Building Maintenance Engineer
About The Position
JLL is seeking an experienced Building Maintenance Engineer to support building operations in Downtown Milwaukee. The role maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs HVAC systems, chillers, mechanical equipment, and building infrastructure to support safe, reliable, and efficient facility operations. It helps minimize downtime, supports preventative maintenance programs, responds to emergencies, and provides service to building occupants and clients. The position includes plumbing, carpentry, and general building maintenance; operation and monitoring of critical building systems; scheduled tours and inspections; maintenance documentation; and support for safety and compliance. The employee may respond to after-hours emergencies and coordinate with on-call personnel and vendors when needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 5 years of experience in facility engineering or plant maintenance, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
- Experience working with chillers, HVAC equipment, pumps, fluid handling systems, and mechanical equipment.
- Strong troubleshooting and repair skills related to commercial building systems and infrastructure.
- Proficiency with basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office, email systems, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds, operate hand and power tools, climb ladders, and perform physical maintenance activities throughout the facility.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings, weekends, and emergency response situations.
- Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Trade school education or technical/vocational training in HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, or mechanical systems.
- Experience working with Building Automation Systems (BAS).
- Familiarity with emergency power systems, fire suppression systems, and steam systems.
- Experience overseeing or coordinating vendor and contractor activities within a commercial facility.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety practices and commercial building code compliance.
- Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience in high-rise commercial buildings, critical environments, or large facility operations.
Responsibilities
- Perform plumbing, carpentry, and general building maintenance.
- Perform preventative maintenance and support reliability-centered maintenance practices for building systems and infrastructure.
- Monitor and operate emergency generators, fire suppression equipment, cooling towers, air handling units, steam systems, and condensate return systems.
- Conduct scheduled tours and inspections of the Building Automation System (BAS), mechanical rooms, generator rooms, switchgear rooms, and related facility spaces.
- Respond to after-hours building emergencies and take corrective action independently or coordinate with on-call personnel and vendors.
- Review and maintain accurate work orders, maintenance logs, and CMMS documentation.
- Follow OSHA regulations, building codes, environmental standards, and JLL policies and procedures.
- Support vendor and contractor activities within the facility, as applicable.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
- Comprehensive 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
