Lead Operating Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a Lead Operating Engineer for the East Syracuse facility. The role oversees operation, maintenance, and repair of boilers, HVAC, and utility systems, providing technical leadership to the team and coordinating with site management to meet client needs.

Responsibilities include directing daily facilities operations, implementing preventive maintenance, reviewing work orders, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1 year of experience in building operations, building automation, system controls, HVAC/R and boilers.
• Pesticide Applicators license required.
• Proficient computer skills; CMMS familiarity.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong customer service, problem solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead for monitoring key systems, guiding troubleshooting and operational needs.
• Supervise the team responsible for operation and maintenance of building systems (HVAC, utilities).
• Direct daily facilities operations, maintenance activities and major repair projects.
• Drive continuous improvement using performance data and safety compliance.
• Coordinate with vendors, facilities personnel, and client site management.
• Prepare safety permits and ensure work is performed safely and efficiently.
• Perform installation, maintenance and repair on boilers, HVAC, chillers and related systems.
• Review completed work orders and maintenance logs for accuracy and documentation.

Skills

Building operations

HVAC/R knowledge

Equipment troubleshooting

Customer service

Independently work

Excel

Office tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Pesticide Applicators license

Operating Engineers license or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Job description

## Lead Operating EngineerApply: On-site: East Syracuse, NY: Full time: Posted Today: REQ541110**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.**Lead Operating Engineer - JLL** **What this job involves:** This position is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of facility equipment and utility systems within the assigned scope. As the Lead Boiler House Operator/Engineer, this role provides technical leadership and serves as the primary point of communication for operating engineers, maintenance personnel, and site management regarding equipment performance, operational issues, maintenance activities, and facility needs. The position plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of high-pressure steam boilers and supporting utility systems while delivering exceptional service to the client. This role requires a hands-on approach to operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing facility equipment and systems, while supporting continuous improvement, safety compliance, and operational excellence. **What your day-to-day will look like:*** Serve as the lead for monitoring the performance of key systems and assets, providing leadership in troubleshooting, resolving issues, and responding to operational needs.* Supervise the team responsible for the operation and maintenance of multiple building systems, including HVAC, central utility plants, electrical systems, and plumbing.* Organize, direct, and oversee daily facilities operations, maintenance activities, and major repair projects.* Drive continuous improvement through regular review and analysis of operational performance data for systems and assets.* Ensure all work performed under this position's responsibility complies with JLL and client quality requirements, with particular emphasis on GxP-related activities.* Provide leadership, technical guidance, and safety oversight to operating and maintenance technicians.* Communicate regularly with the JLL Site Manager and participate in scheduled staff meetings and calls.* Coordinate work activities with vendors, facilities personnel, and service providers to ensure efficient execution with minimal disruption to client operations.* Implement and manage preventive maintenance programs in accordance with JLL and client standards.* Coordinate the scheduling, maintenance, and monitoring of HVAC, water, electrical, steam, and utility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operation.* Manage performance evaluation and development processes for direct reports.* Review completed work orders, maintenance logs, forms, and supporting documentation daily to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation within the Lotte CMMS.* Monitor equipment reliability by inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and adjusting equipment to minimize downtime and service interruptions.* Support maintenance planning initiatives utilizing reliability-centered maintenance practices to improve system performance and asset longevity.* Perform a broad range of installation, maintenance, and repair activities on boilers, HVAC systems, chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, and other critical facility infrastructure.* Oversee daily operations and maintenance activities performed by JLL personnel and contractors. Prepare safety permits, lockout/tagout permits, and related documentation while ensuring all work is performed safely and efficiently.* Perform complex operating procedures necessary to support the safe and reliable operation of high-pressure steam boilers, laboratory utilities, emergency generators, fire pumps, and associated equipment.* Monitor and maintain water chemistry for boilers, cooling towers, and closed-loop systems, making corrective adjustments as necessary.* Maintain safe, clean, organized, and audit-ready conditions within the boiler plant, chiller plant, laboratory utility spaces, cooling tower areas, generator rooms, switchgear rooms, air handling equipment rooms, steam stations, and condensate return systems.* Respond to emergency situations, identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and coordinate support from on-duty mechanics or emergency response resources when necessary.* Ensure all mechanical spaces remain safe, clean, secure, and orderly at all times.* Maintain strict compliance with all applicable safety, environmental, regulatory, and site-specific standards and procedures.* Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. **Required Qualifications:*** High School Diploma or GED.* 1 years of experience on building operations, building automation, system controls, HVAC/R and boilers.* Pesticide Applicators license required.* Proficient computer skills.* Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).* Must have general knowledge of industry maintenance and repair practices* Ability to work independently and plan work without direct supervision.* Strong customer service skills are required.* Ability to solve problems.* Good organizational and interpersonal skills.* Demonstrated written and verbal communications skills.* Able to work independently with limited supervision.* Effective use of technology and tools including proficiency in Excel and Office (e-mail). **Preferred Qualifications:*** Operating Engineers license or equivalent.* Universal refrigerant certification**Location:**Onsite - East Syracuse, NY. **Work Shift:**Rotating 12h shift - Full Time + Overtime Based on business needs. At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way — for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees. We choose to take the more inspiring, innovative, and optimistic path on our journey toward success. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, which allows us to create transformative solutions for the real estate industry. We support each other's wellbeing and champion inclusivity and belonging across teams. JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. **Expected compensation for this position:** 70,000.00 – 84,000.00 USD per year *Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.*