Operating Engineer - 2nd shift

JLL; Whitsett (NC); On-site; USD 41,100 - 50,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care

Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Job summary

JLL is looking for an Operating Engineer to join their facilities team supporting a Data Center in Whitsett, NC. This role involves performing repairs and maintenance across multiple trades including electrical systems and HVAC. As part of your responsibilities, you will manage operational performance and ensure the reliability of all mechanical equipment.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a customer service focus. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical care and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in electrical and HVAC trade, including rooftop units and backup systems.
• Experience with Data Center operations.
• Knowledge of maintenance and operation of building automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Control daily operation of mechanical equipment in the physical plant.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Formulate and implement the preventative maintenance program.

Skills

Electrical and HVAC experience

Customer service orientation

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Building automation systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Operating Engineer - JLL

What this job involves: Join JLL as an Operating Engineer and become an essential part of our facilities team supporting a cutting‑edge Data Center environment. In this role, you will utilize your technical skills to perform a wide range of repairs and maintenance activities in commercial and office settings. Your expertise will span multiple building trades including plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical systems, and HVAC preventive maintenance and repairs. You will work with critical systems such as rooftop units, backup generators, and UPS systems to ensure seamless facility operations. The position offers the opportunity to expand your technical proficiency while delivering exceptional service in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment. Your contributions will directly support JLL’s commitment to operational excellence and client satisfaction.

What your day‑to‑day will look like

• Control the daily operation of all mechanical equipment in the physical plant and buildings
• Perform maintenance and repairs to mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, fire, life safety, and control systems to maintain applicable standards
• Monitor and maintain responsibility for tenant services, preventative maintenance, purchasing and inventory control, contracted maintenance, general maintenance, and technical proficiency
• Monitor operation and maintain refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment, boilers, heating, ventilating, and hot water equipment, pumps, valves, piping, filters, and other mechanical and electrical equipment
• Complete all tenant service requests accurately and expediently
• Formulate and implement the preventative maintenance program for the building
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks in a timely manner
• Monitor the quality and pricing of maintenance work performed by outside contractors
• Evaluate building systems to monitor and improve performance for efficient operation
• Comply with all policies and procedures established for the building
• Actively participate in emergency response procedures, technical and safety training programs
• Perform all work using proper safety equipment and in a safe manner
• Participate in rotating on‑call assignments with Facilities Services

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in electrical and HVAC trade, including rooftop units and backup systems (generator and UPS)
• Experience with Data Center settings, operations, and protocol
• Experience performing repairs and maintenance including plumbing, carpentry, painting and wall repair, machine servicing, electrical repairs, and HVAC preventive maintenance, repairs, and installation
• Knowledge of maintenance and operation of building automation, water treatment, and fire life safety systems
• High school diploma or GED
• Strong customer service orientation with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills and a positive team attitude
• Familiarity with computers and office automation applications, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk long distances, bend, and lift objects up to 100 lbs
• Ability to work long hours occasionally and some weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Universal CFC certification
• Additional certifications in electrical, HVAC, or building systems
• Experience working in large commercial or data center facilities
• Advanced knowledge of building automation systems and preventative maintenance programs

Location: Whitsett, NC

Work Shift: Monday – Friday; 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Salary/Comp: $41,100 to $50,400

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Personalized benefits that support personal well‑being and growth

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail]. Use this email only to request an accommodation. For general recruiting inquiries, please visit the JLL career site.