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Stationary Engineer III

Advocate Health · Oak Lawn, IL

Posted Sep 16, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had to troubleshoot a complex HVAC problem where the cause wasn't obvious. How did you figure out the root cause?

real diagnostic ability versus just parts-swapping, and whether they can work independently as the level III role demands

Tell me about a repair you had to make where you knew it would disrupt hospital operations or patient care if you got it wrong. How did you plan it?

judgment around minimizing impact to a functioning hospital, not just technical skill

Tell me about a time a less experienced coworker came to you with a problem. How did you help them without just doing it for them?

mentoring ability, since the role expects them to be an informal resource for peers

Outside of HVAC, this role covers plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and even snow removal. Tell me about your range across general maintenance trades.

whether the person is genuinely a generalist tradesperson or narrowly HVAC-focused

Technical

Walk me through how you'd bring a centrifugal chiller back online after an unexpected shutdown in a hospital building.

whether the candidate actually knows startup sequences and safety checks on critical equipment without needing to be walked through it

How do you use trending reports in a building automation system to catch a problem before it becomes an equipment failure?

whether they actually use BAS proactively rather than just reacting to alarms

Describe your experience with medical gas systems. What's your comfort level maintaining or troubleshooting them?

honesty about the 'intermediate' knowledge requirement, since gaps here carry serious patient safety consequences

What's your process for logging work in a CMMS, and why does accurate documentation matter in this kind of facility?

whether they understand recordkeeping ties directly to regulatory compliance, not just habit

What licensing do you currently hold, and how have you kept up with code and regulation changes that apply to boilers and HVAC equipment?

licensure verification and whether they treat continuing education as a real responsibility

Situational

You get a BAS alarm for a steam absorption chiller in the middle of the night with no one else on site. What's your process?

how they prioritize, whether they know when to escalate versus handle it solo, and comfort with being the only responder

A nurse calls to say a patient room is too warm and a patient is uncomfortable. How do you handle that call and the fix?

customer service instincts and ability to keep occupants informed while working in a live clinical environment

You're in the middle of preventive maintenance on a boiler when you get pulled to an urgent work order. How do you decide what happens next?

prioritization skills between scheduled PM work and reactive demands, and whether they close the loop on both

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 11917 Advocate Christ Medical Center - Facilities Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 12 hr shift Weekend/Days and two weekdays 8 hr shift Pay Range: $33.05 - $49.60 It's More Than a Job, It's a Calling! Position: Stationary Engineer III Location: Christ Medical Center; Oak Lawn, IL. Full Time; 1st Shift ~12-hour shift Weekend/Days and two weekdays 8-hour shift Major Responsibilities: • Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures.      • Operates all campus heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment including boilers, steam absorption and centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, fans, pumps and systems in a manner that optimizes efficiency, safety, and occupant comfort per department policies and procedures with minimal to no guidance/assistance.  • Maintains accurate records and reports on all equipment startup, failures, problems, work in progress and completed work through logbooks and computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) with minimal to no guidance/assistance.  • Advanced level of skill to utilize BAS as a tool for both monitoring and controlling HVAC equipment. Responds to alarms in a timely and correct manner. Optimizes operation using trending reports as appropriate.  • Advanced level of skill to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC and other equipment as assigned per established procedures including inspection, cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, testing, flushing, minor repairs, rebuilding and replacing parts/components to ensure that systems remain within the established operating parameters.      • Advanced level of skill to troubleshoot complex issues with HVAC equipment determine the root cause in a timely manner.  Executes repairs or installations with minimal impact to the hospital and patient care. Appropriately requests assistance as warranted by the situation.  • Intermediate knowledge of medical gas systems.  • Responds to building occupant complaints in a timely and professional manner and takes appropriate corrective action. Keeps requester appraised of the status of corrective action.  • Maintains current daily logs, preventive maintenance records and equipment repair files to comply with local, state and federal regulatory requirements with minimal to no direction.  • Performs routine general maintenance including painting, plumbing, carpentry, equipment testing and repair, ventilation, lighting, electrical, groundskeeping and snow removal.  Performs repairs on a large variety of facility systems such as mechanical, electrical, building systems and other critical systems with minimal to no guidance/assistance Provides timely and proper response to assigned service calls, work orders and preventative maintenance to maintain a safe and efficient environment.  Documents all tasks and work time on the CMMS.   • Reads blueprints and maintenance manuals to gain knowledge needed to complete assignments  • Helps facilitate small projects.  • Acts as an informal resource for peers with less experience.  Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: • Stationary Engineer license from the municipality of work location or Power Engineer certification (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 5th Class) from either the National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers (NIULPE) or the American Society of Power Engineers (ASOPE). Equivalent certifications from federal organizations such as the United States Navy will also be considered. • Valid Driver's License Education Required: • Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of technical training.   Experience Required: • 4 or more Years of Stationary Engineering Experience  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: • Advanced knowledge of applicable codes/regulations pertaining to assigned equipment and operations  • Advanced computer skills (e.g., CMMS, building automation, and Microsoft Office)  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills  Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: • 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.  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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