Operating Engineer - Critical Environment

JLL•Alexandria, VA

55d•Onsite

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. As an Operating Engineer at JLL, you will provide maintenance, monitoring, and repair services in a critical facilities environment. Under supervisor direction, you will ensure the continuous operation and preventive maintenance of all building systems, including fire/life safety, mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, controls), electrical (lighting, UPS, PDU, generators, primary switch gear), emergency backup systems, and hot water systems. Your expertise will help maintain maximum reliability and safety for mission-critical environments.

Requirements

Hands-on experience in a data center or critical facility environment, including UPS systems, emergency generators, and switchgear equipment
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and CMMS platforms
Strong verbal and written communication skills; excellent organizational and analytical abilities
Ability to interpret technical documents and solve complex problems independently
Demonstrated record of delivering high-quality internal and external customer service

Nice To Haves

Additional technical certifications or licenses relating to critical facility operations
Experience facilitating or training in critical environment protocols

Responsibilities

Maintain, monitor, and perform preventive maintenance for all facility systems, ensuring continuous operation and compliance with JLL standards
Adjust and maintain refrigeration, chilled water, air conditioning, boilers, ventilators, hot water heaters, pumps, valves, piping, filters, and other mechanical/electrical equipment
Conduct regular rounds, record readings, and make adjustments to ensure proper equipment operation; analyze system performance and resolve any malfunctions or problems
Repair, maintain, and operate critical equipment including UPS systems, generators, chillers, and critical air conditioning units as necessary.
Comply with departmental policies regarding safe use, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials; maintain a clean and safe work environment
Oversee activities of contractors within the building, ensuring compliance with facility protocols and standards
Maintain records of building rounds, readings, engineering logs, and data sheets
Complete Critical Environment Operations & HSSE training, and ensure all contractors are informed about critical building functions and emergency contacts
Understand and comply with emergency escalation procedures
Ensure strict adherence to Critical Facility Work Authorization (CWA), MOP/SOP/EOP protocols, Critical Awareness Process, Technical Bulletins, and established engineering procedures
Perform additional duties as requested