Operating Engineer

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Operating Engineer – JLL

What this job involves :

As an Operating Engineer, you will be responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing facility equipment across multiple building systems, including Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Fire, and Life Safety. You are expected to bring deep technical expertise in at least one craft area — whether Electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, or Central Utility Plant Operations — while also being multi-skilled enough to take on a variety of daily and weekly work assignments. This is a hands-on, field-based role where your commitment to safety, precision, and continuous improvement directly impacts the experience of everyone in the facilities you support. We embrace more innovative ways of working, and in this position, you'll have the tools, the team, and the opportunity to grow your craft within a global organization that prioritizes your development.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Perform maintenance, monitoring, and repairs to Mechanical, Plumbing, Structural, Furniture, Fire, Life Safety, and Control systems to keep facilities up to applicable standards
• Maintain HVAC systems and associated equipment at optimum performance levels through cleaning, inspecting, calibrating, and changing parts as needed
• Record equipment readings and make necessary adjustments to ensure proper operation at all times
• Review client service request summaries to identify and correct recurring operational issues, coordinating closely with vendors and internal teams — reflecting our culture of collaboration
• Monitor quality and pricing of maintenance work performed by outside contractors and evaluate vendors regularly for performance and competitiveness
• Comply with all departmental policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials, maintaining a clean and safe workplace at all times
• Perform periodic checks of tool and instrument inventory and maintain responsibility for purchasing, inventory control, and preventative maintenance programs

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 2–4 years of experience maintaining and repairing commercial building systems
• Ability to analyze the operation of commercial or industrial Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC systems, identify root causes of malfunctions, and take corrective action
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Physical ability to bend, sit, kneel, squat, stand, reach, and lay for extended periods to access equipment components; ability to work in varying environmental conditions including heat, cold, and outdoor exposure

Preferred Qualifications:

• EPA 608 Universal / CFC Universal Certification
• Two or more years of trade school education in electrical systems, refrigeration, or HVAC
• Accredited trade school degree or union training and certification in an industry-related trade
• Proficiency in computer applications including Microsoft Word and Excel; familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as Corrigo
• Knowledge of proper and safe use of tools including ladders, lifts, volt meters, manual drain augers, and related equipment
• Experience evaluating vendors and verifying accuracy of deliveries for count, pricing, and description

Location: Charleston, WV

Schedule: M-F 7:30AM - 4:30PM

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Location:

On-site –Charleston, WV

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. 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. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary 

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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