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STATIONARY ENGINEER - ASSISTANT CHIEF

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

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To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

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Sponsorship for Employment

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Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history.  Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history.  To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.
Date:  Jul 21, 2025
Location: 

Elgin, IL, US, 60123

Job Requisition ID:  48508

Job Requisition ID: 48508 

Opening Date: 07/22/2025
Closing Date: 08/04/2025
​Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: STATIONARY ENGINEER-ASST CHIEF - 42605 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $10,975.92 - $11,579.70 per month ($63.08 - $66.55 per hour)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Kane
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: PR000
Merit Comp Code: 

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This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

 

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Why Work for Illinois?

 

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

 

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery is seeking to hire a Stationary Engineer – Assistant Chief for the Elgin Mental Health Center located in Elgin, Illinois to direct the day-to-day operations of crafts, power-plant and maintenance workers. Assists the Stationary Engineer Chief in determining and planning new construction projects and renovation of older buildings and systems of distribution. In the absence of the Stationary Engineer Chief, assumes duties over physical plant. Travels in the performance of job duties.

Essential Functions

  • Serves as the Stationary Engineer – Assistant Chief for the Elgin Mental Health Center.
  • Serves as designated lead worker. 
  • Maintains daily time sheets for all crafts, power-plant and maintenance workers. 
  • Assist Stationary Engineer Chief in determining and planning new construction projects and renovation of older buildings and systems of distribution. 
  • Works with outside contractors in programming various environmental system computers to verify proper operation and balance of environmental conditions within the facility. 
  • Orientates new personnel in various building trades and maintenance operation. 
  • Researches, develops and writes both regularly scheduled and impromptu reports on a variety of subjects including but not limited to, safety issues, utilities, timekeeping, Capital Development Board, etc.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
  • Requires five (5) years of experience in the operation of a commercial or institutional power plant OR as a skilled craftsman in the mechanical or building trades.
  • Requires possession of a valid certificate as a Universal Technician under U.S.E.P.A Section 608 Rules.

* The possession of a valid certificate as a Universal Technician under U.S.E.P.A. Section 608 encompasses positions which perform refrigeration/air-conditioning work that has the possibility of release of chlorofluorocarbons into the atmosphere. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Four (4) years of specialized experience in the operation of high-pressure/low-pressure coal, gas or oil-fired boilers and their apparatuses.
  • Four (4) years of specialized experience in water treatment and various chemicals used in boiler systems.
  • Four (4) years of specialized experience diagnosing problems in mechanical, electrical, heating and air conditioning/HVAC systems.
  • Four (4) years of professional experience directing the work of employees and outside contractors engaged in the operation and maintenance of technical stationary engineering power plant building systems.
  • Four (4) years of experience taking utility readings, logging records, ensuring maintenance schedules are followed, reviewing and actioning maintenance reports for technical stationary engineering power plant building systems.
  • Four (4) years of experience diagnosing building and mechanical issues, recognizing potentially dangerous situations, and implementing appropriate emergency responses.
  • Four (4) years of specialized experience in public health Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and building codes of technical stationary engineering power plant building systems.
  • Four (4) years of experience following and expressing complex ideas clearly both orally and in written form in the field of technical stationary engineering power plant building systems.

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires stationary engineer license certificate for the City of Elgin or the City of Chicago.
  • Requires the ability to perform the physical functions and tasks associated with engineering including but not limited to ladder climbing, squatting, kneeling, bending and walking. 
  • Requires the ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance. 
  • Requires the ability to work shifts, including weekend and holidays. 
  • Requires the ability to serve on-call basis. 
  • Requires the ability to utilize agency supplied materials/equipment (e.g. pager, cellphone, etc.) for emergencies. 
  • Requires an appropriate valid driver’s license. 
  • Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties. 
  • Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers. 
  • Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
  • Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

* All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. 

Work Hours: 7:00am - 3:00pm Monday - Friday; 30-minute paid lunch

Engineering/Facility Wide

Work Location: 750 S State St, Elgin, Illinois, 60123

Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery

Elgin Mental Health Center

Trades

Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov

Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support; Social Services

 

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois.  Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives.  Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois.  Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

 

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

      • A Pension Program
      • Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
      • 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
      • 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
      • 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
        • Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
      • 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
      • Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
      • 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
      • Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
      • Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
      • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
      • GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
      • 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
      • Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.  If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

 

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:


Nearest Major Market: Elgin
Nearest Secondary Market: Chicago

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