Operating Engineer

JLL•Cheektowaga, NY

39d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Operating Engineer at JLL, you will require strong technical, mechanical, and administrative skills necessary to operate and maintain client properties. The primary focus of this position will center on providing high levels of customer service, including on-site and on-call plant operational support. You will have a thorough understanding of all aspects of building operations, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance. You must be able to operate as a team member, support Chief Engineer, organize and prioritize multiple tasks and have strong customer service skills supporting a wide range of clients, contractors and co-employees.

Requirements

5 - 7 years of construction or building engineering related experience
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Experienced with various types of hand tools and use of diagnostic equipment
Physically able to operate electric hand tools, work on a ladder, carry tools and lift and carry up to 70 pounds
Able to work in close spaces such as closets, crawl space and able to work on roofs of buildings
Ability to diagnosis problems, make sound decisions, prioritize, schedule and complete multiple tasks
Proven safety record and compliance to safe work practices
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and equipment manuals
CFC Universal Refrigerant Certification
Proficient computer skills including e-mail, word and excel

Nice To Haves

Trade or Maintenance License
Exposure to a CMMS system, such as Corrigo
Additional certifications in building systems and maintenance
Experience with building automation systems

Responsibilities

Complete work assignments with limited supervision, thoroughly and efficiently
Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair building equipment related to the efficient operation of the building equipment and systems
Work with all types of building equipment, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls (electrical & pneumatic)
Support the property maintenance team, work assigned customer service requests, participate in construction projects and support special set ups relating to events
Assist Lead Engineer with completion of JLL compliance program and associated documentation to achieve compliance at your required account locations
Maintain good tenant relations through prompt and courteous response to tenant request within the guidelines set forth by JLL
Perform predictive maintenance, preventative maintenance, maintenance routines and service requests as directed
Occasionally assist contractors and ensure contracted services are being performed safely and in accordance with established work standards and practices
Maintain and repair locks, locking mechanisms, closers, doors, controllers
Maintain and complete documentation for fire extinguishers, fire suppression systems, building alarm contacts, and other building fire life safety systems
Maintain and repair single phase electrical breakers, switches, receptacles, junction boxes, conduit, lights, and ballasts
Maintain and repair plumbing components including toilets, urinals, lavatories, flush valves, water fountains, sinks, drains, water heaters, piping, and sump pumps
Provide all other building maintenance, repair, and restorative procedures as directed
Prepare, prime and paint building interior and exterior surfaces
Perform general Handyman tasks to maintain buildings
Work independently but occasionally work as a member of a team
Work occasional overtime and holidays as required