Engineer AMG

Advocate Aurora Health • Oak Brook, IL

233d • $30 - $45

About The Position

The Engineer AMG position involves operating and maintaining stationary engines and mechanical equipment such as steam engines, boilers, air compressors, generators, motors, medical gas equipment, and other auxiliary equipment to provide utility services for a healthy and safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This is a mobile position requiring a valid state of Illinois driver's license, as the role includes driving throughout the workday to multiple Advocate Health locations throughout South Chicago. The position operates on a daytime shift from Monday to Friday, with periodic weekend project work.

Requirements

• 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).
• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of technical training.
• 2-4 Years of Stationary Engineering experience.
• Moderate knowledge of applicable codes/regulations pertaining to assigned equipment and operations.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g., software relating to CMMS, building automation, and Microsoft Office).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

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.
• 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).
• Utilizes Building Automation Systems (BAS) for monitoring and controlling HVAC equipment, responding to alarms in a timely manner.
• Performs preventive maintenance on HVAC and other equipment as assigned per established procedures.
• Troubleshoots issues with HVAC equipment and executes repairs or installations with minimal impact to the hospital and patient care.
• Responds to building occupant complaints in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintains current daily logs, preventive maintenance records and equipment repair files to comply with local, state and federal regulatory requirements.
• Performs routine general maintenance including painting, plumbing, carpentry, equipment testing and repair, ventilation, lighting, electrical, groundskeeping and snow removal.
• Provides timely and proper response to assigned service calls, work orders and preventative maintenance.
• Reads blueprints and maintenance manuals to gain knowledge needed to complete assignments.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree