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Sr. Operating Engineer

JLL
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 3 Sept 2025
💰 $62,000/yr($58,000/yr$62,000/yr)

About the role

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies 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.   

Sr. Operating Engineer

Chattanooga TN

$29.00-$31.00 hourly

M-F 7:00-3:30 0r 8:00-4:30

The Sr. Operating Engineer will perform preventive maintenance work within a portfolio. This will include hands-on work to complete the necessary work within JLL standards and guidelines. The position will also include hands-on repair & maintenance work on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building automation systems, door & gates systems, building envelope systems, grounds and parking lots, interior finish systems, lighting systems, and various other R&M tasks associated with operation of a commercial property. Performs repairs to property interior and exterior areas, including walls and flooring, installed fixtures, roofing systems, lighting, etc.

Essential Functions:

  • Perform preventive maintenance and minor repair work on HVAC, water chillers, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and various other building systems to maintain the properties in peak operational condition.
  • Identify energy savings opportunities at facilities including system and operational changes that can decrease the property’s energy consumption.
  • The Sr. Operating Engineer also performs routine building maintenance, plumbing and other tasks as necessary.
  • The Sr. Operating Engineer must be able to independently plan work assignments, perform duties with a minimum of direct supervision, and assist as a helper in other trades and in the general maintenance and operation of buildings and grounds.

Working Environment:

  • The position is site based in a mixed use facility environment.
  • Must be a team player committed to working in a quality environment. Will require daily interaction with teams in person, on the phone, and via email to perform the job.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)

  • Possess hands on skills and knowledge to complete required repairs and maintenance on commercial HVAC systems (including, pumps, motors, air handlers, automation/controls systems, and associated electrical systems) using industry standard tools and in accordance with all codes, laws, and regulations.
  • Ability to diagnose/troubleshoot and self-perform basic plumbing & electrical repairs/maintenance.
  • Ability to effectively use computers and computer programs (including use of Microsoft Office Suite), skill in use of the internet to navigate to and use web-based applications, and ability to use handheld electronic devices (Tablet, Laptop, cell phone, etc.).
  • Experience and proficiency with using CMMS for work order management.
  • Possess good communications skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to effectively manage diverse relationships with team members, contractors, building occupants and clients.
  • Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
  • Self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.

Experience and technical skills:

Required

  • Candidate must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
  • Minimum of 2 years’ technical experience in all aspects of building engineering with a strong background in one technical craft, which could be packaged HVAC, plumbing, electrical equipment repair and general building maintenance.
  • High school graduate or GED.

  • Preferred

  • Knowledge of overall MEP/HVAC system design and application.
  • Experience managing work orders, utilizing CMMS technology.
  • Universal EPA 608 Certification

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly requi

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