Operating Engineer - Third Shift

Description TITLE: Operating Engineer- Third Shift DEPARTMENT: Engineering REPORTS TO: Assistant Chief Engineer Job Summary To maintain all buildings and equipment throughout the hotel. Essential Functions Perform general repairs and services in all maintenance related disciplines, including but not limited to; carpentry, mechanics, plumbing, minor electrical, finish work, etc. Prioritize work orders through urgent requests and established hotel area down times in order to minimize inconveniencing guests. Effectively interact with department managers is required. Respond to guest room calls as required. Complete any and all assigned preventative maintenance procedures. Supportive Functions Adhere to hotel safety standards. Perform other duties and handle projects as assigned by Manager. Assist other departmental craft workers as required. Perform all duties required as Fire Alarm Response Team. Participate in OSHA/Safety programs within the hotel through awareness in everyday job functions and participate on the Hotel’s Emergency Evacuation Team. Requirements The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities: Must be able to work well with all members of the Engineering Department and all other members of the Hotel Staff. Must promote a cordial and caring attitude toward all other department heads. Highly motivated self-starter. Experience in all phases of mechanical/electrical systems. Appropriate technical schooling would be helpful. Blueprint reading. Ability to communicate with hotel guests. HVAC systems, including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, air handling units, and building automation systems. Electrical distribution systems, generators, switchgear, and emergency power systems. Plumbing, domestic water, sanitary, stormwater, and gas systems. Mechanical equipment, pumps, motors, compressors, and associated controls. Fire life safety systems, including fire alarms, sprinklers, and emergency response equipment. Preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS). Energy management and sustainability best practices. Stationary Engineer License OSHA 10-Hour Certification Universal EPA Section 608 Certification Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification/within 6 months of hire. Additional trade certifications in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or building automation systems are a plus Physical Demands Most work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems; however, must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10F) and kitchens (+110F), possibly for one hour or more. Must be able to stand and exert well‑paced mobility for up to 8 hours in length. Must be able to exert well‑paced ability in limited space and to reach other locations of the hotel on a timely basis. Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning and repair/maintenance tasks. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. On a regular and continuing basis. Must have the ability to bend, squat, and frequently lift 50 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 100 lbs. The worker is subject to hazards: includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions, one or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation. The worker is subject to oils; there is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids. Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity. Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and other employees. Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near and color vision and depth perception. Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment. Availability This company operates seven days a week, 24 hours a day. At times it may be necessary to move you from your accustomed work day, to include Holidays, or time of work if business or task assignments demand. In addition, it should be understood that business needs determines the amount of hours that you work. In accordance with Illinois law, compensation for this position is established by the collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local 399. Pay Rate Pay Rate: $51.44 per hour (based on classification) All employees in this classification are paid in accordance with the negotiated wage scale under the collective bargaining agreement, which includes scheduled increases over the term of the agreement. Overtime and premium pay are provided in accordance with the agreement, including: Time and one‑half for hours worked over 8 in a day or 40 in a week Premium pay for consecutive days worked and holidays Benefits Employees are eligible for benefits provided under the IUOE Local 399 collective bargaining agreement, including: Health & Welfare Medical coverage through the Local 399 Health & Welfare Fund Employer contributions provided on a monthly basis Coverage begins on the first of the month following hire Retirement Employer‑paid contributions to the IUOE Central Pension Fund Contributions begin at the start of employment Paid Time Off Paid Holidays (including major recognized holidays) Paid Personal Time: 40 hours annually, with carryover provisions Vacation: 2 weeks after 1 year 3 weeks after 7 years 4 weeks after 15 years 5 weeks after 20 years Additional Benefits Employer contributions to training and education fund Optional participation in 401(k) plan (no employer match) Additional Information This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local 399 Union membership is required in accordance with the agreement Wages, scheduling, overtime, and working conditions are governed by the collective bargaining agreement #J-18808-Ljbffr