, IL.

Registry/PRN - scheduled on-call, as needed, to help fill in for departmental gaps and needs; Weekend coverage

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.