Stationary Engineer II 2nd Shift

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Stationary Engineer II

Good Shepherd Hospital;
Barrington, IL.

Full Time; 2nd Shift (Will train on 1st shift then move to 2nd).

• 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 moderate level of guidance/assistance.
• Maintains accurate records and reports on all equipment startup, failures, problems, work in progress, and completed work through logbooks and a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) with moderate level of guidance/assistance.
• Utilizes 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.
• Performs preventive maintenance on HVAC and other equipment per established procedures, including inspection, cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, testing, flushing, minor repairs, rebuilding, and replacing parts/components to keep systems within operating parameters.
• Troubleshoots HVAC equipment issues, determines root cause promptly, and executes repairs or installations with minimal impact on hospital and patient care; requests assistance as warranted.
• Responds to building occupant complaints promptly and professionally, takes corrective action, and keeps requesters apprised of status.
• Maintains current daily logs, preventive maintenance records, and equipment repair files to comply with local, state and federal regulatory requirements.
• Performs routine general maintenance—painting, plumbing, carpentry, equipment testing and repair, ventilation, lighting, electrical, groundskeeping, snow removal—and repairs a variety of facility systems with moderate guidance/supervision.
• Provides timely and proper response to assigned service calls, work orders and preventive maintenance to maintain a safe and efficient environment; documents all tasks and work time on the CMMS.
• Reads blueprints and maintenance manuals to gain required knowledge for assignments.

• Stationary Engineer license from the municipality of the work location or Power Engineer certification (1st–5th Class) from NIULPE or ASOPE. Equivalent federal certifications (e.g., U.S. Navy) will also be considered.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Advanced training beyond high school, including completion of technical training.

2–4 years of Stationary Engineering experience.

• Moderate knowledge of applicable codes/regulations for assigned equipment and operations.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g., CMMS, building automation, Microsoft Office).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, crawl, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Must lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead, up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest level, and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.
• Must push/pull with 50 lbs. of force.
• Exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards; must understand safety precautions.
• Position requires travel and potential exposure to road and 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.