Utility Systems Operator - Sterling Engineering, Inc.
North Chicago, IL 60064
About the Job
Title: Utility Systems Operator
Location: North Chicago, IL
Hire Type: Contract-to-hire, Onsite
Target Pay Rate: $28.00 - $35.00/hour (W2 with full benefits + overtime)
Overview:
Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.
As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Job Summary:
Operates and maintains all utilities equipment and systems independently under the general supervision of the utilities group leader or utilities manager. Routinely performs and/or directs all patrol and control operator duties of the utility trainee and/or utility operator. Performs both control and patrol operator duties in rotational assignments. Specific tasks performed include all duties of the utility trainee and utility operator.
Job Duties:
- Oversee the equipment operation needed to maintain utility requirements. This includes the operation of boilers, turbines, chillers, compressors, distillation units, gauges and controls, pumps, fans, and more.
- They maintain the sanitary effluent sample stations and obtains samples for Corporate Environmental Control and North Shore Sanitary District.
- The operator oversees the Distributed Control System and makes observations to detect any equipment problems and acts to correct those problems.
- Adjusts controls to respond to requested levels, setpoints, and parameters needed.
- Inspects electrical distribution centers and machine rooms for fire, flooding, or other abnormal conditions.
- Obtains samples and conducts chemistry analyses on boiler water, tower water, condensate, potable and service water, and makes the necessary adjustments.
- Serves as the primary contact for afterhours emergencies and contacts appropriate on or off-site personnel to facilitate repairs.
- Assumes leadership role in responding to utilities emergencies.
- Able to comprehend and utilize complex manuals, drawings, etc. related to the installation/modification/maintenance of equipment and/or systems.
- Mechanical and machine component utility systems troubleshooting.
- Follow all plant and department procedures, GMPs, JSAs and general plant safety rules.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required.
- Minimum 2 years of experience operating and monitoring facility utilities (e.g., boilers, chillers, pumps, compressors, etc.).
- Basic understanding of mechanical systems and equipment, including but not limited to pumps, valves, piping, etc.
- Ability to troubleshoot and determine the cause of improper machine operation and make necessary adjustments and repairs to return to proper operation.
- Ability to perform well with minimal supervision and work well with others.
- Willingness to be shift flexible.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Source : Sterling Engineering, Inc.