Building Operating Engineer

Building Operating Engineer Hiring Department: Physical Plant Location: Rockford, IL USA Requisition ID: 1040761

FTE: 1

Work Schedule: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm Shift: Days Posting Close Date: 7/13/26 Salary Range: $42.55 / Hourly Wage Campus: Rockford Campus (On-Site Work – Not Remote) Position Summary Operation and maintenance of all building heating, cooling, mechanical, electrical, and structural systems. Duties & Responsibilities Operate, maintain, and inspect heating systems, ventilation systems, air conditioning systems, geothermal system, lighting and power systems, pneumatic and electrical control systems, BAS system. Perform repair and maintenance of building structures or recommend need for contractual services. Carry out department preventive maintenance program involving all building operating and electric systems, and provide recommendations for additional PM procedures as needed. Keep records and logs on equipment, parts, chemicals, etc., and submit weekly reports to State Water Survey. Maintain inventory of department equipment and consumables, prepare reports as required. Consult with and advise Coordinator regarding observations of building operating and electric systems and action to be taken; order and/or obtain parts according to established procedures. May be responsible for periodic routine visits to the community health center to carry out preventive maintenance program or other building related repairs and projects. May supervise one or more workers when assistance is required to complete a variety of maintenance projects or to perform the ongoing preventive maintenance routine. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent. Three (3) years (36 months) of full-time employment in the maintenance of building mechanical equipment and/or as a mechanic of refrigeration, ventilation, and/or food‑service equipment. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Illinois Chicago