The salary range for this position is $37.95 - $49.33 (Hourly Rate). Placement within the salary range depends on relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement follows the collective bargaining agreement.Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues whose purpose-driven mission is to deliver world‑class care. Here you will work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation, leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, fueling our commitment to equity and a culture of service.Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.Create the life you envision with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well‑Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that supports your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well‑being.Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce‑led resource groups.Benefits$10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part‑time)$10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part‑time)$1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part‑time)$250 Well‑Being Fund per year ($125 for part‑time)Matching 401(k)Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverageLife insuranceAnnual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive BonusPaid time off and Holiday payDescriptionNorthwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital is seeking a candidate with 7 years of relevant building maintenance and repair experience, including high pressure steam boilers and refrigeration/electrical/automation systems. The Lead Facilities Engineer reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.The role leads and supervises the daily performance of staff engineers. Performs preventive maintenance and urgent, corrective, and routine repairs in electrical, mechanical and HVAC equipment. Assists Chief Engineer in matters of performance reviews and discipline. The Lead Engineer helps maintain an effective organization, administers monetary controls, develops budgets, plans, trains personnel, ensures safety, and manages effective operations.ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates I‑CARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) in daily work.Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance.Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers. Addresses questions and concerns promptly or identifies appropriate person and resources.Uses effective service recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur.Demonstrates teamwork by helping co‑workers across departments. Communicates effectively with others, respects diverse opinions, and acknowledges the assistance and contributions of others.Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently.Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time.Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement.Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow services provided.Oversees and operates power plant equipment to minimize risk of loss of utilities necessary for health care in the hospital.In event of an unexpected failure of any utility, identifies the cause and takes necessary action to maintain continuity of utilities service.Operates a wide variety of power plant equipment, including boilers, chilled water air‑conditioning equipment, pumps, air compressors, and diesel‑electric generators.Maintains proper water quality for boiler water, condensate, water softeners, and cooling towers to ensure water within proper limits.Maintains all power plant equipment per Preventive Maintenance Orders and manufacturer's recommendations, minimizing interruptions of utilities.Maintains the power plant building and all equipment in first‑class condition, promoting a clean and safe work environment.Maintains power plant spaces in a clean, organized, and hazard‑free condition at all times.Cleans, paints and preserves assigned areas and equipment as directed.Assumes property accountability of power plant tools and equipment during shift operations.Keeps personal work spaces and equipment in a safe and orderly condition; checks safety equipment availability and condition.Provides monitoring, coaching, and evaluation of team members' performance.Serves as a positive role model for team members by promoting teamwork and cooperation within and across departments.Assists with coordinating services, prioritizing assignments and workflow, and promoting situational decision‑making/problem‑solving.Performs responsibilities of a Facilities Engineer, providing guidance on complex or novel issues.Assumes full responsibility for plant operations during evening, night, weekend/holiday shifts and briefs relief operators on significant events and procedures.Coordinates with other shop personnel to obtain assistance and information on utilities supported by the Power Plant.Initiates emergency notification procedures and Engineering Department contingency plans, policies and procedures.Maintains and annotates power plant logs required by departmental and power plant policies, reflecting operating conditions accurately.Maintains logs of water analyses and chemical additives per directives and informs supervisor of abnormal conditions.Completes and returns all work orders/PM orders to the supervisor upon completion, ensuring work is finished on or before due date.Completes assigned duties and all shift responsibilities, plant policies, and procedures before shift turnover, evidenced through logs and supervisor observation.Wears appropriate safety equipment and complies with departmental and OSHA safety standards.Follows hospital infection control/universal precautions.Interprets plant and energy management system readings to determine equipment operation and anticipate potential problems.Submits repair documentation to the Chief Engineer upon completion.Adheres to departmental and governmental safety standards and organizational appearance policies.Takes pride in professional image and follows uniform standards.Smiles and greets all customers.Understands role expectations and contributes to departmental and hospital goals.Presents oneself positively, in verbal and non‑verbal communication.Listens to customers, learns of their needs, and responds to their requests.Recognizes contributions of others and treats all patients, visitors, and coworkers with respect.Identifies defects within the facility, accepts responsibility for a clean and safe environment.Maintains clean and organized equipment, carts, and work areas, avoiding unattended equipment.Executes tasks to deliver exceptional service and continually seeks improvement.Shows empathy towards customers and fellow employees.Adopts the attitude: “If I receive a complaint, I will own it and immediately resolve it.”Protects the privacy of patients, visitors, guests, and coworkers.Models teamwork and lateral service, meeting needs of guests and coworkers.Empowered to meet customer needs, personally handle issues, and deliver service recovery.Awareness of surroundings to meet expressed and unexpressed customer needs.QualificationsRequired7 years of relevant building maintenance and repair experience, including high‑pressure steam boilers and refrigeration/electrical/automation systems.High school diploma or equivalent.Valid state driver's license with acceptable driving record and auto insurance; licensed as a Stationary Engineer (SE) or equivalent required.Level 3 EPA Refrigeration certification required (LIC DRIVE, LIC SE).Requires critical‑thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Preferred5 years of clinical lab experience in a TJC or CAP accredited laboratory in the section to supervise.Equal OpportunityNorthwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.Background CheckNorthwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.Artificial Intelligence DisclosureArtificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.Sign‑on Bonus EligibilityInternal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.#J-18808-Ljbffr