Operating Engineer

FacadeToday; Nashville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL in Nashville is seeking an Operating Engineer to maintain and monitor critical building systems, including fire/life safety, mechanical, electrical, and hot water systems. You will analyze operations, troubleshoot issues, and implement preventive maintenance to ensure uptime and compliance.

You will oversee contractor activities, document engineering logs, and support emergency procedures while upholding safety standards and sustainability goals in a high‑demand environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of facilities operations, maintenance, and engineering experience.
• Electrical license (01, 07, or 06A) or equivalent.
• Knowledge of critical environments and HVAC systems.
• Proficient with MS Office and data logging tools.
• Ability to follow work management processes and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and air conditioning equipment.
• Record readings and adjust equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Analyze operations to identify and resolve malfunctions and take corrective actions.
• Oversee contractor activities and ensure proper communication about critical functions.
• Maintain engineering logs, data sheets, and building Round records.
• Implement and follow emergency escalation procedures.
• Adhere to Critical Awareness Process and engineering guidelines.
• Support development of complex procedures and protocols.

Skills

Facilities operations

Analytical problem-solving

MS Office proficiency

HVAC systems knowledge

Critical environments understanding

Work management processes

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical training/degree

Tools

CMMS

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Job description

What this job involves:

As a Operating Engineer at JLL, you will play a vital role in maintaining and monitoring building systems within our critical environments. Working under the Engineering Manager's direction, you'll ensure continuous operation of essential systems including fire/life safety, mechanical, electrical, and hot water systems. This position requires technical expertise to analyze operations, troubleshoot problems, and implement preventive maintenance strategies. You'll help shape the future of real estate for a better world by maintaining sustainable and efficient building operations while ensuring 100% uptime and compliance with customer service level agreements.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Maintain and monitor building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and air conditioning equipment
• Record readings and make necessary adjustments to ensure proper operation of all systems
• Analyze operations to identify and resolve problems/malfunctions while taking appropriate corrective actions
• Oversee contractor activities within the building and ensure they're properly informed about critical functions
• Maintain detailed engineering logs, data sheets, and records of building rounds
• Implement and follow emergency escalation procedures
• Ensure strict adherence to Critical Awareness Process, technical bulletins, and established engineering guidelines
• Support the development of complex utility/electrical/mechanical procedures and protocols

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma, GED equivalent, or technical training/degree
• 3+ years' experience in facilities operations, maintenance, and engineering
• 01, 07, or 06A Electrical license
• Technical knowledge of critical environments, HVAC systems, and associated infrastructure
• Proficiency with computer applications including MS Office
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for technical issues
• Ability to understand and follow work management processes and requirements
• Knowledge of building systems including Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe workplace

Preferred Qualifications:

• Operating Engineer (BOC) or other applicable licenses
• Universal CFC's license or ability to obtain one within 90 days
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Knowledge of energy management and sustainability programs
• Experience with regulatory inspections and environmental audits
• Ability to make effective presentations on technical topics
• Experience working with clients/tenants in critical facilities
• Willingness to accept on-call responsibilities as assigned

Location:

On-site

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.