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JOB DESCRIPTION
OPERATING ENGINEER
QUALIFICATIONS – To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE – A high school diploma or GED is required. A minimum four (4) years of relevant experience in the building maintenance industry and accredited trade school degree in HVAC, electronic, or other industry related trade. Union training and certification is also acceptable. Must have Universal CFC certification (or obtain within 90 days of employment). Should be knowledgeable in the safe and proper use of the following tools: ladders, lifts, basic hand tools, voltmeter, manual drain auger, plumbers helper, safety goggles, ear protection, and fire extinguisher.
LANGUAGE SKILLS - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance
instructions, and procedure manuals. Have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as load balancing, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Have the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Have the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule format.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee frequently is required to
stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The
employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25
pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock, moving mechanical parts and heights up to 30ft. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions as well as very cold and uncomfortable heat while inside and out of the facility. The noise level in the work environment is at times moderately loud.
JOB SUMMARY
An Operating Engineer will be responsible to assist in the hands-on maintenance of building systems for the safe, efficient, and proper operations of all assigned properties. Engineer will perform minor repairs and helps in the operation, monitoring, and performance of preventive maintenance on the building systems as necessary. The Operating Engineer must be willing to become a member of the Union holding the Collective Bargaining Agreement for the site (if not already).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSABILITIES includes but not limited to the following.
Perform the installation, maintenance, repair and operation of mechanical, electrical and power generation equipment and systems to support the critical environment.
Operate systems in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with government regulations, company policies and standard operating procedures.
Quickly learn building control, electrical and UPS systems, utilizing on the job training, operations manuals and documentation.
Perform predictive, planned, preventative and routine maintenance as well as equipment rounds, and service requests as directed. Perform maintenance in accordance with the JLL Preventative Maintenance Program. Assist with the development and improvement of preventative maintenance programs, schedules, work instructions, SOP’s and operational procedures.
Inspect and repair pumps, fans, valves, and motors ensuring proper operation of the equipment and systems.
Perform visual and operational inspection of associated equipment and interpret specifications, blueprints and job standards to perform assigned duties.
Determine and/or assist with analyzing and resolving work problems and achieving work goals
Maintain time and production records and customer service requests.
Must be comfortable and flexible enough to work with a wide-ranging and changing scope of responsibilities while adhering to the constraints of procedures put in place to minimize the risk for human error.
Team player with the desire to foster teamwork to help create a positive working environment.
Perform maintenance and repairs to the Mechanical, Plumbing, Structural, Furniture, Fire, Life Safety, and Control systems for the facility to keep these systems up to applicable standards
Monitor operation and maintain refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment, boilers, heating, ventilating and hot water equipment, pumps, valves, piping and filters, other mechanical and electrical equipment
Perform and/or complete all tenant service requests accurately and expediently.
Complies with all policies and procedures established for the building, including safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials while maintaining a clean and safe workplace
Periodically acts as the on-call engineer as requested by supervisor.
Actively participate in emergency response procedures, technical and safety training programs.
Perform all work using the proper safety equipment and in a safe manner.
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.