Lead Operating Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental & vision care

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a Lead Operating Engineer in Baltimore, MD to lead and coordinate the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of building systems including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and central plant operations. The role provides daily direction to engineers, overseeing PM, inventory, and contractor work while ensuring safety and high performance.

Working hours are Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with on-site duties in Baltimore; salary is

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience maintaining and repairing commercial building systems.
• 2+ years of experience managing engineering teams.
• Ability to analyze the operation of commercial or industrial mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems; diagnose malfunctions; and take corrective action.
• EPA 608 Type II Certification.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Working knowledge of Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with Building Management Systems and machine controls.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily direction and technical guidance to engineers; help coordinate work assignments and priorities.
• Perform maintenance, monitoring, and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems to keep the facility operating to applicable standards.
• Help oversee facility services, preventive maintenance, purchasing and inventory control, contracted maintenance, and general upkeep.
• Clean, inspect, calibrate, and replace parts on HVAC systems and associated equipment to maintain optimum performance.
• Record equipment readings and make adjustments as needed to ensure proper operation.
• Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials, and maintain a clean, safe workplace.
• Conduct periodic checks of tool and instrument inventory, and monitor the quality and pricing of work performed by outside contractors.
• Travel between buildings within an assigned geography to complete work orders and maintain systems.

Skills

Analytical ability

Computer literacy (Word/Excel)

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA 608 Type II Certification

Tools

Building Management Systems

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 peopleand empowering them tothrive, 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.

Lead Operating Engineer - JLL

What this job involves:

The Lead Operating Engineer plays a critical role in keeping JLL-managed facilities running safely, efficiently, and reliably. This position leads the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of building systems, including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and central utility plant operations. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in at least one craft area and working proficiency across others, while helping coordinate daily and weekly work assignments. In addition to hands‑on technical work, the Lead Operating Engineer provides daily direction and guidance to other engineers, supports work planning, and helps ensure work is completed safely and to operational standards. This role directly supports JLL's commitment to delivering safe, well‑maintained, high‑performing facilities for clients.

What your day‑to‑day will look like:

• Provide daily direction and technical guidance to engineers; help coordinate work assignments and priorities.
• Perform maintenance, monitoring, and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems to keep the facility operating to applicable standards.
• Help oversee facility services, preventive maintenance, purchasing and inventory control, contracted maintenance, and general upkeep.
• Clean, inspect, calibrate, and replace parts on HVAC systems and associated equipment to maintain optimum performance.
• Record equipment readings and make adjustments as needed to ensure proper operation.
• Follow departmental policies for the safe storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials, and maintain a clean, safe workplace.
• Conduct periodic checks of tool and instrument inventory, and monitor the quality and pricing of work performed by outside contractors.
• Travel between buildings within an assigned geography to complete work orders and maintain systems. Duties may involve bending, kneeling, reaching, and working in varied weather conditions.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience maintaining and repairing commercial building systems.
• 2+ years of experience managing engineering teams.
• Ability to analyze the operation of commercial or industrial mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems; diagnose malfunctions; and take corrective action.
• EPA 608 Type II Certification.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Working knowledge of computer applications, including Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with Building Management Systems and machine controls.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• EPA 608 Universal Certification.
• Two years of trade schooling in electrical system design, refrigeration, and HVAC.

Location:

Baltimore, MD

Work Shift:

Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Salary:

$45.67 - $48.07

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

Expected compensation for this position:

95,000.00 - 100,000.00 USD per year

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site -Baltimore, MD

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:

• 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

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

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.

Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment.

Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest.

Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job‑related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.