Engineering Lead

JLL•Miami, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Lead Technician at JLL, you'll play a vital role in shaping a brighter way for our clients by ensuring their facilities operate at peak performance every day. This position puts you at the center of building operations, where you'll lead maintenance activities, oversee critical building systems, and support a team of technicians dedicated to maintaining high operational standards. You'll be empowered to thrive as you troubleshoot complex technical challenges, coordinate with vendors and site leadership, and ensure safety compliance across all facility operations. We embrace more innovative ways of working, and you'll have the opportunity to strengthen and advance your career while implementing best practices in preventive maintenance and building system optimization. Your leadership will foster a culture of collaboration among technicians, contractors, and occupants, ensuring seamless facility performance in a dynamic commercial real estate environment. This role offers hands-on technical work combined with team leadership responsibilities that make a tangible difference in how our clients experience their workplaces.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
3–7 years of experience in facility maintenance, building engineering, or related technical roles
Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems with proven troubleshooting abilities
Experience leading maintenance teams or supervising technical staff in a commercial facility environment
Familiarity with CMMS platforms and preventive maintenance program implementation
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints
Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders
Physical ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds, with capability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and work in mechanical spaces for extended periods
Valid driver's license for multi-site support or vendor coordination

Nice To Haves

Technical certification, trade school education, or relevant trade licenses (EPA certification, HVAC certification, etc.)
Experience in commercial real estate, critical facility environments, or large-scale property operations
Knowledge of workplace safety standards, OSHA compliance requirements, and environmental regulations
Background with budgeting, inventory management, and procurement of maintenance supplies and equipment
Availability for after-hours support, emergency response, or rotating shifts as needed

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor maintenance technicians in executing daily operations, preventive maintenance schedules, and system inspections
Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life safety systems to ensure optimal performance
Conduct routine facility inspections and equipment assessments to identify issues proactively and maintain operational efficiency and safety compliance
Manage work orders through computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and maintain accurate records, logs, and compliance documentation
Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for specialized maintenance services and repairs while minimizing equipment downtime
Provide technical guidance and training to junior technicians and facility staff, supporting their professional development
Respond to emergency maintenance situations and ensure adherence to company safety procedures, environmental standards, and local regulations