Sr. Operating Engineer (HVAC) - 2nd shift

JLL•Whitsett, NC

2d•$59,400 - $72,600•Onsite

About The Position

Join JLL as a Sr. Operating Engineer / HVAC Tech and become a key contributor to our facility operations team. In this role, you'll apply your extensive HVAC expertise to maintain and optimize critical building systems in a dynamic Data Center environment. You'll work hands-on with advanced mechanical systems including chilled water systems, cooling towers, chillers, boilers, and multiple Building Management System (BMS) platforms. Your technical proficiency will ensure seamless facility operations, exceptional tenant service, and system reliability. This position offers the opportunity to leverage your skills in commercial HVAC while expanding your expertise in areas such as plumbing, carpentry, and building automation. Join us in delivering world-class facility services that support JLL's commitment to operational excellence and client satisfaction.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in HVAC trade with applied working knowledge of building trades
Experience with Data Center settings, operations, and protocol
Applied working knowledge of chilled water systems, cooling towers, and chillers including associated pumps, valves, VFDs, and VAVs
Applied working knowledge of forced air furnaces and boilers including associated pumps and condensate return systems
Applied working knowledge of multiple BMS platforms
Knowledge of maintenance and operation of building automation, water treatment, and fire life safety systems
Universal CFC certification (required)
High school diploma or GED
Strong customer service orientation with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good interpersonal skills and a positive team attitude
Familiarity with computers and office automation applications, including Microsoft Office
Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk long distances, bend, and lift objects up to 100 lbs
Ability to work long hours occasionally, including some weekends and holidays

Nice To Haves

Additional experience in plumbing, carpentry, painting, wall repair, and event support
Previous experience as a stationary facility engineer in a large facility or mobile facility engineer responsible for multiple facilities
Advanced certifications in HVAC, building automation, or related mechanical systems
Experience working in large commercial or enterprise-level Data Center environments

Responsibilities

Control the daily operation of all mechanical equipment in the physical plant and buildings
Perform maintenance and repairs to Mechanical, Plumbing, Structural, Furniture, and Control systems to maintain applicable standards
Monitor and maintain responsibility for tenant services, preventative maintenance, purchasing and inventory control, contracted maintenance, general maintenance, and technical proficiency
Operate and maintain refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment, boilers, heating, ventilating and hot water equipment, pumps, valves, piping, filters, and other mechanical and electrical equipment
Complete all tenant service requests accurately and expediently
Perform preventative maintenance tasks in a timely manner
Monitor the quality of maintenance work performed by outside contractors
Evaluate building systems to monitor and improve performance for efficient operation
Comply with all policies and procedures established for the building
Actively participate in emergency response procedures, technical and safety training programs
Perform all work using proper safety equipment and in a safe manner
Participate in rotating on-call assignments with Facilities Services