Stationary Engineer

Adler Planetarium

• $89K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Current City of Chicago Stationary Building Engineer License
  • 1-2 years of experience as a stationary engineer
  • Ability to manage pressure and multitask effectively
  • Knowledge of building automation systems and emergency procedures

Responsibilities

  • Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility equipment
  • Conduct preventative maintenance on building systems
  • Ensure optimal building temperatures throughout the year
  • Coordinate with external mechanical vendors for maintenance
  • Organize work order schedules and adhere to deadlines
  • Handle multiple operational tasks and special requests

Benefits

  • Eligible for 15 vacation days per year
  • 3 annual sick days with accrual options
  • 7 paid holidays and 4 prorated personal holidays
  • Flexible work arrangements available
  • Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan with immediate vested match
  • Employee support programs for emotional and legal issues
  • Discounted onsite parking and free entrance to area museums
Full Job Description
Stationary Engineer

(Full Time)

Union

Non-Exempt

The Position

The Stationary Engineer's primary role is to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility equipment across all building systems. The Stationary Engineer must be familiar with and demonstrate technical expertise in building mechanical systems such as low-pressure boiler Systems, Chillers, Plumbing, Fire Safety Systems, Electrical, Carpentry, and other building components. This is a union position with the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) of Chicago, Illinois, and vicinity Local 399.

The Adler Planetarium is seeking a Full-Time Stationary Engineer to join our dynamic team located on Chicago's Museum Campus. This individual will be responsible for:

  • Providing proper upkeep of all mechanical equipment, including inspection, troubleshooting, and necessary repairs.
  • Preventative maintenance on all building systems.
  • Maintaining proper building temperatures throughout the facility each season.
  • Work with all exterior mechanical vendors to ensure adequate maintenance.
  • Keep an organized work order schedule and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to multitask for operational needs and special requests.


The Work Schedule

The typical work schedule for this position is 40 hours per week: Wednesday 2:30-10:30 pm and Thursday-Sunday 10:30 am-6:30 pm. Days off are Monday and Tuesday, and flextime options are available.

The Compensation & Benefits (Full-Time)

The pay rate for this position is $43.00/hr, as determined by the collective bargaining agreement.

Work-Life Balance
  • 35-hour workweek
  • Eligible to accrue up to 15 vacation days per year to start
  • 3 sick days as of date of hire (can accrue up to 6.5 days per year)
  • 7 Adler paid holidays
  • 4 Personal Holidays (Prorated for new hires starting after January 1st)
  • Flexible Work Arrangements
  • Paid Family Bereavement Leave & Jury Duty
  • Paid Parental Leave

Competitive Health Coverage
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance
  • Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter flexible spending accounts
  • Adler Paid Short-Term Disability insurance

Retirement Savings Plan
  • 403(b) plan with Adler match
  • The Adler match is 100% vested immediately
  • Eligible to enroll as of the date of hire

Network of Support through our EAP programs
  • Resources to help address emotional, legal, and financial issues
  • Face-to-face, telephonic, and web-based services
  • Free subscription to the Calm Premium app

Employee Loan Program

Discounted Onsite Parking Program

Free Entrance to Chicago area museums and cultural institutions

The Person

Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum: High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Current City of Chicago Stationary Building Engineer License
  • 1-2 years of experience working in a stationary engineer position.
  • Must react well under pressure, multitask, and troubleshoot issues efficiently. Familiar with building automation systems, life systems, and evacuation procedures. Respond to all emergencies calmly and systematically. Good time management, a team player, and a good listener. Able to follow through with proven results.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree or 5 years of experience working as a Stationary Engineer within the City of Chicago.
  • CFC Certification
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a museum facility.


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