Hourly Pay Range:
$35.16 - $54.50 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
Position Highlights:
Stationary Engineer
Location: Northwest Community Hospital - Arlington Heights, IL
Full Time, 40 hours/week
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 11:00pm - 7:30am
What you will do:
Operates, adjusts, and maintains power plant and various auxiliary equipment such as boilers, chillers, electric generators, pumps, air handlers, pneumatic tube transport, and related devices and systems in accordance with time schedules and load demands. Observes gauges and meters to determine operating condition of equipment. Records operating and maintenance data such as hours of operation, pressure, temperature, energy production, and fuel consumption.
Operates the Building Automation System, Fire Alarm System, Cogeneration System, and other computer controlled automated systems which control building functions. Visually inspects equipment during plant rounds including: boilers for proper flame, water level, pressure, and possible tube leaks; tank supply and oil service pumps for proper pressure and temperatures; fuel piping to and from boilers and generators including valves, traps, and regulators; air handler discharge temperature and static pressure. Performs chemical tests on closed loop systems (boiler, chiller, and condenser water) and records data.
Responds to all calls related to building temperature, humidity, or service e.g. heating and cooling, medical gas alarms, air pressure, steam pressure, etc. Researches situation, troubleshoots problem, and responds appropriately to resolve any problems. Performs standing rounds of mechanical equipment areas. Observes gauges and meters to determine operating condition of equipment.
Repairs, adjusts, and maintains the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, support equipment, and other utility equipment. Disassembles equipment/machinery to remove damaged or worn parts. Inspects parts to determine the need for repair or replacement. Reassembles equipment/machinery following equipment/specs to ensure proper functioning. Performs functional checkout of equipment/system to ensure its proper operation following the repair.
Performs routine maintenance on equipment/machinery to prevent downtime; including HVAC equipment, support equipment, and other utility equipment. Utilizes tools to verify proper operation. Inspects for wear, sounds, etc. that could indicate need for repair. Replaces worn out or consumed parts, degreases lubricates, checks alignment, tension, and efficiency. Vacuums, sweeps, and cleans equipment to ensure proper ventilation to equipment and provide early indications of wear or leaks.
Responds to emergency situations such as fire, floods, or loss of utility. Performs immediate corrective action to alleviate the problem. Communicates with emergency personnel e.g. fire department, police department, public works department, and nursing administrator in response to emergency. Documents corrective action in engineering shift log.
Maintains engineering equipment areas, including cleaning, light bulb changes, painting, minor equipment adjustments, filter changes, and various other tasks. Assists maintenance and environmental personal on night shifts and weekends as necessary.
Assists with campus snow removal.
Adheres to all Northwest Community Hospital standards, policies, and procedures.
What you will need:
Education High School Diploma or GED
Certification Stationary Engineer’s License (Chicago or Elgin) within 6 months of start date into position.
A valid driver’s license is required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an offsite location.
Experience Minimum of 2 yrs. experience performing the duties of a Stationary Engineer.
Unique or Preferred Skills Additional knowledge in two of the following areas: HVAC systems, water chemistry, pumps, refrigeration, electricity, and boiler combustion.
Benefits (For full time or part time positions):
Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking
Wellness Program Savings Plan
Health Savings Account Options
Retirement Options with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Community Involvement Opportunities
Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org
When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.
Please explore our website ( www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.
Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.
At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.
EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

NorthShore University HealthSystem, Swedish Hospital, Northwest Community Healthcare and Edward-Elmhurst Health are now united under one name: Endeavor Health.
Together, we’re driven by our mission to help everyone in our communities be their best and our commitment to setting a new standard for healthcare by delivering a truly personal patient experience combined with convenient access to pioneering, world-class care. We are proud to be Illinois’ third-largest health system with more than 27,000 team members, nine award-winning hospitals and more than 300 clinic locations based in the communities we call home.