Operating Engineer, Rotates - The University of Chicago Medicine

Job Description

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital as an Operating Engineer at our hospital in Harvey, IL. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.

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: Rotating Shift (12 hours)
• Unit/Department: Plant Operations 
• CBA Code: Local 399

Why Join Us

For nearly a century UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial has pioneered sophisticated clinical care and developed the area's most convenient network of comprehensive outpatient centers, all dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the community. Now, partnered with UChicago Medicine, we have expanded our network of expert physicians, convenient facilities and scope of service to speed your healing process and help navigate your path to wellness. A skilled Medical Staff and talented employees dedicated to prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of illness and injury provide a firm foundation for our reputation for quality. 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 Ingalls Memorial is for you. Here at Ingalls, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us!

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

UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial 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 Ingalls Memorial'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.