Operating Engineer

What this job involves

As a 2nd Shift Operating Engineer at JLL, you will be responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment, machinery, and related controls and components at client facilities located in Northern Illinois. This role requires you to work from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. while controlling daily operation of all mechanical equipment in the physical plant and buildings. You'll perform maintenance and repairs to Mechanical, Plumbing, Structural, Furniture, Fire, Life Safety, and Control systems while being responsible for your assigned locations and providing backup coverage to other sites during emergencies.

• Control daily operation of all mechanical equipment in physical plant and buildings during 2nd shift operations
• Maintain refrigeration, water cooled and air cooled equipment, heating, ventilation, and hot water equipment
• Oversee chillers, cooling towers, pumps, CRAC/CRAH units, split systems and mini splits, heat pumps, VAV's, fan-powered boxes, VFD's, valves, piping and filters, and other mechanical and electrical equipment for optimal performance
• Evaluate building systems to monitor and improve performance and operating efficiencies
• Respond to emergencies at buildings throughout the region as needed (company vehicle and gas card provided)

What your day-to-day will look like

You'll perform preventative maintenance tasks in a timely manner while ensuring compliance with applicable standards. Complete all tenant service requests accurately and expeditiously during evening shift operations. Monitor quality and pricing of maintenance work performed by outside contractors. Participate in emergency response procedures, technical and safety training programs.

Administrative and Support Functions

• Track and report time worked in accordance with account policies and procedures
• Comply with all purchasing and receiving policies and procedures
• Report property issues that are not within direct responsibility to Chief Engineer or Operations Manager
• Complete all required training and safety programs while maintaining professional development
• Periodically act as on-call engineer for portfolio of buildings
• Handle special projects and other functions as required by manager or client

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk long distances to cover property portfolio
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
• Able to work long hours occasionally and some weekends
• Capability to respond to emergency situations during 2nd shift operations

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 4 years experience in electrical and HVAC trade, including Roof Top Units
• Valid Stationary Engineering License
• Minimum 4 years experience in backup systems (generator and UPS)
• Valid Driver's License
• Knowledge of maintenance and operation of building HVAC systems, and fire life safety systems
• Universal CFC certification
• Good interpersonal skills and positive team attitude
• Familiarity with computers, operations, and office automation applications including Microsoft Office
• Strong customer service orientation with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work long hours occasionally and some weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Data Center Operations and/or Critical Environments experience
• Experience with Trane Tracer SC+
• Knowledge of Northern Illinois building codes and regulations

Key Attributes

• Demonstrated consistency in values, principles, and work ethic
• Understanding of and commitment to client service
• Desire to work within diverse, collaborative, and driven professional environment