Stationary Engineer

JLL • South San Francisco, CA

4d • $159,120 - $159,120 • Onsite

About The Position

JLL is hiring a Stationary Engineer to operate, maintain, monitor, and repair building mechanical and related systems at an on-site facility in South San Francisco, California. The role supports safe, comfortable, and energy-efficient building operations for tenants and occupants, including systems for boilers, chillers, HVAC, electrical power, and building automation.

The engineer maintains a broad range of building infrastructure, including steam and hot-water distribution, refrigeration and air conditioning, compressed air, gas and fuel-oil systems, water distribution and treatment, sanitary sewer systems, pumps, motors, and controls. The position also covers eligible maintenance of elevators and related equipment, life-safety equipment, kitchen equipment, and trash, recycling, and composting compactors. The engineer manages maintenance parts and materials inventory and keeps equipment rooms in good physical condition. Work on elevators and similar equipment is limited to situations where specialized contractors are not responsible and the engineer is appropriately licensed.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least three years of experience operating and maintaining commercial building mechanical systems. Candidates should have knowledge of relevant building systems, be able to interpret technical documentation, troubleshoot issues, work safely in mechanical spaces, and communicate effectively. The stated compensation is $159,120 per year. JLL says the role does not provide visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience operating and maintaining commercial building mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of boilers, chillers, HVAC systems, electrical systems, and building automation.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Physical ability to work in mechanical rooms, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of OSHA safety regulations and environmental compliance.
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Universal EPA certification for refrigerant handling.
• Stationary Engineer License, Class 1, 2, or 3 depending on facility requirements.
• Additional trade certifications in electrical, HVAC, or plumbing.
• 5 or more years of commercial building operations experience.
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Knowledge of energy management and building optimization.
• Previous experience in critical facilities such as hospitals, data centers, or laboratories.
• Boiler inspection or welding certifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair boilers, heaters, pumps, valves, steam and hot-water distribution equipment, and related lines.
• Operate, maintain, and repair refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, including refrigerant components and lines, using approved refrigerant recovery equipment and processes.
• Maintain and repair pumps and related equipment used for brines and other secondary refrigerating liquids.
• Maintain and repair air compressors, distribution lines, air dryers, filters, and related control devices.
• Maintain and repair natural and manufactured gas distribution lines and associated regulation and control equipment.
• Maintain and repair water filters, softeners, piping, expansion tanks, pumps, sinks, toilets, supply lines, drains, control devices, and sprinkler systems.
• Maintain and repair electrical motors and engines powering pumps, compressors, generators, and fans.
• Maintain elevators, man lifts, escalators, and hoist ways when the work is not assigned to specialized contractors and the engineer is properly licensed.
• Perform electrical and control-system work, including circuit diagnostics, tracing, troubleshooting, and maintenance or repair of motor controls and variable frequency drives.
• Use tools and special equipment necessary to operate, maintain, and repair building equipment.
• Maintain and repair fuel-oil systems, including piping, pumps, valves, strainers, filters, separators, and controls.
• Maintain and repair building automation systems for HVAC, lighting, and other controlled systems, including consoles, data-gathering panels, remote sensors, and indicating devices.
• Maintain and repair sanitary sewer systems, sump pumps and basins, grease traps, water closets, urinals, flush valves, angle stops, and piping; clear fixture and line blockages as needed and preventively.
• Maintain and repair trash, recycling, composting, and baling compactors, including their electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain and repair kitchen equipment, excluding tenant-owned equipment.
• Operate, maintain, and repair life-safety equipment and support its testing.
• Control inventory of parts and materials needed for building-system maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain and repair equipment rooms to preserve their physical condition and appearance.

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 prioritizing mental, physical, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED