Union Chief Engineer

JLL•San Jose, CA

5d•$194,168 - $213,574•Onsite

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way . Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. What this job involves: Responsible for the operational management and effective daily leadership and administration of the engineering team with the objectives of safely, efficiently, and effectively operating machinery and systems in a cost-effective manner. The Chief Engineer must ensure the highest level of professionalism, while meeting the clients’ needs, and a commitment to achieving the goal of 100% uptime throughout the engineering team. Responsible for protecting and improving the value of the client’s assets and ensuring that building engineering systems continue to perform their intended function. The Chief Engineer will implement and manage the reliability-based maintenance function. The incumbent also executes equipment inspection and monitoring programs; defines and implements maintenance best practices to improve overall mechanical equipment uptime; and continuously evaluates current maintenance, operations and reliability methods and implements changes to enhance effectiveness at increasing value-maximizing performance.

Requirements

7+ years facility related work experience, including building engineering, customer service, leadership.
Managerial experience (overseeing team of building engineers).
Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance processes.
Understands aspects of construction planning and execution.
Exposure to HVAC, fluid handling/pumping, fluid filtering, mechanical systems, welding, and electrical systems engineering and operation.
Working knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office and CMMS systems.
Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills.
Proven record of excellent internal and external customer service.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Universal Technician for CFC’s (or within 90 days of employment).
Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Equipment Operations & Maintenance - Monitor and maintain all mechanical and electrical systems including HVAC, refrigeration, boilers, pumps, and piping; perform preventive maintenance tasks and oversee repair schedules while reviewing operational logs to ensure proper equipment function
Inventory & Procurement Management - Ensure adequate inventory of tools and supplies through purchase order preparation, vendor sourcing, and regular inventory assessments to maintain building operations
Contractor Oversight - Supervise and coordinate all contractor activities within the building, whether representing the building management or tenant operations, ensuring work quality and compliance
Procedure Development & Documentation - Develop, review, and continuously improve Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs) while maintaining all infrastructure documentation, building drawings, and regulatory compliance records
Safety & Regulatory Compliance - Identify and remediate safety hazards, implement safety training programs, ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, and alert management to building discrepancies
Team Leadership & CFWA Management - Supervise engineers and maintenance staff including hiring, training, and development while ensuring the Critical Facility Work Authorization process is understood and followed by all staff, tenants, and contractors
Staff Training & Development - Provide comprehensive training on tool usage, maintenance procedures, safety protocols, and troubleshooting while recommending external courses and maintaining professional standards across the operations team