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Utility Systems Repairer-Operator

Veterans Health Administration

$34–$39/hr

📍 Hines, Illinois

Veteran Preferred

This position is organizationally aligned under the Engineering Service Line at the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital (578), Hines, IL - a complexity level 1a VHA facility. The unit mission is to ensure the installation, repair, troubleshooting, service and maintenance, and all other operations at the Joliet CBOC and Hines Boiler Pant. Air Conditioning Equipment Duties Independently operates, maintains, and repairs all HVAC and refrigeration systems throughout the facilities, ensuring strict temperature control for sensitive clinical areas. Performs inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on chillers, air-handling units, pumps, controls, valves, compressors, and related components. Conducts quality-assurance checks, vibration analysis, rounds, and water testing to...

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This position is 32 miles from Naval Station Great Lakes. The 2026 BAH rate there is $2,427/month for an E-5 with dependents — useful for working out what the salary above is actually worth locally. Nearest VA facility: Edward Hines Junior Hospital, less than a mile away. 5 other open positions are currently listed within 25 miles. Browse all jobs near Naval Station Great Lakes.

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