Critical Facilities Operating Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking an experienced Operating Engineer to manage and maintain critical data center infrastructure in a high-availability environment. You will monitor electrical, mechanical, and building systems to ensure continuous operation and energy efficiency.

The role requires strong technical knowledge, ability to interpret construction documents, and experience with vendor oversight for OEM maintenance and repairs. Vaccination compliance is required for on-site work.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; technical training or degree preferred.
• CMCO certification desired.
• 5+ years in a technical, critical environment operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain all mechanical, electrical, and building infrastructure in a data center.
• Monitor and operate equipment to ensure 100% uptime.
• Oversee vendors/contractors for OEM maintenance and repairs.
• Interpret design/construction documents for critical spaces and systems.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

MS Office

Technical knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical training or degree

Tools

DCIM platforms

CMMS

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.Summary includes but not limited to: Operate and maintain all aspects of mechanical, electrical and building infrastructure in mission critical data center. Monitor and operate equipment to provide 100% Uptime of the data center. Perform installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing/piping equipment, machinery and controls located in the interior and exterior of building. Monitor operations and conduct routine and on-going assessment of the building systems operations and performance. This position is expected have the skills required to self-perform the repair and maintenance of all building infrastructure systems, other than major OEM tear down maintenance. Perform tests, rounds and analyzes data to ensure the proper functioning of all assigned equipment. Oversee vendors/contractors in execution of annual OEM preventative maintenance and repairs. Know and understand all required critical environment management programs, policies, processes and protocols geared toward achieving 100% Uptime reliability. Comply with all written and verbal instructions from supervisors to protect the critical load and preserve the uninterrupted availability of the site infrastructure.* Required: High School diploma or GED equivalent, technical training or degree.* Desired: Certified Mission Critical Operator (CMCO) Certification.* Desired 5 years (+) related work experience, in a technical, critical environment operation.* Required: Operating Engineer or other applicable licenses and Universal CFC’s license.* Ability to understand and interpret various design and construction documents relating to critical sites, spaces and systems. Work with design professionals or project management to keep record drawings updated as required.* Proficient in basic computer applications and software such as MS Office and email.* Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills.* Ability to communicate with internal and external customers.* Ability to operate, troubleshoot, self-perform repair, maintenance and service required for continuous operation of all building infrastructure. (Including but not limited to)Electrical (Uninterruptible Power Supply, Automatic Transfer Switch, Static Transfer Switch and Power Distribution Unit), generators, generator controls, fuel systems, switch gear, transfer gear and paralleling gear, lighting, energy conservation.Mechanical (Boilers, Chillers, Pumps, Cooling Towers, Water treatment, Air Handling Units, Computer Room Air Conditioning, Computer Room Air Handlers, plumbing)Fire / Life safety, suppression systems (dry & wet pipe), Gaseous, Early Warning Fire Detection, Very Early Warning Fire Detection (VESDA).Environmental controls systems- BMS, DDC, CMMS, Pneumatics.Construction (painting, doors, locks, wall and ceiling)Digital systems (fire alarm, building security, card access, CCTV)* Desired: Experience in working on energized equipment (hot work).* Ability to maintain professional bearing and calm demeanor under duress during service emergencies.* Technical knowledge and understanding of mission critical systems, including HVAC, Standby emergency power, uninterruptable power supplies, computer room air conditioning/handling, associated infrastructure and the interdependency of these systems in delivering 100% Uptime.* Desired: Knowledgeable in Data Hall (White Space) power distribution, cooling, and networking fundamentals.* Familiarity with Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) platforms.* Strong understanding of Mission Critical system operations, maintenance, engineering and design principles, practices, and procedures.* Ability to assess the status of the building and its infrastructure systems, diagnose and troubleshoot alarms, solve technical problems and deal with a variety of options in varying situations. Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills.* Shift adjustments from time to time.* Please note this is a site-based role and the client requires vaccinations for on-site attendance, if you are offered the role- you will be expected to comply.This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.