Operating Engineer

JLL•Charlotte, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Facility Maintenance Technician at JLL, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our clients' facilities operate at peak performance. You'll be responsible for the maintenance, monitoring, and repair of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, fire/life safety, and building control systems. This hands-on position requires you to maintain facility services through preventative maintenance programs, inventory control, vendor management, and technical troubleshooting. You'll respond to emergencies, diagnose system malfunctions, and implement corrective actions to keep critical building systems running smoothly. At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way—for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees—and this role is essential to delivering the exceptional service our clients expect. Your technical expertise and proactive approach will help create safe, efficient environments where people can do their best work.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent with two years of trades education in electrical system design, refrigeration, and HVAC
Universal Technician certification for CFCs (or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment)
Minimum 2-5 years of experience in building repair and maintenance, plumbing, and electrical systems
Proficiency with computer applications including Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong analytical skills to diagnose system operations, identify malfunctions, and determine appropriate corrective actions
Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills
Hands-on mechanical aptitude with ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Comprehensive understanding of safety protocols and environmental regulations related to facility equipment and operations
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Additional technical certifications in HVAC, electrical, or plumbing systems
Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) and computerized maintenance management software
Knowledge of current building codes, safety standards, and regulatory compliance requirements
Previous experience in commercial or corporate facility environments
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing operational needs

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, Building Automation Systems (BAS), Fire Life Safety (FLS), lighting, and emergency systems to maintain optimal performance
Respond promptly to emergency situations and building system failures, troubleshooting issues and implementing effective solutions
Replace lighting components including bulbs, ballasts, and fixtures throughout the facility
Repair and maintain motors, pumps, water supply systems, boilers, and associated mechanical equipment
Record equipment readings, make operational adjustments, and maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance activities and service requests
Monitor and evaluate the quality, pricing, and performance of outside contractors and vendors to ensure competitive value and quality standards
Verify delivery accuracy for parts and supplies, including count, pricing, and descriptions for all maintenance-related orders
Analyze monthly client service request summaries to identify recurring operational problems and implement corrective measures
Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies while ensuring proper storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials in compliance with safety regulations