Critical Environments Engineer

*US AMR-Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, Dental & Vision

Parental leave

Paid time off

Daily Pay access

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a Building Engineer for a Critical Environments (Data Center) site in Charlotte, NC. The role focuses on installation, maintenance, and preventive care of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems to ensure uninterrupted operations and safety compliance in a data center environment.

You will monitor, test, and adjust equipment, analyze operation data, and collaborate with supervisors and contractors to resolve issues while maintaining a safe,

Qualifications

• Must have hands-on data center/critical facility experience with UPS, generators, and switchgear.
• EPA 608 certification required (or within 90 days).
• Proficient with MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, monitor, and operate building systems including fire/life safety, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.
• Record readings and adjust equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Coordinate with contractors and ensure safety and documentation compliance.

Skills

UPS Systems

Emergency Generators

EPA 608

MS Word & Excel

Communication

Customer Service

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.

Critical Environments (Data Center) - Building Engineer

What this job involves – Installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing/piping equipment, machinery and controls located in the interior and exterior of building. Monitors operations and conducts a routine and on-going assessment of the building systems operations and performance. Performs tests, rounds and analyzes data to ensure the proper functioning of departmental equipment

What is your day to day? At the direction of supervisor, 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. Install and repair plumbing/piping/tubing; wire single and three phase motors (single & two speed); run conduit; pull wiring to machinery, motors, operating parts, etc.; install and rebuild pumps and motors; install and rebuild air compressors; heat exchangers; replace bearings in all types of motors; replace seals on pumps; install and repair piping, valves, filters, hot water systems and associated controls; assist other mechanics and operators with major repairs and maintenance of building and equipment. Install, repair, and maintain electrical controls, switching and motor controls. Operate and maintain critical equipment including UPS systems, generators, chillers and critical air conditioning units. Monitor operation, repair, and maintain refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment; boilers, heating, ventilating and hot water equipment; pumps, valves, piping and filters; other mechanical and electrical equipment; recording readings as necessary to assure proper operation of equipment; responsible for reporting any problems/malfunctions

Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintains a clean and safe workplace. 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 respects 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

Desired experience and technical skills - Required

• Must have hands‑on experience in a data center/critical facility, including UPS Systems, emergency generators, and switch‑gear
• Universal EPA608 Certification (or within 90 days of employment)
• Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills.
• Proven record of excellent internal and external customer service.

Preferred

• Operating Engineers license (SMA)

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

Location: On‑site –Charlotte, NC

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

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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 Fortune500® 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.

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