Facilities Engineer II- Nights

Position: Facilities Engineer II-Full Time Nights

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient‑first approach sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits.

The schedule for this position will be Sunday‑Thursday, 10:30 PM‑7:00 AM.

Facilities Engineer II Responsibilities

• Operate and assist in maintaining and repairing all power plant equipment with minor supervision. Monitor other engineering systems and take emergency actions as necessary.
• Operate high‑pressure boilers and related equipment, including chillers, cooling towers, domestic hot water heating system, water heating system, generators, electrical switch gear, and energy management system.
• Perform safety checks on plant equipment. Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Clean and paint equipment, piping, and associated accessories in power plant and mechanical rooms.
• Chemically analyze boiler, chiller, cooling tower and all closed‑loop systems.
• Perform chemical analysis tests and add the correct amount of chemicals to maintain prescribed balances.
• Change and dispose of chemical drums properly using safety equipment while working with chemicals. Understand the importance of chemical balance in all systems.
• Respond to plant emergencies and know location of firefighting equipment.
• Respond to service requests and perform problem assessment, troubleshooting, correction, and documentation.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and inspections in accordance with organizational and regulatory protocols, policies, and standards.
• Operate facility equipment and systems on a routine and as‑needed basis in a safe and efficient manner.
• May assist contractors/vendors with repairs, maintenance, and construction.

Qualifications Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2‑3 years relevant building maintenance experience
• Technical training in maintenance field; HVAC/R trade school certification or equivalent
• Licensed as a Stationary Engineer or the ability to obtain within one year of hire
• Valid driver’s license (must provide Driving Abstract)

Physical Demands

• Lift/carry up to 70 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds

Preferred

• Hospital or military experience
• One year training in Boiler Maintenance
• Current universal refrigerant certification

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

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Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign‑on Bonus Eligibility

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within one year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception:
New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending on the job family.

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