Building Engineer

Operating/Building Engineer

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Our people at JLL 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:

As an Operating/Building Engineer, you'll play a critical role in keeping our facilities running at peak performance. This position centers on operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing facility equipment across all building systems. At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way for our clients, ourselves, and our fellow employees, and your technical skills will be essential to delivering the reliable, high-quality facility operations our clients depend on. You'll manage complex building systems, respond to emerging issues, and ensure our facilities meet and exceed applicable standards while our clients' operations continue seamlessly.

What Your Day-to-Day Will Look Like:

• Operate, maintain, and repair Mechanical, Plumbing, Structural, Furniture, Fire, Life Safety, and Control systems to keep all facility and building systems performing to applicable standards
• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC systems and associated equipment, including cleaning, inspecting, calibrating, and replacing parts to maintain optimum performance levels
• Record equipment readings and system parameters, making necessary adjustments to ensure proper operation and identifying potential issues before they escalate
• Monitor the quality and pricing of maintenance work performed by outside contractors to ensure standards are met and costs remain competitive
• Maintain responsibility for facility services, purchasing and inventory control, contracted maintenance coordination, and general maintenance tasks
• Perform periodic checks of tool and instrument inventory to ensure all equipment is available, properly maintained, and ready for use
• Troubleshoot and repair lighting systems, including ballast replacement throughout the facility
• Perform maintenance and repairs on plumbing fixtures including toilets, urinals, and hand wash stations, and operate drain cleaning augers to resolve blockages
• Comply with departmental policies for safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials while maintaining a clean and safe workplace at all times

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience maintaining and repairing commercial building systems
• Ability to analyze the operation of various industrial Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC systems, determine the cause of problems or malfunctions, and take corrective action
• Working knowledge of CMMS (i.e. Corrigo)
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Physical ability to bend, sit, kneel, squat, stand, reach, and lay as required to access equipment components for extended periods of time
• Ability to work exposed to varying environmental conditions including heat, sunlight, rain, cold, and both daylight and nighttime hours

Preferred Qualifications:

• EPA 608 Type II Certification or higher for refrigerant handling
• Additional EPA certifications (Universal certification preferred)
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Trade certifications or technical school training in HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing disciplines
• Experience working in mission-critical facilities or environments requiring 24/7 operations

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

Location:

On-site – Dallas, TX

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:

• 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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