Lead Building Engineer

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Lead Operating Engineer - St. Paul, MN.

Ready to step into a leadership role where your technical expertise directly impacts the operations of premium financial office spaces? Join our team as a Lead Operating Engineer supporting two prestigious financial client complexes in St. Paul, MN. This hands-on position puts you at the center of building operations, where every day brings different challenges and opportunities to showcase your problem-solving abilities. You'll leverage your technical skills while leading contractors and maintaining critical building systems that thousands of professionals depend on daily.

A Day in the Life of a Lead Operating Engineer:

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex HVAC, electrical, and plumbing issues across multiple facilities
• Supervise contractors, evaluating their work quality and ensuring adherence to safety protocols
• Execute preventative maintenance tasks on critical building systems to prevent costly downtime
• Respond to service requests through our Corrigo system, prioritizing work for minimal disruption
• Analyze malfunctioning equipment to determine root causes and implement permanent solutions
• Maintain inventory of essential tools, supplies, and parts through strategic purchasing
• Train and mentor operations team members to expand their technical capabilities
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials according to regulations
• Inspect building systems to identify potential issues before they become operational problems
• Document completed work, maintain service records, and create detailed repair reports
• Order parts and equipment needed for repairs, maintenance, and new installations
• Collaborate with property management to ensure tenant satisfaction and building efficiency

Who We're Looking For

Required

• 3+ years of facilities engineering experience
• Hands-on experience with HVAC, fluid handling/pumping, fluid filtering, mechanical systems, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical equipment
• A Universal EPA (or willingness to obtain within 12 months)
• Analytical problem-solving abilities to diagnose system malfunctions and implement effective solutions
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Excellent customer service orientation with strong communication skills

Preferred

• 1+ year of trade schooling in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or refrigeration (or equivalent experience)
• Knowledge of building automation systems and energy management practices

Pay $36-39 hourly, depending on experience.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, day shift.

Estimated total compensation for this position:

75,000.00 – 80,000.00 USD per year

The total compensation range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on an applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data .

Location:

On-site –St. Paul, MN

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 may 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

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