Data Center Operations Engineer - 2nd Shift (On-Site)

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Elk Grove Village, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Elk Grove Village, IL, is seeking an Operating Engineer for our data center to help ensure reliable power, cooling and life-safety systems.

The role involves monitoring UPS, MV systems, generators, and mechanical equipment; performing preventive maintenance; and handling work orders in CMMS while coordinating with vendors. 2+ years in data centers and strong communication are required, with proficiency in MS Office and CMMS.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of data center/critical facility experience.
• Experience with building systems including UPS, emergency generators, and switchgears.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, monitor, and operate all data center building systems to support 100% uptime (fire/life safety, HVAC, cooling, electrical, etc.).
• Record readings and adjust equipment to ensure proper operation; analyze issues and take corrective action.
• Manage work orders in CMMS, vendor coordination, and customer-facing tickets; follow emergency escalation procedures.

Skills

Data center experience

UPS systems

Emergency generators

Switchgear

CMMS

MS Office

Communication skills

Tools

CMMS

Corrigo

NFPA70E

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Elk Grove Village, IL, is seeking an Operating Engineer for our data center to help ensure reliable power, cooling and life-safety systems.

The role involves monitoring UPS, MV systems, generators, and mechanical equipment; performing preventive maintenance; and handling work orders in CMMS while coordinating with vendors. 2+ years in data centers and strong communication are required, with proficiency in MS Office and CMMS.