Specialist, Engineering Services

JLL•Nashville, TN

19h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Operating Engineer at JLL, you'll be the technical backbone of our mixed-use facility operations, ensuring critical building systems operate at peak performance while identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and reduce energy consumption. This hands-on role combines your mechanical expertise with problem-solving abilities to maintain HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems that keep our properties running smoothly. You'll work independently while collaborating with a dedicated team, making decisions that directly impact operational excellence and tenant satisfaction. If you're a self-motivated professional who takes pride in maintaining world-class facilities and enjoys the variety of challenges each day brings, this role offers the perfect opportunity to apply your technical skills in a dynamic commercial real estate environment.

Requirements

Valid state driver's license with clean driving record to travel between sites and pick up parts as needed.
Minimum 2 years of hands-on technical experience in commercial building engineering with demonstrated expertise in at least one technical craft (HVAC, plumbing, or electrical systems).
High school diploma or GED equivalent demonstrating foundational education and learning capability.
Proven ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and independently complete basic to intermediate plumbing and electrical repairs on commercial building systems.
Proficiency with computers and standard software applications (Microsoft Office Suite), web-based platforms, and handheld electronic devices for work documentation and communication.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) and HVAC system design principles and their practical application in commercial building environments.
Prior experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for work order tracking, preventive maintenance scheduling, and facility documentation.
Universal EPA 608 Certification demonstrating qualified handling of refrigerants and HVAC systems.
Experience with building automation and control systems, including basic programming or adjustment capabilities for optimizing system performance.
Familiarity with energy management practices and proven track record of identifying and implementing energy-saving initiatives in commercial facilities.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC systems, water chillers, mechanical equipment, plumbing, and electrical systems to ensure optimal building performance and minimize downtime.
Conduct facility inspections to identify energy-saving opportunities and recommend system or operational improvements that reduce energy consumption and operating costs.
Diagnose and troubleshoot building system issues independently, determining appropriate repair solutions and executing fixes with minimal supervision.
Manage work orders through the CMMS platform, documenting completed maintenance activities, parts usage, and system conditions to maintain accurate facility records.
Coordinate with building occupants, team members, contractors, and clients to schedule maintenance activities, respond to service requests, and ensure minimal disruption to operations.
Assist other trades as needed with general building maintenance, grounds upkeep, and cross-functional projects that support overall facility operations.
Monitor building automation and control systems, adjusting settings to optimize comfort, efficiency, and equipment performance across all building systems.