Stationary Engineer jobs in Illinois

POSITION SUMMARY

The Illinois Department of Central Management Services is looking to bring aboard a Stationary Engineer who receives day-to-day assignments from Assistant Chief Stationary Engineer for Central Management Services operated facilities within the Chicago Loop and Northern Region, including the Michael A. Bilandic Building and other assigned facilities. Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to making rounds of buildings’ boiler and mechanical rooms at regular intervals, testing, and recording water used for consumption or for generating steam and hydraulic hot water, chilled water systems, and adding appropriate chemicals for proper maintenance of systems such as chilled and hot water loops and cooling towers. This position will also confer with tenant agencies to resolve problems related to building services and assist other CMS facilities in the Region with the installation, maintenance, and repair of various mechanical systems to ensure proper functioning of systems and equipment. All are encouraged to apply. 

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Under direct supervision, receives day-to-day assignments from Assistant Chief Stationary Engineer for Central Management Services (CMS) operated facilities within the Michael A. Bilandic Building (MAAB) and other Chicago North Loop facilities.
• Makes rounds of buildings’ boiler and mechanical rooms at regular intervals.
• Tests and records water used for consumption or for generating steam and hydraulic hot water, chilled water systems, and adds appropriate chemicals for proper maintenance of systems including chilled and hot water loops and cooling towers.
• Confers with tenant agencies to resolve problems related to building services.
• Assists other CMS facilities in the Region in the installation, maintenance, and repair of various mechanical systems to ensure proper functioning of systems and equipment.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of eight years of elementary school.
• Requires four years’ experience in power plant operation and in firing high-pressure and/or low-pressure stationary boilers. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prefers working knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques used in the operation of high-pressure and/or low-pressure coal, gas or oil-fired boilers and their auxiliaries. 
• Prefers elementary knowledge of the operation of electrical generating equipment. 
• Prefers working knowledge of keeping written logs of daily operations. 
• Prefers three (3) years’ professional experience following oral and/or written instructions effectively.
• Prefers three (3) years’ professional experience operating hand and power tools effectively. 
• Prefers extensive knowledge of performing repairs and maintaining equipment and machinery.
• Prefers working knowledge of handling chemicals in the maintenance of systems.
• Prefers working knowledge of reading and understanding mechanical blueprints and technical equipment manuals.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• This position requires the applicant to pass a background check.
• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.
• Requires possession of a City of Chicago Stationary Engineer License.
• Requires possession of or the ability to obtain a valid certificate as a Universal Technician under U.S.E.P.A. Section 608 Rules.
• Requires the ability to lift and move equipment/machinery up to 50 pounds (up to 100 pounds with assistance).
• Requires the ability to work from ladders, scaffolds, and heights up to 25 feet above ground.
• Requires the ability to maneuver and work in crawl spaces, work outdoors, and work from rooftops.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Requires the ability to utilize agency supplied materials/equipment (e.g., pager, cell phone, etc.).
• Requires the ability to work shifts, including weekends and holidays.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

ABOUT THE AGENCY

Central Management Services (CMS) is the operational engine working behind the scenes to enable the State’s more than 60 agencies, universities, boards, and commissions to deliver efficient, reliable services to all Illinois citizens.  The Agency’s mission is to support the State by delivering innovative, responsive, and effective services. Among the services CMS provides are human resources, facilitation; benefits programs for employees, retirees, and local governments; property and facilities management; diversity initiatives for public contracting and State employment; joint purchasing support; vehicle oversight and support; surplus property programs; print and electronic communications services; and administrative hearings coordination.

Central Management Services offers a robust benefit package including:

• • Monday-Friday work schedule (if applicable)
  • Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
  • 12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave
  • Pension plan
  • Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefit programs
  • Employees earn 12 paid sick days annually; paid vacation days (10-25 days based on years of service annually; 3 paid personal benefit days (annually)
  • Paid state holidays 13-14 annually

 If this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today!