Description:
The Floating Engineer's primary responsibility will be time off coverage (vacation, sick, personal, etc.) for the other Engineers and Assistants on 2nd and 3rd shift. Coverage may also be needed at times for the 1st shift. Their primary shift when not covering vacation or sick time will be 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Monday through Friday. While working their regular shift the Floating Stationary Engineer is responsible for the efficient operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and electrical systems and equipment throughout Field Museum and performs work in accordance with Field Museum standards and procedures under the direction of the Chief Engineer
Responsibilities:
- Complete daily maintenance tasks including, but not limited to: work requests; identify and report maintenance problems or physical hazards; monitor building mechanical systems; inspect and repair plumbing systems
- Maintain central plant operations, including boilers, chillers, and cooling towers
- Monitor, analyze, and adjust building automation systems to maintain proper conditions for objects, visitors, and staff
- Perform scheduled and assigned preventative maintenance tasks
- Record maintenance and repair information in accordance with guidelines established by management
- Respond to building emergencies including, but not limited to: leaks, fire, and elevators
- Ensure all equipment and work areas are safe, clean, neat, and orderly at all times, with emphasis on safety and accident prevention
- Maintain positive working relationships with Museum staff, responding to requests and issues in a timely, professional, and courteous manner
- Ability to access computer programs and use or learn basic computer operations related to position requirements
- Supervise and train Assistant Engineer
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- City of Chicago Stationary Engineers license preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 4 years experience
- Exhibit excellent customer-service orientation in responding to requests
- Display follow-through in carrying out directions from management. Demonstrate teamwork in relations with co-workers
- Ability to frequently stand, walk, lift, kneel, and crouch