On-Site Operating Engineer — Class-A Office Systems Leader

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking an Operating Engineer for an on-site role in Wilmington, DE. The position involves hands-on operation and maintenance of critical electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems in a class-A office environment.

You will monitor HVAC systems, chillers, boilers, and life-safety equipment, while ensuring reliable building management and digital systems. Schedule is Sunday to Thursday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM; compensation is $41/hour with eligibility to work in the

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Operating Engineer in class-A office or commercial facilities
• Strong technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Hands-on experience with HVAC systems, chillers, boilers, and air conditioning equipment
• Knowledge of critical systems including UPS, generators, fire suppression, and life safety equipment
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and building management systems
• Strong formal conduct of operations skills and personal accountability

Responsibilities

• Maintain, monitor, and perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on critical equipment.
• Operate electrical systems including UPS, DC battery systems, PDU, generators, and switchgear.
• Monitor fire detection, suppression, life safety, and lighting systems.
• Oversee building management and digital systems (fire alarms, access, CCTV).
• Manage pumps, valves, piping, and pumps; adjust equipment as needed.

Skills

Operating engineer

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Pumps and valves

Reading drawings

Building management systems

Life safety systems

Tools

Building management systems (BMS)

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking an Operating Engineer for an on-site role in Wilmington, DE. The position involves hands-on operation and maintenance of critical electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems in a class-A office environment.

You will monitor HVAC systems, chillers, boilers, and life-safety equipment, while ensuring reliable building management and digital systems. Schedule is Sunday to Thursday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM; compensation is $41/hour with eligibility to work in the