Onsite Building Systems Engineer – HVAC & Operations (Swing Shift)

JLL; El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company con­

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Early access to earned wages through"

Job summary

JLL is seeking an Operating Engineer at the El Monte, CA site to ensure reliable operation of building systems and tenant comfort. You will perform maintenance, respond to service requests, monitor equipment, and support life-safety and energy-management tasks in a critical facilities environment.

The role requires union membership or eligibility within 30 days, a high school diploma with trade schooling in electrical/HVAC, and 5+ years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Current membership in Local 501 or ability to obtain membership within 30 days of hire
• High School diploma or GED with two years of trade schooling in electrical system design, refrigeration, and/or HVAC systems
• 5+ years of experience in critical, commercial, or industrial facility operations
• Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression systems in commercial and critical facilities
• Fundamental skills in critical systems including emergency/stand-by generators, automatic transfer switches, uninterruptible power systems, power distribution units, and battery systems
• Proficiency in basic computer applications and software including MS Office and email systems
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to tenant service requests including temperature complaints, lighting repairs, breaker resets, furniture moving, and general maintenance needs while ensuring minimal disruption and immediate cleanup of work areas
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks on HVAC equipment, mechanical systems, and building infrastructure, completing task sheets and reporting any equipment problems or supply shortages to the Lead Engineer
• Monitor and record equipment readings, settings, and operational changes in logbooks, including HVAC start-up verification, fire pump checks, temperature readings, and static pressure measurements across filter banks
• Troubleshoot and operate direct digital control systems to manage HVAC equipment, make adjustments to operating systems, and maintain pneumatic control systems through repairs and recalibration
• Conduct general maintenance activities including painting mechanical rooms, maintaining lighting in equipment rooms and public areas, snow removal, meter readings, and ensuring orderly tool rooms and workshops
• Assist outside contractors during major equipment overhauls and annual inspections while maintaining flexibility to assume additional responsibilities as building operations require
• Ensure compliance with life safety protocols including tamper valve inspections, elevator inspections, asbestos inspections, and generator load testing

Skills

Local 501 membership

Electrical systems knowledge

HVAC systems experience

MS Office

Strong communication

Education

High School diploma or GED with two years of trade schooling in electrical/HVAC

Job description

JLL is seeking an Operating Engineer at the El Monte, CA site to ensure reliable operation of building systems and tenant comfort. You will perform maintenance, respond to service requests, monitor equipment, and support life-safety and energy-management tasks in a critical facilities environment.

The role requires union membership or eligibility within 30 days, a high school diploma with trade schooling in electrical/HVAC, and 5+ years of related experience.