Data Center Engineer

Salary: $110,000 - 150,000 per year Requirements:

• We require a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• We look for at least 4 years of related work experience.
• We need working knowledge of systems, emergency generators, and switchgears.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• You must be able to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, technical procedures, and relevant government regulations and codes.
• You should be able to prepare routine reports and correspondence.
• You need to speak effectively before small groups of tenants or colleagues.
• You should have working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access, or the ability to build proficiency in these tools and other software packages.
• You must be able to interact professionally with tenants and contractors.
• You must be able to work varied schedules, including holidays.
• You must be able to respond to site emergencies.
• Preferred experience includes Corrigo, MCIM/Salesforce, Zendesk, and ServiceNow.
• Preferred background includes hands-on experience in a data center or critical facility, including UPS systems.
• Physical capability is required for extensive walking in campus-style settings, frequent climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, stooping, overhead work, lifting at least 50 lbs, climbing stairs, accessing rooftops, and using ladders up to 30 ft.

• We maintain, monitor, and perform preventive maintenance on all data center systems to support continuous operation and 100% uptime.
• We work on fire and life safety systems, mechanical systems such as HVAC, chillers, CRAC, CRAH, plumbing, and controls, as well as electrical and backup power systems including lighting, UPS, ATS, STS, PDU, generators, primary switchgear, power distribution, transformers, and hot water systems.
• We monitor, adjust, and maintain refrigeration, chilled water, and air conditioning equipment, along with boilers, ventilating and water heaters, pumps, valves, piping, filters, and other mechanical and electrical equipment.
• We record operating readings and make adjustments as needed to keep equipment running properly.
• We oversee building management systems and respond quickly to alarms and alerts.
• We analyze system performance, identify the cause of malfunctions, and carry out corrective action.
• We follow departmental rules for the safe storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• We learn the site thoroughly so we can manage incidents and events that may place critical systems at risk.
• We handle work order management, including CMMS, vendor coordination, and customer-facing tickets.
• We follow emergency escalation procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

• CMMS
• Excel
• Support
• Salesforce
• ServiceNow
• Zendesk
• AI
• Security

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At JLL, we are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world-class services, advisory expertise, and technology for our clients. We invest in talented people and support them with a culture that helps them grow meaningful careers and feel they belong. This is an on-site Data Center Operating Engineer role in Charlotte, NC. We offer a supportive benefits package that may include a 401(k) with company matching, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, paid parental leave at 100% of salary, paid time off and company holidays, and early access to earned wages through Daily Pay. We are an equal opportunity employer and accept applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is identified.

last updated 34 week of 2026