Building Engineer

JLL • Dallas, TX

18d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Operating/Building Engineer, you will operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility equipment across building systems to keep facilities performing reliably and to applicable standards. The role involves managing complex systems, responding to emerging issues, and helping ensure client operations continue seamlessly. This position is on-site in Dallas, Texas.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience maintaining and repairing commercial building systems.
• Ability to analyze industrial mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, determine causes of problems or malfunctions, and take corrective action.
• Working knowledge of a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), such as Corrigo.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Physical ability to bend, sit, kneel, squat, stand, reach, and lie down as needed to access equipment components for extended periods.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including heat, sunlight, rain, and cold, during both daylight and nighttime hours.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• EPA 608 Type II Certification or higher for refrigerant handling.
• Additional EPA certifications; Universal certification preferred.
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Trade certifications or technical school training in HVAC, electrical, or plumbing disciplines.
• Experience working in mission-critical facilities or environments requiring 24/7 operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems and associated equipment, including cleaning, inspecting, calibrating, and replacing parts.
• Record equipment readings and system parameters, make adjustments for proper operation, and identify potential issues before they escalate.
• Monitor the quality and pricing of maintenance work performed by outside contractors.
• Oversee facility services, purchasing and inventory control, contracted maintenance coordination, and general maintenance tasks.
• Periodically check tool and instrument inventory to ensure equipment is available, properly maintained, and ready for use.
• Troubleshoot and repair lighting systems, including replacing ballasts.
• Maintain and repair plumbing fixtures, including toilets, urinals, and hand wash stations, and use drain-cleaning augers to resolve blockages.
• Follow departmental policies for safe storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials and maintain a clean, safe workplace.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Medical, dental, and vision care.
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.
• Supportive culture and a comprehensive benefits package focused on mental, physical, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED