Operating Engineer

Cushman & Wakefield•Phoenix, AZ

8d•$34 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The Operating Engineer performs electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and facility operations work in a data center. Working with engineering staff, vendors, and site leadership, the engineer helps ensure the safe and reliable operation of power, cooling, and mechanical infrastructure in a 24x365 mission-critical environment. Facility systems must be maintained in accordance with company standards, client requirements, and industry best practices. The role emphasizes earning operational qualification within six months of beginning training. Employees work rotating shifts and scheduled overtime and must pass onsite annual recertification. The position involves operating, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing building systems and equipment; conducting preventive maintenance and fire and life safety checks; responding to emergencies and customer concerns; and documenting work. Work takes place in a professional data center environment that operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The role may involve travel between properties outdoors in varying weather, on-call duties, and extended work periods without relief during priority or emergency situations. The job requires frequent physical activity, including stooping, standing, climbing, lifting equipment weighing at least 50 pounds, installing or moving equipment, and moving between departments, floors, and properties. Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs that generally include health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work. Compensation is $34.00–$40.00; the offered amount may depend on factors including location, experience, qualifications, and collective bargaining coverage.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 5 years of related experience operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial property setting.
Appropriate trade license or permit where required, such as a Journeyman or Master Electrician License or applicable city licenses and certificates.
Valid driver's license and good driving record, with periodic checks where applicable.
Basic computing skills in Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Experience operating, maintaining, and performing basic repairs on HVAC systems, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, and water systems.
Knowledge of energy management systems, techniques, and operations.
Thorough knowledge of building systems operations, maintenance, and repair.
Ability to stoop, stand, climb, and frequently lift at least 50 pounds of equipment, and safely install rigging and lifting devices.
Ability to crouch, reach, and install or move equipment by bending at the waist or through the legs and spine.
Ability to move between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work.
Ability to speak clearly, understand information presented orally and in writing, and read printed material, drawings, and schematics.
Ability to work rotating shifts and scheduled overtime and pass onsite annual recertification.
May be required to work shifts or on call, and to work extended periods without relief during priority or emergency situations.
May be the only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an apprentice program or trade school.
Universal Technician certification for CFCs, depending on market licensure requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform plumbing, electrical, and HVAC work for the building or buildings.
Maintain heating equipment, chillers, DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, VAV systems, and air distribution systems.
Monitor and adjust mechanical and pneumatic equipment, steam stations, control gauges, distributor panels, valves, thermostats, diffusers, and other equipment needed to provide a comfortable building environment.
Verify field conditions and make necessary repairs or adjustments.
Monitor energy management.
Repair doors, ceilings, hand railings, floors, and other property features; perform general repairs, adjustments, and installations.
Repair plumbing fixtures, including water closets, urinals, flush valve assemblies, and lavatories.
Perform preventive maintenance according to C&W standards, building protocols, manufacturer recommendations, and industry best practices. Tasks include changing filters, cleaning coils, flushing condensers, punching tubes, greasing bearings, inspecting and adjusting belts, replacing motor bearings, aligning pulleys and shafts, monitoring water treatment and associated feed equipment, maintaining cooling towers, and completing inspections and scheduled routines.
Inspect engine room and fan room equipment, cooling towers, motors, house pumps, electric rooms, backup generators, fire pumps, sump pumps, and ejector pumps.
Replace lamps and light fixtures, reinstall or replace signage, and ensure rooms are clean and free of obstructions and debris.
Check emergency exit signs and lights, ensure emergency stairs and exits remain clear, and perform fire and life safety inspections in accordance with NFPA, local jurisdiction, C&W standards, building protocols, and supervisory or property management direction.
Document and report activities to a supervisor.
Respond immediately to emergencies, including fire, evacuation, and equipment failure, and address customer concerns.
Comply with applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency requirements, and company directives, and follow safe work practices.
Complete required annual C&W safety training.
Comply with the C&W uniform dress code while working and maintain a neat, clean appearance on the property outside working hours.