Sr. Operating Engineer (HVAC) - 2nd shift

JLL; Whitsett (NC); On-site; USD 59,400 - 72,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave at 100% salary

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a Sr. Operating Engineer / HVAC Tech in Whitsett, NC. You'll maintain and optimize critical systems in a Data Center, ensuring seamless operations and exceptional tenant service. The ideal candidate has extensive HVAC expertise, a strong customer service orientation, and a minimum of 5 years in the field. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k) plan and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HVAC trade with applied working knowledge.
• Experience with Data Center operations and protocols.
• Universal CFC certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Control the daily operation of all mechanical equipment in buildings.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to various building systems.
• Monitor and maintain tenant services and preventative maintenance.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Customer service orientation

Verbal and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to lift up to 100 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sr. Operating Engineer / HVAC Tech - JLL

Join JLL as a Sr. Operating Engineer / HVAC Tech and become a key contributor to our facility operations team. In this role, you'll apply your extensive HVAC expertise to maintain and optimize critical building systems in a dynamic Data Center environment. You'll work hands‑on with advanced mechanical systems including chilled water systems, cooling towers, chillers, boilers, and multiple Building Management System (BMS) platforms. Your technical proficiency will ensure seamless facility operations, exceptional tenant service, and system reliability.

Responsibilities

• Control the daily operation of all mechanical equipment in the physical plant and buildings
• Perform maintenance and repairs to Mechanical, Plumbing, Structural, Furniture, 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
• Operate 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
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks in a timely manner
• Monitor the quality 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

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HVAC trade with applied working knowledge of building trades
• Experience with Data Center settings, operations, and protocol
• Applied working knowledge of chilled water systems, cooling towers, and chillers including associated pumps, valves, VFDs, and VAVs
• Applied working knowledge of forced air furnaces and boilers including associated pumps and condensate return systems
• Applied working knowledge of multiple BMS platforms
• Knowledge of maintenance and operation of building automation, water treatment, and fire life safety systems
• Universal CFC certification (required)
• 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, including some weekends and holidays

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional experience in plumbing, carpentry, painting, wall repair, and event support
• Previous experience as a stationary facility engineer in a large facility or mobile facility engineer responsible for multiple facilities
• Advanced certifications in HVAC, building automation, or related mechanical systems
• Experience working in large commercial or enterprise-level Data Center environments

Location & Work Shift

Location: Whitsett, NC (On‑site)

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

Salary/Compensation: $59,400 to $72,600

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Jones Lang LaSalle ("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 – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation.

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