Mechanical Operating Engineer, Data Centers

JLL•Orangeburg, NY

3d•$109,000 - $109,000•Onsite

About The Position

JLL is hiring a union Data Center Mechanical Operating Engineer (Local 30) to support the safe, efficient, and proper operation of assigned building systems in a data center. The engineer assists with hands-on maintenance, minor repairs, system operation and monitoring, preventive maintenance, equipment rounds, and service requests. The role includes maintaining critical mechanical, electrical, power generation, plumbing, structural, fire and life-safety, and control systems, as well as supporting refrigeration, cooling, HVAC, boiler, heating, ventilation, and hot-water equipment. The engineer must be a member in good standing of Local 30 or be willing to join upon acceptance by the union. This is an onsite position in Orangeburg, New York, with an overnight schedule of 11 PM–7 AM Sunday through Tuesday and Friday and Saturday, with Wednesday and Thursday off. The role periodically serves as the on-call engineer as requested by a supervisor. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least four years of relevant experience in the building maintenance industry.
Accredited trade school degree in HVAC, electronics, or another industry-related trade; union training and certification is also acceptable.
Universal CFC certification, or ability to obtain it within 90 days of employment.
Must be a member in good standing of Local 30 or willing to become a member upon acceptance by the union.
Knowledge of the safe and proper use of ladders, lifts, basic hand tools, a voltmeter, manual drain auger, plumber’s helper, safety goggles, ear protection, and fire extinguisher.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and follow detailed procedures, forms, and data-logging practices.
Ability to use desktop PCs, cellular phones, tablets/iPads, copiers/scanners, other electronic devices, Microsoft Office (especially Word, Outlook, and Excel), and CMMS systems.
Ability to calculate loads, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume, and apply basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems, manage concrete variables where standardization is limited, and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; lifting or moving up to 10 pounds regularly, 25 pounds frequently, and 50 pounds occasionally.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, repair, and operate mechanical, electrical, and power generation equipment and systems supporting the critical environment.
Operate systems safely and efficiently in accordance with government regulations, company policies, and standard operating procedures.
Learn building control, electrical, and UPS systems using on-the-job training, manuals, and documentation.
Perform predictive, planned, preventive, and routine maintenance, equipment rounds, and assigned service requests in accordance with JLL’s Preventative Maintenance Program.
Assist with developing and improving preventive maintenance programs, schedules, work instructions, SOPs, and operating procedures.
Inspect and repair pumps, fans, valves, and motors, and verify proper equipment and system operation.
Visually and operationally inspect equipment; interpret specifications, blueprints, and job standards to carry out assignments.
Analyze and resolve work problems, or assist with doing so, and work toward achieving goals.
Maintain time and production records and customer service requests.
Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life-safety, and control systems to keep them to applicable standards.
Monitor and maintain refrigeration, water-cooling, air-conditioning, boiler, heating, ventilation, hot-water, pump, valve, piping, filter, and other mechanical and electrical equipment.
Complete tenant service requests accurately and promptly.
Follow building policies and procedures, including safe storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials, and maintain a clean and safe workplace.
Periodically act as the on-call engineer when requested by the supervisor.
Participate in emergency response procedures and technical and safety training programs.
Use appropriate safety equipment and perform all work safely.
Work flexibly across a changing range of responsibilities while following procedures intended to minimize human error and contributing to a positive, collaborative work environment.