Stationary Engineer - Building Systems Expert

Building Engines, Inc.; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company

Medical, Dental & Vision care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Job summary

JLL in South San Francisco, CA is seeking a Stationary Engineer to operate, maintain and monitor building mechanical systems including boilers, chillers, HVAC and electrical systems to ensure safe, energy‑efficient building operations for tenants.

The role requires hands-on work in mechanical rooms, reading blueprints, strong troubleshooting skills and OSHA knowledge, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and collaborate with property teams for reliable, comfortable environments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years operating and maintaining commercial building mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of boilers, chillers, HVAC systems, electrical systems, and building automation.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Physical ability to work in mechanical rooms, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of OSHA safety regulations and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operation, maintenance and repair of boilers, heaters pumps, valves, appurtenances and lines used in steam distribution and heated/processed water.
• Operation, maintenance and repair of refrigerant compressors, condensers, evaporators, traps, transfer pumps and valves, and HVAC controls.
• Operation, maintenance and repair of pumps handling brines or other secondary refrigerants, with valves and piping.
• Operation, maintenance and repair of air compressors and related distribution lines and controls.
• Maintenance of electrical motors and engines powering pumps, compressors, generators and fans.
• Operation, maintenance and repair of building automation systems for HVAC, lighting and other controlled media.
• Inventory control for parts and materials for building systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication skills

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Building automation systems

Job description

JLL in South San Francisco, CA is seeking a Stationary Engineer to operate, maintain and monitor building mechanical systems including boilers, chillers, HVAC and electrical systems to ensure safe, energy‑efficient building operations for tenants.

The role requires hands-on work in mechanical rooms, reading blueprints, strong troubleshooting skills and OSHA knowledge, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and collaborate with property teams for reliable, comfortable environments.