Description
Join the hospital trusted by Chicago's Southland, Ingalls Memorial Hospital, in this role as an Operating Engineer for our Plant Operations Department.
Under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager, the Operating Engineer performs daily building maintenance duties including, but not limited to inspection, operation, repair and maintenance of heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, steam and hot water systems and equipment; meets productivity standards; and performs other duties inherent in the job. Knows, follows and actively supports the philosophy, mission and Vision of Ingalls Hospital. The Operating Engineer adheres to all hospital policies, procedures, and standards of care. Observes and adheres to all corporate compliance requirements and communicates issues as they arise to the appropriate parties as identified in the Corporate Compliance Plan. The position may work rotating weekends and rotating holidays.
Required Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Successful completion of a recognized apprentice program, 6 to 12 months of post high school education in refrigeration, air conditioning & heating, or equivalent progressive experience in building repair & maintenance is required.
- Working knowledge of high-pressure boilers is required and can be obtained through formal training or one year of suitable experience. A current City of Chicago or State of Illinois stationary engineer license is necessary to operator high pressure vessels.
- Must be able to operate high pressure boilers, operate the Building Automation Center and maintain the pneumatic and HVAC/R systems of the hospital.
- The physical demand level of strenuous activity includes a high degree of physical effort consisting of lifting in excess of 80 pounds; pulling and pushing up to, and in excess of 150 pounds of force; with a high range of climbing, bending and stooping in order to complete repair/job. Must be able to work from ladders and scaffolds. Must be able and willing to work in inclement weather. Inability to perform the physical requirements of this position would pose a significant, if not direct, threat to the operations of the department.
Position Details
- Job Type/FTE: 1.00FTE
- Shift: Days - Harvey
- Unit/Department: Plant Operations
- CBA Code: Local 399
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