Mobile Engineer (Union)

JLL•Palo Alto, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mobile Engineer operates, inspects, and maintains HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and systems in assigned facilities, aiming to maximize efficiency and equipment life, maintain safe and energy-efficient operation, and minimize downtime. The role also involves inspecting and repairing interior and exterior property areas, including walls, flooring, fixtures, roofing systems, and lighting. This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between JLL and the International Union of Operating Engineers – Local 39. The engineer performs preventive maintenance, responds to repair work orders and emergencies, carries out facility inspections and due diligence, and reports findings and recommended actions to management. The role requires familiarity with building automation, fire and life safety systems, and other building equipment; compliance with safety practices and applicable ordinances and codes; and support for after-hours building activities, on-call duties, and overtime as required. JLL provides tools needed for the assigned work. The position is onsite in Palo Alto, California, and does not provide visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

Possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
Hold Type II EPA 608 Certification.
Have at least four years of technical experience in all aspects of building engineering, with a strong background in packaged HVAC, plumbing, and electrical equipment repair and maintenance.
Be able to lift up to 80 pounds and climb ladders up to 30 feet.
Be able to perform on-call duties and overtime as required.
Be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Universal EPA 608 Certification.
Knowledge of overall MEP/HVAC system design and application.
Experience managing work orders using CMMS technology.
Experience in a service-related role specific to commercial facilities.

Responsibilities

Perform ongoing preventive maintenance and repair work orders on facility mechanical, electrical, and other installed systems, equipment, and components.
Maintain, operate, and repair HVAC systems and associated equipment, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, building interiors and exteriors, and related grounds for assigned buildings.
Conduct assigned facility inspections and due diligence, and report conditions that may affect client occupancy or operations.
Respond effectively to emergencies.
Prepare and submit summary reports to management describing conditions found and recommending or suggesting action.
Study and become familiar with equipment and proper operating methods, including building automation systems, fire and life safety systems, and other building-related equipment.
Follow safety procedures, maintain housekeeping and work-area safety, identify hazards, and propose ways to eliminate them.
Maintain compliance with applicable state, county, and city ordinances, codes, and laws.
Support after-hours building-related activities as required and perform on-call duties and overtime as required.
Attend periodic training seminars.
Perform other operational tasks typically expected of a Mobile Engineer.