Maintenance Technician

JLL; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 59,400 - 72,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company matching

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Daily Pay early access

Job summary

JLL, a global leader in real estate and facility management, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (SME) to manage critical data center infrastructure.

You will oversee HVAC, electrical, and plumbing, drive uptime, mentor teams, and lead optimization projects. This role requires 4+ years in building engineering and data center experience.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of building engineering experience in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and maintenance
• Experience in Data Centers / Raised Floor Environment
• Universal EPA 608 Certification
• CRAC (Liebert) maintenance and repair experience
• 2 years of trades school or apprenticeship in relevant craft skills
• Licenses as required by authority having jurisdiction
• Proficient with Word and Excel

Responsibilities

• Oversee HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems for data center operations and uptime
• Design cooling solutions for high-density servers and optimize airflow
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules for critical infrastructure and analyze performance
• Lead root-cause analysis for failures and implement corrective actions
• Propose energy-saving initiatives to reduce PUE and evaluate green technologies
• Manage data center infrastructure projects with vendors and service providers
• Mentor technicians and engineers and report infra status to executive management

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical

Maintenance

Data Center Operations

Troubleshooting

EPA 608 Certification

Education

Trades school or apprenticeship

Tools

CRAC maintenance

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

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.

What this job involves:

As a Mechanical Engineer (SME) at JLL, you will leverage your extensive mechanical engineering experience and over 5 years of operations expertise to manage and optimize critical systems in a high-performance data center environment. This role is essential to ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and continuous operation of mission-critical infrastructure that supports our clients' data center operations. You'll apply advanced engineering principles to solve complex challenges, lead system optimization initiatives, and mentor technical teams while driving operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on cutting-edge data center facilities while advancing your career with a global leader in commercial real estate and facility management.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Oversee HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems specific to data center operations, ensuring optimal performance and uptime
• Design and implement cooling solutions optimized for high-density server environments while analyzing and enhancing airflow management strategies
• Develop and execute comprehensive preventive maintenance schedules for all critical infrastructure, including conducting regular performance analyses of facility mechanical and electrical systems
• Lead root cause analysis for system failures or inefficiencies and implement corrective actions and system upgrades based on engineering assessments
• Propose and implement energy-saving initiatives to reduce Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) and evaluate green technologies suitable for data center operations
• Manage complex data center infrastructure projects, including expansions and upgrades, while collaborating with equipment vendors and service providers
• Mentor and guide a team of facility technicians and engineers while communicating effectively with executive management on infrastructure status and improvement plans

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of technical experience in building engineering with a strong background in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and production equipment repair and maintenance
• Proven experience working in Data Centers/Raised Floor Environment
• Universal EPA 608 Certification
• CRAC (Liebert) maintenance and repair experience
• 2 years of trades school or documented apprenticeship in relevant craft skills
• Licenses as required by authority having jurisdiction
• Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in one specific craft area (Electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, Central Utility Plant Operations, Material Handling Equipment)
• Familiarity with building automation systems and fire/life safety protocols
• Knowledge of industry standards including ASHRAE and ISO regulations
• Experience implementing Method of Procedure (MOP) processes and critical environment protocols
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills with ability to work collaboratively across teams
• Physical capability to lift up to 80 lbs., work from heights, climb ladders up to 30 feet, and work in adverse conditions (extreme temperatures)

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Work Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Must be available for call-in work as required)

Estimated compensation for this position: 59,400.00 - 72,800.00 USD per year

This position does not provide visa sponsorship.

Benefits:

• 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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