Assistant Chief Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician to support the Chief Engineer in maintaining and optimizing all building systems at a JLL-managed facility in Wilmington, DE. You will ensure safety compliance, manage preventive and corrective maintenance, and lead hands-on work across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building envelope systems.

You will monitor BMS, respond to alarms, diagnose issues to resolution, and contribute to safety programs while

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of applicable working experience in general building repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of carpentry, HVAC/controls, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with excellent customer service abilities.
• Ability to analyze system operations, determine causes of problems/malfunctions, and take corrective action.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Engineer with safety and environmental policies, identify hazards and risks, and implement elimination methods.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on building envelope, mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems and equipment.
• Monitor Building Management Systems (BMS), respond to alarms, diagnose issues to resolution.
• Diagnose and repair HVAC equipment including compressors, boilers, chillers, pumps, CRACs, and fans.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing components such as fixtures, valves, water heaters, and piping.
• Diagnose and repair electrical components including lamps, fixtures, motors, and wiring.
• Conduct facility rounds, report on conditions affecting appearance, occupancy, and operations.

Skills

HVAC controls

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical systems

Carpentry basics

Communication skills

Safety focus

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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 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: This position supports the Chief Engineer in maintaining and optimizing all building systems and operations at a JLL-managed facility. You'll play a key role in ensuring safety compliance, managing preventative and corrective maintenance programs, and leading hands‑on technical work across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building envelope systems. This role requires both independent problem‑solving abilities and collaborative teamwork to maintain optimal building performance and client satisfaction.

Your day‑to‑day tasks will include:

• Assisting the Chief Engineer with reinforcing safety and environmental policies, identifying hazards and risks, and implementing methods to eliminate them
• Performing preventive and corrective maintenance on facility building envelope, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other installed systems and equipment
• Monitoring Building Management Systems (BMS), responding to alarms, and diagnosing issues to resolution
• Diagnosing, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining HVAC equipment including refrigeration/air conditioning compressors, boilers, chillers, pumps, CRACs, and fans
• Diagnosing, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining plumbing components such as restroom fixtures, flush valves, water fountains, sinks, drains, water heaters, and piping
• Diagnosing, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining electrical components including lamp and ballast replacement, fixtures, motors, and basic wiring
• Conducting assigned facility rounds proactively and reporting on conditions affecting building appearance, client occupancy, and operations
• Ordering materials to support maintenance of plumbing, electrical, HVAC/controls, and toxic monitoring systems
• Leading knowledge‑sharing sessions with team members on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, safety, and tool use

Desired experience and technical skills Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of applicable working experience in general building repair and maintenance
• High school diploma or equivalent years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of carpentry, HVAC/controls, plumbing, and electrical systems
• Ability to analyze system operations, determine causes of problems/malfunctions, and take corrective action
• Strong oral and written communication skills with excellent customer service abilities
• Ability to work independently, safely, and make sound decisions in the field
• Physical ability to frequently walk up and down stairs, climb ladders up to 40 feet, and lift 60 lbs. repeatedly
• Ability to create SOPs, EOPs, and MOPs to ensure safe and efficient work completion
• Willingness and ability to support after‑hours building activities including shutdown operations
• Participation as a member of the on‑site emergency response team

Preferred:

• Experience operating chillers and boilers
• Supervisory experience
• Ability to substitute for Operating Engineers' shifts when needed

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM

Pay: $45/hour

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

Location: On-site –Wilmington, DE

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

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 [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page.

At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world.

For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500® company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise.

Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.