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Building Engineer

$81.12k - $91.52k

JLL

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way .

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 peopleand empowering them tothrive, 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 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:
  • Perform building rounds to ensure all systems are operable with no noted problems or alarm conditions

  • Execute preventive maintenance tasks including cleaning HVAC coils, changing filters and belts, and lubricating rotating equipment

  • Record temperatures, pressures, and other operating parameters to assess system and equipment performance

  • Prioritize and complete all PM, corrective, and emergent work orders in the queue (annual, monthly, weekly, and daily)

  • Update work order status in real time utilizing CMMS system and maintain accurate documentation

  • Troubleshoot systems, equipment, and components to make repairs and ensure reliability

  • Maintain and repair plumbing components including toilets, urinals, lavatories, flush valves, sinks, drains, water heaters, and piping

  • Complete general maintenance tasks including painting, locksmith work, tenant service requests, and building system documentation

Required qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Minimum 3 years of related experience and training in HVAC, Controls, Electrical, or Plumbing

  • Proficiency with hand and power tools, measuring instruments, and specialized diagnostic equipment such as multimeters, pressure gauges, and infrared thermometers

  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and plumbing blueprints and schematics

  • Proficient in basic computer applications including MS Office, Outlook, and CMMS systems

  • Competency in electrical troubleshooting and understanding of building automation systems

Preferred qualifications:
  • 3-5 years hands-on experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, or related mechanical field

  • EPA Universal Refrigerant Handling Certification

  • HVAC Certification from local trade school or adult education program

  • Qualified Electrical Worker certification

  • Demonstrated experience with commercial HVAC systems, electrical systems, and building automation controls

  • Previous experience in preventive maintenance programs and emergency response situations

Work Location, Schedule, and Assignment Expectations

Your primary, daily work locationis in Arlington, VA , with responsibilities that may also include neighboring sites in Fairfax and Herndon, VA. You must respond to alarms, service requests, and other assigned duties at any portfolio locationas needed. With advance notice, your current schedule may be adjusted basedonoperational or staffing needs. Employees are expected to report to assigned locations and complete all work assignments as directed. Failure to accept assignments or respond to required servicecalls may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

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

Expected compensation for this position:

81,120.00 - 91,520.00 USD per year

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site -Alexandria, VA, Arlington, VA, Washington, DC

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 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

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you'repursuing.

JLL Privacy Notice

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL's recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.

For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement.

For additional details please see our career site pages for each country.

For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.

Jones Lang LaSalle ("JLL") is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process - including the online application and/or overall selection process - you may email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment.

Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest.

Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

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Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.

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