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Maintenance Trades Specialist III - HVAC Tech.

Advocate Health · Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Walk me through a time you diagnosed a problem on a building automation system that wasn't giving you a clear answer. How did you track it down?

real troubleshooting method versus parts-swapping, and comfort with BAS tools

Tell me about a time you had to keep a critical system running while waiting on parts or a contractor. How did you bridge that gap?

resourcefulness and risk management when a permanent fix isn't immediately available

Describe your experience with pneumatic tube systems or other specialty hospital systems you haven't worked with much before. How do you get up to speed fast?

willingness and ability to learn unfamiliar systems since not every tech comes in knowing every hospital-specific system

Tell me about a time you disagreed with another trade or a supervisor about how to handle a repair. What happened?

communication and conflict resolution in a multi-trade environment

Tell me about a time you had to work around live electrical or mechanical hazards. What precautions did you take?

genuine safety habits and lockout/tagout discipline, not just textbook knowledge

Technical

Tell me about a steam boiler or chiller plant issue you handled. What was going on and what did you do first?

hands-on experience with critical central plant equipment and whether they prioritize safety steps first

How do you read a set of Life Safety drawings, and can you tell me about a time you actually used one to figure out a repair or a fire/smoke barrier issue?

real fluency with blueprints and life safety compliance, not just claiming to know it

What compliance codes or standards do you keep in the back of your mind day to day on a job like this - things like Joint Commission, NFPA, or similar?

whether they actually operate with regulatory awareness versus just doing repairs blind to code

What's your approach to preventive maintenance scheduling on complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems so things don't turn into emergencies?

whether they think proactively versus reactively about facility upkeep

Situational

This is a hospital. If you get an alarm on a medical gas or vacuum system in the middle of a shift, what's your first move?

understanding that patient safety systems get immediate, procedure-driven response, not casual triage

You're on call at 2am and a generator fails to transfer during a test. Nobody else is on site yet. What do you do?

judgment under pressure, escalation awareness, and whether they understand emergency power's stakes in a hospital

How do you decide what to fix yourself and what to escalate, especially working with minimal oversight?

independent judgment and knowing the limits of their own authority or skill

This role covers weekend second shift and on-call rotation. How have you managed off-hours emergency work in the past, and what makes you comfortable with this schedule long term?

realistic fit with the shift pattern and 24/7 coverage demands, not just polite agreement

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 11917 Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center - Facilities Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 1st Shift (Tuesday-Thursday) 7AM-3:30PM 2nd Shift (Saturday) 3PM-11:30PM Pay Range: $30.70 - $46.05 It's More Than a Job, It's A Calling! Position: Maintenance Trades Specialist III - HVAC Tech. Location: Illinois Masonic Medical Center (IMMC); Chicago's North Side Full Time; 1st/2nd shift ~1st Shift (Tuesday-Thursday) 7AM-3:30PM ~2nd Shift (Saturday) 3PM-11:30PM Major Responsibilities: • Performs preventive maintenance and technical repairs on complex facility systems.  • Diagnoses and implements repairs for Utility and Infrastructure Systems.  • Installs/replace and maintains building, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and controls systems.  • Operates and monitors advanced utility equipment (generators, plant chillers, steam boilers, fire protection systems, etc.) and utilizes building automation systems to troubleshoot issues.  • Maintains vacuum, compressed air, and medical gas systems  • Reads blueprints, Life Safety drawings and manuals for accurate task completion.  Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: • Valid Driver’s License.  • Trade/Tech School Trades Certificate or trades or industry recognized certification/license requiring Continuing Education Units or periodic renewal to maintain.     Education Required: • Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of technical training.   Experience Required: • 4 or more Years of Experience in relatable industrial/trades maintenance or operations. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: • Ability to work with minimal oversight with advanced technical skills in facility maintenance.    • Clear written and verbal communication skills required.   • Advanced computer skills/competency required in using and operating systems such as Microsoft Office Platform, Building Automation Systems, Pneumatic Tube Systems.   • Clear understanding of applicable compliance codes and guidelines.   Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: • Works required shifts and participates in on-call duty to provide 24/7 coverage.  • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, crawl, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.  • Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead, lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest-level, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.  • Must be able to push/pull with 50 lbs. of force.  • Exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards and therefore knowledge of safety precautions.  • Position requires travel.  May be exposed to road/weather hazards.  • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.  Preferred Job Requirements: • Community College/Trade school degree • Trade/Tech School Trades Certificate or trades or industry recognized certification/license requiring Continuing Education Units or periodic renewal to maintain.  • 7+ Years of Experience in relatable industrial/trades maintenance or operations. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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