Operating Engineer

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Job Description: Operating Engineer– Facilities Team at JLL

Overview:

As an Operating Engineer at JLL, you will be the technical backbone of our facility operations, ensuring optimal performance of critical building systems across our portfolio. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with proactive maintenance strategies to deliver exceptional service to our clients, tenants and vendors alike. You will operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair facility equipment across all systems—from HVAC and electrical to plumbing and mechanical controls, as well as facility maintenance duties. Your work directly supports JLL's commitment to creating safe, comfortable, and efficient environments. This position offers the opportunity to apply your technical skills across multiple sites in Virginia, with a company-provided van for travel, while growing your expertise in a dynamic and supportive team environment.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Respond to tenant service requests including temperature complaints, lighting issues, minor repairs, and general maintenance needs while ensuring minimal disruption and immediate cleanup of work areas
• Operate and monitor mechanical equipment such as chillers, pumps, cooling towers, fire alarm systems, and HVAC controls, record equipment readings and operational changes in logbooks
• Execute preventive maintenance tasks across all building systems, complete task sheets accurately, and report supply shortages to the Lead Engineer
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment, maintain pneumatic and direct digital control systems, and make real-time adjustments to ensure tenant comfort and system efficiency
• Perform general maintenance duties including, but not limited to, building maintenance, painting, lighting replacement, snow removal, equipment room upkeep, and supporting outside contractors during major overhauls
• Maintain strict adherence to JLL and client safety standards by writing and following Job Hazard Assessments, recording safety incidents in the CMO system, and ensuring proper storage and disposal of hazardous materials
• Travel to client sites throughout Virginia as needed using a company-provided van to support multi-site operations
   
• This role requires 30% administrative responsibilities using platforms such as Corrigo, Workday, Outlook, etc.
• Rotating On-Call Schedule for after-hours and weekend client support

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Trade school education, union training, military service, or college coursework in a related technical field
• Certification as a Universal Technician for CFCs (if applicable to site requirements)
• Ability to analyze system operations, diagnose problems, and implement corrective actions independently
• Valid state driver's license and willingness to travel regularly to sites across Virginia
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders up to 30 ft., work from heights, and perform frequent walking, bending, kneeling, and overhead work
• Familiarity with Building Automation Systems (BAS) and direct digital controls (DDC)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of related work experience in repair, maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or carpentry
• Universal CFC EPA certification or commitment to achieving certification within the first year with JLL support
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with tenants, site management, and contractors
• JCAP certification (OCP or ESCP) or willingness to participate in the program
• Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel for documentation and reporting

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

Location:

On-site –Glen Allen, VA

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!

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