Operating Engineer-Licensed, Full Time, Days - The University of Chicago Medicine

Job Description

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as a Operating Engineer at our Hyde Park Center. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.

In this role, you will be responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of all machinery and equipment required to supply the Medical Center complex with electrical power, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, medical/laboratory air, medical/laboratory vacuum, steam and water.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintaining and keeping building utility systems in order: heating, cooling and ventilating systems, pneumatic and DDC temperature controls, medical/laboratory air, medical/laboratory vacuum, pumps, cooling towers, air filters, and central refrigeration units. Duties include identifying, diagnosing and repairing system components to ensure continued operation.
• Adjusting manual and automated controls of building systems to ensure safe and efficient operation of buildings. May operate computer Building Automation Systems (Johnson Controls, Siemens, Andover) to accomplish specific tasks related to building operations.
• Maintaining and keeping the steam distribution system and high pressure vessels (up to 180 psi pressure) within the Medical Center in order. Duties may include tightening fittings, repacking valves, replacing packing glands, gaskets, valves, recorders and gauges, cleaning and replacing burners and other components.
• Participating in building and system start-up and commissioning. Participating in capital projects and working with project managers and contractors to complete projects.
• May operate and maintain pneumatic tube systems within the Medical Center.
• May replace switches and motors to 110 volts.
• Maintaining relative pressures and air quantities in HVAC systems.
• Repairing and maintaining existing plumbing systems.
• Repairing and maintaining appliances including refrigeration and package A/C equipment.
• Working from building blueprints to determine location and layout of circuits, ducts and piping. Performing on the scene repairs or replacing components. Performings repair work in central shop.
• Using hand tools and power equipment such as drill presses, saws, threaders, and grinding wheels.
• Requisitioning materials and supplies as needed.
• Keeping work area neat, clean and safe.
• Completing required departmental paperwork in a timely and legible fashion.
• Communicating with patients, visitors, and other Hospital employees with tact and courtesy.
• Following through on all assigned duties until completion.
• Maintaining personal appearance in accordance with departmental policy on dress and uniform.
• Performing other duties assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Graduate
• Successful completion of recognized trade union apprentice program such as an Operating Engineer (IUOE-399), Pipefitter (LU-597 - controls), Sheet Metal Worker (Local 73) or equivalent trade union local bargaining unit or
• Successful completion of a recognized training program such as power plant operator (e.g., U.S. Navy, USCG), technical training school or educational programs (e.g., Certificate or AA in Stationary Engineering or HVAC/R)
• Must have and maintain a current City of Chicago Stationary Engineers License. A Stationary Engineers License from an equivalent jurisdiction is acceptable until a City of Chicago license can be obtained
• Must have a minimum 5 to 7 years of experience in power plant, facility operations, building maintenance or building automation/controls
• Must have and maintain an EPA Refrigerant License
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and communicate with others by writing
• Knowledge of use and maintenance of power and hand equipment used on the job
• Must be able to work from ladders and scaffolds
• Must be physically capable of performing the work expected in an efficient manner
• Must have knowledge of safety rules, practices and equipment.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and work with other people
• Must be capable of strenuous physical activity

Position Details

• Job Type/FTE: Full-time (1.0) ; 8-hour shifts
• Shift: Days
• Work Location: Hyde Park
• Unit/Department: Facilities / Engineering &Trades
• CBA Code: 73 SEIU
• No Visa Sponsorship Available

Why Join Us

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.

UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.