OPERATING ENGINNER I

Location: STROGER Hospital

Shift time: 2pm-10pm 

Job Summary                                                                                   Union – Local 399 (International Union of Operating Engineers)

Under the supervision of the Operating Engineer III and the Operating Engineer II, assists in the operations, monitoring, and maintenance of buildings, and power plant mechanical and operating systems.  These systems include heating, ventilation, air conditioning, water pumping, refrigeration, life safety, security, building automation, and energy conservation to supply heat, light, and electrical power for hospitals, residential institutions, and other County facilities.  Supervises Mechanical Assistants, Firemen, Fireman Helper, Boiler Washer and other staff as directed. 

Typical Duties

• Assists in operations, maintenance, and regulations of the mechanical and operating systems for the building and power plant.  These systems include heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and all related controlling equipment.

• Repairs equipment to completion to ensure operational efficiency.

• Directs Mechanical Assistants, Firemen, Firemen Helpers, and Boiler Washers, in the performance of operating preventative maintenance duties.

• Monitors and read the operation performances of equipment by means of maters, gauges, charts, and computers at specific intervals during the assigned shift to determine whether equipment is functioning properly for County facilities. Maintains a log pertaining to recorded readings of controlling and regulating equipment.

• Obtains approval to make necessary adjustments of equipment to satisfy the demands of the respective facility for efficiency and safety of operations.

• Assists in maintaining energy conservation program for assigned facility by regulating electrical, pneumatic, and other automation control devices.

• Assists in life safety and emergency situations (i.e. fire, bomb, internal and external disasters) per facility policy disaster plan in accordance with 24 hour call back for any emergency.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the Operating Engineer III and the Operating Engineer II

Minimum Qualifications

• Successful completion of an approved and recognized apprenticeship program pursuant to attaining Journeyman status as an Operating Engineer
• Current and valid Stationary Engineer’s License issued by the City of Chicago (Must present two weeks prior to start date).
• Possession of a valid CFC (Chlorofluorocarbon) card.  (Must present two weeks prior to start date).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of commercial and industrial heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of commercial and industrial electrical, plumbing, and steam-fitting systems.
• Skill in locating and identifying equipment maintenance problems, making emergency repairs and taking corrective action.

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and blue prints.
• Ability to supervise Mechanical Assistants, Firemen, Firemen Helpers, Boilers Washer and other staff as directed.
• Occasionally requires various types of physical exertion, including, but not limited to lifting, pulling, pushing, and moving objects of moderate to heavy weight.

Physical and Environmental Demands

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment.  The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements.  This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures:  complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.

For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

• To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
•   Meet   the minimum qualifications for the position.
•  Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
•  Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing.  Please note:  If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date.  Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status.  Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable

A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW

*Degrees awarded outside the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.

*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

*CCH is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER