Operating Engineer – Critical Environment
About The Position
JLL is hiring an Operating Engineer specializing in critical environments to provide maintenance, monitoring, and repair services in mission-critical facilities. The role helps ensure continuous, reliable operation of building systems and works under the direction of a supervisor. Systems include fire and life safety, mechanical systems such as HVAC, plumbing, and controls, electrical systems such as lighting, UPS, PDU, generators, and primary switchgear, emergency backup systems, and hot water systems. The engineer monitors and adjusts refrigeration, chilled water, air conditioning, boilers, ventilating and hot water heaters, pumps, valves, piping, and filters; records readings; and makes adjustments to maintain reliable operations. The position also involves diagnosing faults, carrying out repairs and installations, overseeing contractors, maintaining engineering records, and following critical-environment safety and operating procedures. This is an on-site position in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Visa sponsorship is not provided; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Requirements
- Hands-on experience in a data center or critical-facility environment, including experience with UPS systems, emergency generators, and switchgear equipment.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and experience completing work through a CMMS system.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrated organizational and analytical abilities.
- Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret technical documents and solve problems involving multiple variables or options.
- A proven track record of delivering excellent internal and external customer service.
Nice To Haves
- Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent certification.
- Universal Technician certification for CFCs, or ability to obtain it within 90 days of employment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze building-system operations, diagnose the root causes of problems or malfunctions, and take prompt, effective corrective action.
- Install, repair, and maintain plumbing, piping, and tubing; wire single- and three-phase motors; run conduit and pull wiring to machinery, motors, and operating parts; and install or rebuild pumps, motors, air compressors, and heat exchangers.
- Operate and maintain critical equipment, including UPS systems, generators, chillers, and critical air-conditioning units.
- Monitor, repair, and maintain refrigeration, water-cooling, air-conditioning, boiler, heating, and hot-water equipment; record readings and report issues.
- Follow departmental policies for safe storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials, and maintain a clean and safe workplace.
- Oversee contractors working in the building, including contractors representing the building or tenants.
- Maintain accurate records of building rounds, readings, engineering logs, and engineering data sheets.
- Complete Critical Environment Operations and HSSE training, and ensure contractors understand the building's critical functions and emergency escalation procedures.
- Follow MOP/SOP/EOP work processes, Critical Awareness protocols, technical bulletins, and established engineering guidelines.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
- Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.
- Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package focused on mental, physical, and emotional health.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
