Stationary Engineer

We are pleased to offer the opportunity to work as a Stationary Engineer for the DuPage County Facilities Management Department.

***The posting will only consider internal candidates within the same job classification from 8/27/25 - 9/01/25. Starting 9/02/25, external applicants that qualify for the position will also be considered.***

This position is assigned to the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 399 BARGAINING UNIT POSITION

The salary for this position is $86,700 plus a $1.25 per hour shift differential for all shifts scheduled to begin work between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. and/or a $1.25 per hour shift differential for any employee scheduled to work the 48 hours between 12:00 a.m. (midnight) on Saturday morning and 11:59 p.m. on Sunday evening.

This position is eligible for our complete benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement, pre-paid legal and credit union. As a team member at DuPage County, you will also have access to time off with pay on Designated Holidays or holiday pay if required to work, Vacation time, Sick time, Comp time, and Personal days.

To learn more about the cost and coverage of the benefits plan, visit Employees Benefit Information

For detailed information on paid time off, visit:
Local 399 International Union of Operating Engineers

DuPage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities include:

• Operate, maintain and repair all Power Plant, tunnel, and County owned or leased facilities, and related equipment (e.g., high temperature and high pressure hot water generators, high and low pressure steam boilers, centrifugal and absorption chillers, air conditioning units, high voltage electrical distribution and emergency electric power generators, air compressors, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, pumping systems, air handlers, vacuum and circulating pumps, hot water systems, circulating and ventilating fans, water softeners, steam traps, and other mechanical, steam, pneumatically or electrically powered equipment).
• Perform power plant stationary engineer duties as required.
• Provide preventive maintenance, repair, and installation of HVAC equipment for a County facility or group of facilities.
• Respond to facilities’ occupant environmental requests.
• Check equipment operation for proper functioning.
• Maintain records of work performed.
• Maintain inventory and recommend ordering of stock and materials.
• Read gauges and manipulate valves to control water levels and pressures in boilers and vessels.
• Draw water samples, test, and adjust chemical feeds accordingly.
• Conduct hydrostatic pressure tests to ensure sealed gaskets.
• Pack valves, change filters and oil, grease pumps, motors, bearings, and valve stems.
• Perform scheduled rounds and record readings for safe and efficient operation.
• Notify staff of emergencies.
• Complete scheduled maintenance and emergency work orders.
• Install, maintain, and repair equipment that controls other equipment (e.g., thermostats, controllers, safety devices).
• Move supplies to designated storage areas.
• Assist other trades as needed.
• Maintain and repair HVAC mechanical equipment.
• Participate in rotating or as-needed power plant assignments.

Requirements include:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Four (4) years’ experience as a licensed Stationary Engineer or equivalent.
• Licensed as a registered Stationary Engineer by the City of Chicago or equivalent.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license.

A post-offer physical and pre-employment background check are required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Heavy work: exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently or constantly.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work near moving parts, in confined spaces, with fumes, chemicals, and potential hazards such as high temperature water/steam, refrigerant, etc.