Assistant Chief Engineer
About The Position
The Assistant Chief Engineer is responsible for the safe and proper operation of the power plant and associated control structures. The role operates, maintains, and adjusts boilers, furnaces, engines, pumps, heat exchangers, generators, motors, chillers, cooling towers, and equipment for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and lighting, along with associated facility equipment. As the Subject Matter Expert on plant operations, the Assistant Chief Engineer ensures that the team and plant operate safely and comply with regulatory requirements. The Assistant Chief Engineer trains operators to monitor and record device data, inspect equipment, make minor repairs, perform preventative maintenance, and take responsible charge of a watch over meters, gauges, and other devices to support the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment. The role may direct daily tasks of the power plant team or shift in accordance with the Facility Supervisor/Manager to maintain plant operations and address work orders.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Stationary Engineer license for the City of Chicago.
- Five years of experience operating, maintaining, and repairing high-pressure boilers, large-tonnage chillers, facility management systems, water treatment systems, and all types of boilers, chillers, pumps, and systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local plant operations and boiler codes.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a trade or vocational program.
- Experience in healthcare.
- Experience training team members on plant operations, equipment, and applicable regulations.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safe and proper operation of the power plant and associated control structures.
- Operate, maintain, and adjust boilers, furnaces, engines, pumps, heat exchangers, generators, motors, chillers, cooling towers, and equipment for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and lighting.
- Serve as the Subject Matter Expert on plant operations and ensure safe operations and regulatory compliance.
- Train operators to monitor and record device data, inspect equipment, make minor repairs, and perform preventative maintenance.
- Take responsible charge of a watch over meters, gauges, and other devices to ensure safe and efficient plant equipment operation.
- May direct daily tasks of the power plant team or shift, in accordance with the Facility Supervisor/Manager, to maintain plant operations and address work orders.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
- Voluntary benefit options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
