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At a glance

Programs: 1
Locations: 1
States served: 1

Delivery: In person (1)
Program length: 8 to 12 weeks (1)
Branches accepted: Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force

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Detailed listing

Delivery: In person source value: In-Person
Length: About 9 to 13 weeks source value: 61 - 90 days
Branches: Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Space Force
Target MOCs: 51-8021.00 - MMN-Machinist Mates, Nuclear Power; MM Machinist Mate; Machinist Mate Non-Nuclear Submaringe civilians;
Career field: Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
Defense Industrial Base: Yes

Summary

The Steam Plant Operations Foreman supervises and participates in the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of Argonne’s central steam and combined heat and power (CHP) plant. The Foreman ensures reliable, safe, and efficient production of steam, electricity, and condensate return in accordance with Argonne National Laboratory policies, DOE orders, and applicable codes and regulations. The Foreman provides technical direction to operating personnel on shift, coordinates plant activities with maintenance and engineering teams, oversees water chemistry, combustion control systems, and emission compliance, and ensures all operating logs, records, and reports are accurate and timely. This role is a key front-line leader responsible for maintaining 24/7 operational continuity and high reliability (>99.99%) of the Laboratory’s critical utility systems.

Eligibility

Valid Stationary Engineer’s License issued by an authorized certifying body, minimum of five (5) years experience in steam plant or combined heat and power operations, including supervisory or lead experience. Thorough knowledge of boiler, turbine, and combustion control systems, mechanical and electrical auxiliaries, and water chemistry control. Demonstrated leadership and team coordination skills in a 24/7 operational environment.

What the work involves

This job description documents the general nature of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties and responsibilities required of job incumbent. Consequently, job incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Specific Duties Supervises, schedules, and directs daily activities of Stationary Engineers and Auxiliary Equipment Operators in the Steam Plant and CHP facility. Ensures safe and efficient operation of all steam plant and CHP systems, including boilers, HRSG, natural-gas turbine generator, compressors, feedwater systems, fuel delivery, and auxiliary equipment. Coordinates major repairs and technical support with the Maintenance Foreman and Utilities Steam Plant Engineer Conducts regular drills with the steam plant staff Initiates request for purchase requisitions and contract call orders Ensures proper staffing levels for efficient plant operation Coordinates plant operations with laboratory load demands, maintenance outages, and other Utilities Division operations. Monitors system performance, analyzes data trends, and implements corrective actions to maintain peak plant efficiency and environmental compliance. Reviews and approves operational logs, reports, and shift handovers to ensure accuracy and completeness. Conducts or oversees training, qualification, and performance evaluation of plant operators. Enforces Environment, Safety & Health (ES&H) standards, Lockout/Tagout, confined space, and other safe work practices. Responds to plant upsets, alarms, and emergency conditions, directs corrective actions, and communicates significant events to management. Coordinates with the Utilities Maintenance and Engineering groups on repairs, capital improvements, and equipment testing. Maintains readiness for regulatory inspections and internal audits. Performs operational duties as required to maintain shift coverage or during emergencies. Distributes monthly reports as required Initiates Facility Event Notifications for planned and unplanned events as required. Position Requirements Valid Stationary Engineer’s License issued by an authorized certifying body. Minimum of five (5) years experience in steam plant or combined heat and power operations, including supervisory or lead experience. Thorough knowledge of boiler, turbine, and combustion control systems, mechanical and electrical auxiliaries, and water chemistry control. Demonstrated leadership and team coordination skills in a 24/7 operational environment. Strong understanding of environmental, safety, and reliability standards applicable to large institutional energy plants. Proficiency in computer-based monitoring and control systems (DCS/SCADA) and basic PC applications. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Ability to work shifts, weekends, and respond to after-hours emergencies as required. Ability to work with other Foreman and customers to schedule preventive maintenance and repairs to plant equipment to maintain reliability of waste treatment plants and distribution systems Ability to model Argonne's core values of Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity and Teamwork.

Locations

Lemont, IL

Where this provider operates

IllinoisLemont

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Last checked August 23, 2026, which is older than our normal weekly refresh.

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