JLL
Overview
The Operating Engineer will ensure optimal performance and reliability of facility systems through comprehensive maintenance operations. This role combines hands‑on technical expertise with systematic troubleshooting skills to maintain safe, efficient, and comfortable building environments. The engineer will execute a comprehensive preventive maintenance program designed to maximize equipment reliability, which will include performing scheduled inspections, routine servicing, and component replacements across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems according to manufacturer specifications and established maintenance protocols.
Shift This role operates on a rotating shift schedule with mandatory on‑call responsibilities to ensure continuous facility operations and emergency response coverage. The engineer provides 24/7 building system support through structured shift rotations, maintaining critical infrastructure during all operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
What your day‑to‑day will look like
Perform building rounds ensuring systems are operable with no noted problems or alarm conditions
Clean HVAC coils, change filters and belts.
Record temperatures, pressures, and other operating parameters to assess system or equipment performance.
Prioritize all PMs, corrective, and emergent work orders in your queue (annual, monthly, weekly, and daily).
Update work order status in real time, utilizing CMMS system.
Troubleshoot systems, equipment, or components to make repairs, perform PM and ensure reliability.
Escalate problems or issues to manager in a timely manner.
Other Duties When Assigned
Maintain and repair locks, locking mechanisms, closers, doors, and furniture.
Maintain and complete documentation for fire extinguishers and other building systems.
Maintain and repair plumbing components including toilets, urinals, lavatories, flush valves, sinks, drains, water heaters, piping, and sump pumps.
Prepare, prime, and paint building interior and exterior surfaces and perform general handyman tasks to maintain buildings.
Complete special tasks that include but are not limited to painting, locksmith work, tenant service requests, and general maintenance as assigned.
Required skills/experience
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Possess proficiency with hand and power tools, measuring instruments, as well as specialized diagnostic equipment such as multimeters, pressure gauges, and infrared thermometers.
Proficiency performing preventive maintenance for HVAC, Mechanical and Electrical equipment and with performing scheduled maintenance tasks such as filter replacement, lubrication of rotating equipment and calibration of controls.
Proficient in basic computer applications such as MS Office, Outlook, and CMMS (CORRIGO).
Minimum 3 years of related experience and/or training in HVAC, Controls, Electrical or Plumbing.
Core Technical Skills
Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical, electrical, and plumbing blueprints and schematics.
Working knowledge of building automation systems (BAS) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Competency in electrical troubleshooting up to 480V systems.
Understanding of HVAC controls, including pneumatic, electric, and DDC systems.
Basic soldering, pipefitting, and mechanical repair capabilities.
Preferred experience/technical skills
Minimum 3-5 years hands‑on experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, or related mechanical field.
Demonstrated experience with commercial HVAC systems, electrical systems, and building automation controls.
Previous experience in preventive maintenance programs and emergency response situations.
Technical Certifications
High school diploma or equivalent (required).
EPA Universal Refrigerant Handling Certification.
HVAC Certification (Local Trade School or Adult Education 3 or 5‑yr program).
Qualified Electrical Worker.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Leasing Non‑residential Real Estate, Facilities Services, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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Shift This role operates on a rotating shift schedule with mandatory on‑call responsibilities to ensure continuous facility operations and emergency response coverage. The engineer provides 24/7 building system support through structured shift rotations, maintaining critical infrastructure during all operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
What your day‑to‑day will look like
Perform building rounds ensuring systems are operable with no noted problems or alarm conditions
Clean HVAC coils, change filters and belts.
Record temperatures, pressures, and other operating parameters to assess system or equipment performance.
Prioritize all PMs, corrective, and emergent work orders in your queue (annual, monthly, weekly, and daily).
Update work order status in real time, utilizing CMMS system.
Troubleshoot systems, equipment, or components to make repairs, perform PM and ensure reliability.
Escalate problems or issues to manager in a timely manner.
Other Duties When Assigned
Maintain and repair locks, locking mechanisms, closers, doors, and furniture.
Maintain and complete documentation for fire extinguishers and other building systems.
Maintain and repair plumbing components including toilets, urinals, lavatories, flush valves, sinks, drains, water heaters, piping, and sump pumps.
Prepare, prime, and paint building interior and exterior surfaces and perform general handyman tasks to maintain buildings.
Complete special tasks that include but are not limited to painting, locksmith work, tenant service requests, and general maintenance as assigned.
Required skills/experience
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Possess proficiency with hand and power tools, measuring instruments, as well as specialized diagnostic equipment such as multimeters, pressure gauges, and infrared thermometers.
Proficiency performing preventive maintenance for HVAC, Mechanical and Electrical equipment and with performing scheduled maintenance tasks such as filter replacement, lubrication of rotating equipment and calibration of controls.
Proficient in basic computer applications such as MS Office, Outlook, and CMMS (CORRIGO).
Minimum 3 years of related experience and/or training in HVAC, Controls, Electrical or Plumbing.
Core Technical Skills
Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical, electrical, and plumbing blueprints and schematics.
Working knowledge of building automation systems (BAS) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Competency in electrical troubleshooting up to 480V systems.
Understanding of HVAC controls, including pneumatic, electric, and DDC systems.
Basic soldering, pipefitting, and mechanical repair capabilities.
Preferred experience/technical skills
Minimum 3-5 years hands‑on experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, or related mechanical field.
Demonstrated experience with commercial HVAC systems, electrical systems, and building automation controls.
Previous experience in preventive maintenance programs and emergency response situations.
Technical Certifications
High school diploma or equivalent (required).
EPA Universal Refrigerant Handling Certification.
HVAC Certification (Local Trade School or Adult Education 3 or 5‑yr program).
Qualified Electrical Worker.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Leasing Non‑residential Real Estate, Facilities Services, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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