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Whether introducing a guest to the Ring Nebula, a neighborhood school to a community partner, a research team to a network of citizen scientists, or one staff member to another, the Adler's focus on meaningful connections dates back nearly a century.\nToday, the museum typically hosts close to 400,000 visitors annually and reaches millions more through youth STEAM programs, neighborhood skywatching events, online citizen science, and other outreach efforts. With the Adler's support, people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities gain the confidence to learn more about science and space discovery, and to explore their universe together under the sky we all share.\nThe Position\nThe Stationary Engineer's primary role is to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility equipment across all building systems. The Stationary Engineer must be familiar with and demonstrate technical expertise in building mechanical systems such as low-pressure boiler Systems, Chillers, Plumbing, Fire Safety Systems, Electrical, Carpentry, and other building components. This is a union position with the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) of Chicago, Illinois, and vicinity Local 399.\nThe Adler Planetarium is seeking a Full-Time Stationary Engineer to join our dynamic team located on Chicago's Museum Campus. This individual will be responsible for:\nProviding proper upkeep of all mechanical equipment, including inspection, troubleshooting, and necessary repairs.\n\nPreventative maintenance on all building systems.\n\nMaintaining proper building temperatures throughout the facility each season.\n\nWork with all exterior mechanical vendors to ensure adequate maintenance.\n\nKeep an organized work order schedule and meet deadlines.\n\nAbility to multitask for operational needs and special requests.\n\nThe Work Schedule\nThe typical work schedule for this position is 40 hours per week: Wednesday 2:30-10:30 pm and Thursday-Sunday 10:30 am-6:30 pm. Days off are Monday and Tuesday, and flextime options are available.\nThe Compensation & Benefits (Full-Time)\nThe pay rate for this position is $43.00/hr, as determined by the collective bargaining agreement.\nWork-Life Balance\n35-hour workweek\n\nEligible to accrue up to 15vacation days per year to start\n\n3 sick days as of date of hire (can accrue up to 6.5 days per year)\n\n7 Adler paid holidays\n\n4 Personal Holidays (Prorated for new hires starting after January 1st)\n\nFlexible Work Arrangements\n\nPaid Family Bereavement Leave & Jury Duty\n\nPaid Parental Leave\n\nCompetitive Health Coverage\nMedical, Dental, & Vision insurance\n\nHealthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter flexible spending accounts\n\nAdler Paid Short-Term Disability insurance\n\nRetirement Savings Plan\n403(b) plan with Adler match\n\nThe Adler match is 100% vested immediately\n\nEligible to enroll as of the date of hire\n\nNetwork of Support through our EAP programs\nResources to help address emotional, legal, and financial issues\n\nFace-to-face, telephonic, and web-based services\n\nFree subscription to the Calm Premium app\n\nEmployee Loan Program\nDiscounted Onsite Parking Program\nFree Entrance to Chicago area museums and cultural institutions\nThe Person\nRequired Qualifications:\nMinimum: High School Diploma or equivalent.\n\nCurrent City of Chicago Stationary Building Engineer License\n\n1-2 years of experience working in a stationary engineer position.\n\nMust react well under pressure, multitask, and troubleshoot issues efficiently. Familiar with building automation systems, life systems, and evacuation procedures. Respond to all emergencies calmly and systematically. Good time management, a team player, and a good listener. Able to follow through with proven results.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\nBachelor's Degree or 5 years of experience working as a Stationary Engineer within the City of Chicago.\n\nCFC Certification\n\nMinimum of 1 year of experience working in a museum facility.\n\nThe Adler Planetarium is dedicated to complying with its Equal Opportunity employer obligations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.\nIf you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email the Human Resources Department at  let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. 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