Assistant Chief Engineer - Critical Environments

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Richardson, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; 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 an Assistant Chief Engineer - Critical Environments in Richardson, TX. The role supervises and directs the operating engineers on shift, ensuring the proper installation, repair, and maintenance of base building and critical systems.

You will manage the engineering team to achieve 100% uptime, coordinate with contractors, and protect client assets. A strong background in data center facilities, UPS, generators, and NFPA/EPA certifications is required,

Qualifications

• Hands-on data center/critical facility experience incl UPS and emergency generators.
• High School diploma or GED; 5+ years supervisory experience.
• Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent.
• Universal Technician certification for CFCs (within 90 days).
• EPA 608 certification is preferred.
• NFPA70E training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise operating engineers on shift; monitor performance.
• Direct maintenance requests; ensure minimal disruption to building services.
• Inspect equipment; determine corrective actions to restore operation.
• Provide training and supervision to expand staff capabilities.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and inventory; schedule tasks.

Skills

Hands-on data center experience

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent

Universal Technician for CFCs

EPA 608 certification

NFPA70E training (preferred)

Tools

UPS systems

Emergency generators

Job description

Company Overview

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.

Role Summary

Summary The Assistant Chief Engineer - Critical Environments supervises and directs operating engineers in installation, repair, and maintenance of all base building and critical system machinery and equipment. Responsible for supervising the operating team on their shift. Assumes the Chief Engineers responsibilities if the Chief Engineer is not on site.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Task will include but not be limited to:

• Supervise and direct maintenance staff on shift and monitor performance of assigned responsibilities.
• Perform and/or direct the performance of all maintenance departmental service requests, ensuring that work performed in these areas is accomplished efficiently with a minimum amount of disruption and inconvenience.
• Check malfunctioning equipment and ascertain corrective action required to restore satisfactory operating condition.
• Provide training and supervision aimed at expanding the capabilities of the operations staff.
• Specific duties include but not limited to: Demonstrating the proper use and care of tools and instruments, giving hands on instruction in basic maintenance, safety, and troubleshooting procedures, recommending relevant outside engineering courses for enrollment, and instilling an overall level of professionalism in manner and appearance.
• Supervise and implement the preventative maintenance program.
• Specific duties include but not limited to scheduling of preventative maintenance with a minimum disruption of building services, performing and/or delegating preventative maintenance tasks to the appropriately qualified maintenance staff member, orders parts and equipment required for repair, maintenance and installation of new equipment and facilities, and maintains inventory.
• Direct the performance of contracted maintenance work as needed.
• Specific tasks include but not limited to ensuring the timely performance of maintenance contract work, overseeing the fulfillment of equipment warrantee obligations by the installer and securing equipment manuals and drawings from the installers/contractors.
• Responsible for maintaining, monitoring and performing preventive maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems including: fire/life safety, mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, controls) electrical (lighting, UPS, PDU, generators, primary switch gear), emergency backup systems and hot water systems; monitors operation, adjusts, and maintains refrigeration, chilled water, and air conditioning equipment; boilers, and ventilating and hot water heaters; pumps, valves, piping and filters; other mechanical and electrical equipment; record readings and make adjustments where necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment.
• Requires the ability to analyze the operation of various systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions and take corrective action as required.
• Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Maintains a clean and safe workplace.
• Ensure the availability of an adequate operating inventory of tools and supplies.
• Specific duties include but are not limited to: Preparing and submitting purchase-order requests, developing sources for stock materials and performing periodic checks for supplies.
• Responsible for the operational management and effective daily leadership and administration of the engineering team with the objectives of safely, efficiently, and effectively operating machinery and systems in a cost-effective manner.
• The Assistant Chief Engineer must ensure the highest level of professionalism, while meeting the clients’ needs, and commitment to achieving the goal of 100% uptime throughout the engineering team.
• Responsible for protecting and improving the value of the clients’ assets and ensuring that building engineering systems continue to perform their intended function.
• Responsible for overseeing the activities of contractors working within the building either as representatives of the building itself or tenants operating within the buildings.
• Responsible for keeping records of buildings rounds and readings, all engineering logs and engineering data sheets.
• Responsible for advance training and notification to all contractors so that they are informed and knowledgeable with respect to the building’s critical functions and the work they are to perform, including an incident contact response list.
• Responsible for understanding and complying with emergency escalation procedures.
• Ensure that the CWA (Critical Facility Work Authorization) is a well-understood process among the building staff, engineers, tenants and contractors who perform work on the building’s critical infrastructure.
• Ensure strict adherence to Critical Awareness Process, Technical Bulletins, established engineering guidelines, processes, and procedures.
• Assist Chief Engineer in implementation of Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and Individual Performance Plan’s.
• Performs additional job duties as requested.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Assist Chief Engineer in supervising operating engineers
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the policies enumerated with Jones Lang LaSalle and applicable laws.
• Planning, assigning, and directing work.

Requirements

• Education & Experience Must have hands-on experience in a data center/critical facility, including UPS Systems, emergency generators, and switch-gear High School diploma or GED equivalent 5+ years related work experience, including supervisory experience Operating Engineers license (SMA) or equivalent Certification as a Universal Technician for CFC’s (or within 90 days of employment) Language Skills Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, or governmental regulations and codes. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before small groups of tenants or fellow employees.
• Other Skill and Abilities Working knowledge or the capability of developing proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Microsoft Access and any other software packages. Must be able to professionally interact with tenants and contractors.

Preferred Requirements

• Corrigo Experience.
• ServiceNow Experience.
• Received EPA 608.
• Trained in NFPA70E.

Physical Requirements

• Walking large, campus-like settings.
• Frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, stooping, and working/extending overhead, including: Lifting a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Climbing stairs and navigating rooftops to access equipment.
• Using ladders up to 30 ft and working from heights.
• Ability to Climb a ladder with a 300-lb weight limit.
• Must be able to work different schedules.
• Must be able to work Holidays.
• Must be able to respond to site emergencies.

Customer Environment Description

Demanding customer and fast-paced environment, serving some of the largest companies in the world. JLL operates 300+ sites for the customer that includes campuses and individual data centers. We provide operational support including operating engineers, chief operating engineers, facility managers, and regional managers. JLL has been supporting the customer since 2023. The relationship has continued to grow as the customer’s business has grown. We continue to support current locations and assist in establishing new sites across the United States.

Location

On-site –Richardson, TX

Benefits

• 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

Company Culture

At JLL, we help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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