Building Engineer

Why Us

For over 100 years, West Suburban Medical Center has supported generations of families in the Oak Park and surrounding areas. Our kind, caring hospital staff have a passion to heal and make a difference in our community. We understand that our employees are the heart of our facility. If you are looking for a family atmosphere, a company committed to professional growth and a culture that embraces our five core values of Quality. Innovation. Service. Integrity. Transparency.

We offer a competitive benefits package including competitive salary, 401(k) savings plan, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time-off program, Tuition reimbursement, etc.

JOB SUMMARY
Installs, maintains and repairs equipment and building systems in accordance with manufacturers specifications, hospital policy and all applicable codes.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma, or equivalent, or Trade School

Licensed by the City of Chicago as a Stationary Engineer

Refrigeration Certification Type 1, 2, or Universal to enable employee to work on various A/C Systems helpful but not required

General knowledge of at least two other trades (Pipe fitting, Plumbing, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning)

Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics, this requirement will be essential in the installation, operation and repair of various equipment that the Building Engineer will be required to work on

Familiar with repair, operation, and installation of Pneumatic Systems

Must be in good physical condition as this position requires walking, climbing ladders, and carrying equipment and tools, working in confined spaces, working with chemicals and treatments for Boiler System water

JOB DUTIES
• (* denotes 'essential function')*

Demonstrates the WMH Customer Service Values, which are key in providing quality service to patients and customers. *Operates, maintains, repairs & installs all equipment as assigned in accordance with guidelines, building codes and departmental policies
• Completes all preventive maintenance assigned within the guidelines of departmental policies.
• Keeps all logs, records and other reports as assigned on the building and up to date data for H.V.A.C. Systems and components of these systems.
• Responds to all calls given in a timely manner by completing the request or communicating with the requestor conditions causing a delay.
• Keeps all assigned areas neat clean and in good repair at all times.
• Be observant and communicate to Department Management any situation that needs attention or could be changed that would improve operation of Building Systems

West Suburban Medical Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.