Operating Engineer-1

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Operating Engineer

What this job involves:

The Operating Engineer has a strong focus on operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing facility equipment on all systems. In order to successfully complete daily and weekly work assignments, the Operating Engineer is expected to demonstrate technical expertise in one craft area (e.g., Electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, Central Utility Plant Operations) and be multi-skilled in others. This union position requires safely operating the facility in accordance with all applicable government and regulatory requirements while maintaining HVAC systems and equipment at optimum levels through cleaning, inspecting, and changing parts as needed.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Safely operate the facility in accordance with all applicable government and regulatory requirements while demonstrating and enforcing safety rules and behaviors. Identify, enforce, and assess safety hazards and risks, and participate in incident investigations.

• Perform maintenance and monitoring repairs to mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, control, and fire, life, and safety systems to keep building systems up to applicable standards. Maintain HVAC systems and equipment at optimum levels through cleaning, inspecting, and changing parts.

• Record readings and make adjustments where necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment. Comply with departmental policies for safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials while maintaining a clean and safe workplace.

• Monitor pricing and work quality of outside contractors, reviewing monthly Client Service Request summaries to pinpoint and correct recurrent operational problems.

• Respond to customer inquiries in a timely and professional manner, assisting the site Facility Management team with emergency situations (e.g., fire alarms, chemical spills, hazardous conditions) and taking appropriate actions.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or state equivalent
• Minimum of two years of college or related trade schooling
• Minimum of four years' experience in electrician trade or related field - or, minimum of four years' experience in HVAC/refrigeration trade or related field
• Required current FDNY Cat Q99 COQ Refrigeration license
• Must pass TSA background and drug screening
• Ability to perform all work using proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to perform all applicable safety policies, procedures, and practices in strict accordance
• Thorough knowledge of building systems to achieve operating costs - especially energy - and satisfy customer requirements
• Demonstrated aptitude for and/or practical experience with thermodynamic, electrical, and/or mechanical systems, as well as computer-controlled equipment
• Working knowledge of computer applications, including Word and Excel
• Physical ability to lift a minimum of 80 lbs., climb stairs and navigate rooftops to access equipment, use ladders up to 30 ft. and work from heights, and climb a ladder with a 300-lb. weight limit while carrying a tool bag weighing approximately 20 lbs.
• Ability to perform frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, stooping, and working/extending overhead in large, campus-like settings

Preferred Qualifications:

• GMP experience

Location: Flushing, NY

Salary: $97,864

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

Estimated compensation for this position:

97,864.00 - 97,864.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site -Flushing, NY

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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