Engineer/HVAC Technician

Advocate Aurora Health
US - Illinois - Downers Grove
December 27, 2024

Department:

11917 Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital - Facilities

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

20

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

This position will be Part-Time 2-3 shifts per week. Shifts will vary depending on coverage needed.

It's More Than a Job, It's a Calling!Position: Engineer / HVAC TechnicianLocation: Good Samaritan hospital; Downers Grove, IL.Part Time, 0.5 status - working 20 hours a weekWorking 2-3 shifts per week; shift may vary on shift as department needs.

The Maintenance Engineer performs a variety of specialized electrical, mechanical-HVAC and clinical repairs. Each individual possesses a specific expertise in at least one of the tradecrafts with a working knowledge in other pertinent areas.

Major Responsibilities:

General maintenance activities for all AMG buildings and practice sites.
- Performs electrical tasks including installation of conduit, wire, fixtures, junction boxes, replacement of bulbs, ballasts, diffusers, switches, plugs, receptacles, and cover plates. Perform troubleshooting and repair to motor controls, electrical distribution systems and fire alarm equipment.
- Replaces floor, wall, and ceiling tiles. Ability to install new ceiling grid systems as well as new floor installations.
- Performs major plumbing repairs, i.e., replacement of sinks, commodes, clearing of blocked drains and replacement of piping, ejector pumps, sump pumps, etc. Knowledge of shutoff valve location for water, (heating & domestic) sprinkler, vacuum, oxygen and medical air systems. Installs plumbing systems. Perform repair, installation and maintenance to sprinkler systems.
- Operates power tools, i.e., electric drill, drill press, sander, saws, rodders, hoists, material handling equipment, cleaning equipment, grinder, pipe threaders, cutters, and benders.
- Utilizes hand tools proficiently.
- Responds and remedy heating and cooling requests. Adjust control devices as needed. Knowledge of boiler and chiller operations. Ability to repair HVAC controls.
- Performs a variety of cleanup tasks according to directions i.e., sweep and mop floors, dust and wipe, empty trash, organize, inventory, and requisition equipment and supplies.
- Installs general equipment i.e., bulletin boards, shelving, BP apparatus, pictures, soap dispensers
- Performs major repair to clinical equipment i.e., exam tables, carts, wheelchairs, cleaning equipment, etc.
Moving/relocation duties
- moves/relocates practice sites and offices including clinical equipment, furniture and boxes
Timely response to emergency requests for service
- Assists and coordinates with outside vendors in restoring electrical, HVAC, and plumbing emergencies.
- Participates in snow and ice removal ensuring the safety of patients and associates
- Performs emergency repairs on site as needed
Coordination of work activities with requesting entities
- Maintains positive working relationship with all sites of care
Documentation of work activities
- Maintains accurate records of routine service, preventive maintenance and special projects

Education/Experience Required:

High school graduate or equivalent
Plus training required for stationary engineers license.
Three years of experience working with boilers, pumps, H.V.A.C. systems and associated equipment in a large institution or major facility or equivalent education.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Skilled in the proper use of power tools and test equipment Specifics in one trade General knowledge of maintenance, repairs, installations and procedures
Current City of Chicago, City of Elgin or National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers (NIULPE) stationary engineers license. Current State of Illinois driver's license.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Ability to travel. Ability to walk, climb, push, pull, bend, and reach. May be exposed to hazardous materials and toxic substances. Ability to work in extreme cold or hot working conditions and confined spaces. Ability to work on electrical circuits up to 220 VAC. Ability to work rotating shifts and day of the week including holidays.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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Engineer/HVAC Technician

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