Critical Environments Operating Engineer (Days)

JLL•Reno, NV

2d•$80,000 - $85,633•Onsite

About The Position

As a Critical Environments Operating Engineer at JLL, you will help maintain mission-critical data center infrastructure and support uninterrupted operations. The role involves operating, monitoring, and maintaining sophisticated electrical and mechanical systems, including UPS systems, generators, cooling systems, and medium-voltage electrical infrastructure. You will use established procedures and problem-solving skills in a high-stakes environment to keep critical facilities operating reliably. The position is on-site in Reno, Nevada, with a scheduled shift of 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday through Wednesday. The role may also require schedule flexibility, holiday work, and responding to site emergencies. This position does not provide visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Expected compensation is $80,000 to $85,633 per year. Final compensation depends on factors including qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 2 years of hands-on experience in a data center or critical facility environment.
Demonstrated experience with mission-critical building systems, including UPS systems, emergency generators, switchgear, and power distribution equipment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to document activities and communicate technical information clearly.
Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Google Suite, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds, climb ladders up to 30 feet (with a 300-pound weight limit), work at heights, and navigate rooftops.
Flexibility to work different schedules, including holidays, and respond to site emergencies as needed.
Ability to frequently walk, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and work overhead in large campus-like settings.
Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience using the Corrigo work order management system.
Universal EPA 608 certification for refrigerant handling.
NFPA 70E training for electrical safety in the workplace.
Experience with critical infrastructure in mission-critical or 24/7 operational environments.
Background in industrial controls, building automation systems (BAS), or energy management systems.
Previous experience in vendor management and contractor coordination.
Relevant trade certifications or technical training in electrical, mechanical, or HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain critical building systems to support 100% uptime, including fire and life safety systems, HVAC, chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, plumbing, controls, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, power distribution, and transformers.
Monitor, adjust, and maintain refrigeration, chilled water, air conditioning equipment, boilers, pumps, valves, piping, and electrical systems.
Record equipment readings, analyze system operations, identify problems or malfunctions, and take corrective action as needed.
Manage work orders through a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), coordinate with vendors, and respond to customer-facing tickets promptly and professionally.
Learn data center infrastructure to manage incidents and events that could affect critical systems.
Follow emergency escalation procedures and respond to site emergencies to protect critical operations.
Safely store, use, and dispose of hazardous materials, and maintain a clean, organized workplace that complies with safety standards.