Stationary Engineer / Boiler Operator

LogZone • Chicago, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

LOGZONE is a premier Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB), and a Veterans Administration-Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned (SDVOSB) firm. Since 2007, LOGZONE has provided services in Logistics and Material Management, Facilities Operations and Maintenance, Integrated Logistics Support and Planning, and Medical Support. We strive to provide quality support services throughout the project life cycle. Our ability to remain a responsive resource to our customers and partner companies has allowed us to earn their trust and build positive relationships through performance. We are looking for qualified candidates with the same vision to succeed! This role operates and maintains high‑pressure boilers, steam systems, chillers, HVAC equipment, and mechanical infrastructure across a 24/7 medical campus. Ensures safe, reliable plant performance in accordance with VA, ASME, NFPA, OSHA, and VHA Directive 1810 requirements.

Requirements

• Valid City of Chicago Stationary Engineer License. Please include a copy with your submitted resume.
• Minimum 3 years' experience with high‑pressure boilers and large‑scale HVAC systems.
• Lift 50–75 lbs
• Work at heights, in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures.
• Wear PPE including respirators, hearing protection, eye protection, and steel‑toe boots.
• Ability to distinguish alarms, colors, and read gauges accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain high‑pressure boilers (light‑off, warm‑up, shutdown, fuel switching, safety device testing).
• Record hourly plant readings: pressures, temperatures, fuel flow, steam flow, condensate return, and equipment performance.
• Maintain boiler and cooling tower water chemistry; perform blowdowns and mud drum maintenance.
• Start, stop, and adjust HVAC, chilled water, and heating systems to maintain environmental conditions.
• Conduct daily rounds of mechanical rooms, AHUs, chillers, exhaust systems, penthouses, and critical care areas.
• Perform routine maintenance (filters, belts, lubrication, strainers) and minor repairs (valves, piping up to 6", motors up to 100 HP).
• Respond to alarms and emergencies: low water, loss of feedwater/condensate, power loss, CO/combustible alarms, safety shutdowns.
• Document all shift activities, equipment issues, safety device failures, and turnover notes.
• Coordinate with VA Boiler Plant Supervisor and follow all safety, reporting, and operational procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed