Stationary Engineer
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on420, East Monroe Street, Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois, 62701, United States
About the Office
The Office of the Illinois Secretary of State, led by Secretary Alexi Giannoulias, serves the citizens of Illinois with integrity and efficiency. Within the Capitol Complex in Springfield, the Engineering Division ensures the safe and reliable operation of critical infrastructure, including the Power Plant, which supports the state's governmental functions.
About the Role
As a Stationary Engineer, you are the guardian of the facility's mechanical heart. Operating under general supervision, your primary mission is to ensure that complex systems—including high-pressure boilers, turbines, generators, and building automation systems—run safely, economically, and within established limits. This role is vital for maintaining the continuous operation of the Capitol Complex.
Your day involves a dynamic mix of technical operation and hands-on maintenance. You will start up, regulate, and shut down equipment while monitoring gauges, meters, and computerized controls to optimize performance. Beyond operation, you will perform repairs ranging from complete overhauls to replacing specific components like valves, gaskets, or bearings. You will also act as a safety inspector, routinely checking devices to detect potential mechanical problems and correcting them before they escalate. In some instances, you may direct the work of apprentice engineers and boiler tenders, ensuring the entire team operates cohesively.
Application Process
To apply for this position, please visit ilsos.applytojob.gov to complete the online application. You may upload a resume or other relevant attachments as needed.
Preference will be given to Illinois residents in the hiring and selection process, in accordance with the Illinois Secretary of State Merit Employment Code. For questions regarding this posting or employment practices, please contact Job Counselors at the Personnel offices in Chicago (312-793-5515) or Springfield (217-782-4783).
Equal Opportunity
The Office of the Illinois Secretary of State is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability. All applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States.
Work location
Work model: On-site
420, East Monroe Street, Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois, 62701, United States
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Stationary Engineer, Boiler Systems, Steam Systems, Heating, Ventilating And Air Conditioning, Building Automation Systems, Diesel Engines, Turbines, Generators, Pumps, Piping.
Education: High school diploma required.
Frequently asked questions about Stationary Engineer at Illinois Secretary of State
What does a Stationary Engineer at Illinois Secretary of State do?expand_more
In this Stationary Engineer at Illinois Secretary of State role, you will test and chemically treat hydronic systems to prevent corrosion and harmful deposits; detect mechanical problems by checking safety devices and performing routine maintenance on pumps and motors; operate and maintain mechanical systems including boilers, hvac, diesel engines, turbines, and generators; and direct the work of apprentice engineers, boiler tenders, and power plant workers when assigned.
What are the requirements for this Stationary Engineer role?expand_more
To qualify for the Stationary Engineer at Illinois Secretary of State position, applicants should have: High school diploma; Apprenticeship program completion for journeyman stationary engineer; 4 years power plant operation experience; 2 years journeyman HVAC experience; Illinois Secretary of State Stationary Apprentice Engineer Training Program; and CFC Certification under USFPA Section 608.
Where is the Stationary Engineer role at Illinois Secretary of State located?expand_more
Stationary Engineer at Illinois Secretary of State is based in 420, East Monroe Street, Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois, 62701, United States. This is a on-site role.