Union Operating Engineer

JLL; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking an Operating Engineer in Cleveland to operate, inspect, and maintain HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and production equipment across assigned facilities. The role focuses on energy efficiency, safety, and minimizing downtime through proactive repairs and documentation.

Ideal candidates will have at least four years in building engineering with strong HVAC, plumbing, and electrical skills, plus a working knowledge of Word and Excel.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of four years of technical experience in building engineering with strong HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and production equipment maintenance knowledge.
• Preferred: 3rd party certification; working knowledge of Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform ongoing preventive and repair work orders on facility mechanical, electrical and other installed systems and components.
• Maintain, operate, and repair HVAC systems and associated equipment, electrical distribution, plumbing, and related building systems.
• Inspect interior/exterior areas, walls, flooring, fixtures, roofing, and lighting.
• Complete hazard assessments and ensure compliance with safety procedures and laws.
• Must be available for call-in work and perform other duties as required.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Piping/Plumbing

Production equipment maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent work experience

3rd Party Certification (Preferred)

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

Operates, inspects, and maintains all HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and production equipment and systems in assigned facilities to obtain most efficient operating results and life expectancy. Assures that equipment is being maintained in an energy efficient, safe manner and down time is reduced to a minimum by anticipation of necessary repairs keeping records of past operating experiences. Performs inspections and repairs to assigned property interior and exterior areas, including walls and flooring, installed fixtures, roofing systems, lighting, etc. Strong areas. Strong focus on operating, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing facility equipment on all HVAC systems. Individuals are expected to demonstrate technical expertise in HVAC and be multi-skilled in electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, Material Handling Equipment and others to successfully complete daily/weekly work assignments.

Operating Engineer

Job Summary

Operates, inspects, and maintains all HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and production equipment and systems in assigned facilities to obtain most efficient operating results and life expectancy. Assures that equipment is being maintained in an energy efficient, safe manner and down time is reduced to a minimum by anticipation of necessary repairs keeping records of past operating experiences. Performs inspections and repairs to assigned property interior and exterior areas, including walls and flooring, installed fixtures, roofing systems, lighting, etc. Strong areas. Strong focus on operating, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing facility equipment on all HVAC systems. Individuals are expected to demonstrate technical expertise in HVAC and be multi-skilled in electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, Material Handling Equipment and others to successfully complete daily/weekly work assignments.

Area of Responsibility

• Maintenance
  • Performance of ongoing preventive and repair response work orders on facility mechanical, electrical and other installed systems, equipment, and other components.
  • Maintain, operate, and repair all HVAC systems and associated equipment, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, building interior/exterior repair, and related grounds, and production equipment as it pertains to assigned buildings.
  • Study and become familiar with the various items of equipment, and the methods required to use them properly, that are required in everyday activities.
  • Perform assigned facility inspections and due diligence efforts, reporting on as found conditions impacting satisfactory client occupancy and operations.
• Safety
  • Complete Hazard Assessments as necessary
  • Comply with all safety procedures, maintaining good housekeeping and safety of work areas. Recognize danger and safety hazards and propose methods to eliminate them.
  • Maintain compliance to State, County, or City Ordinances, Codes, or Laws.
  • Must complete all required safety trainings as scheduled

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Education/training
  • High School Diploma or equivalent work experience
  • Preferred: 3rd Party Certification
• Years of relevant experience
  • Minimum of four (4) years of technical experience in all aspects of building engineering with a strong background in the technical aspects of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, production equipment repair and maintenance. Knowledge of overall system design and applications.
• Other abilities
  • Strong Customer Service skills
  • Strong Interpersonal skills
• Certifications/licenses
  • HVAC technicians must have a Universal CFC recovery certification (or within 90 days of employment)
  • High School diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Licenses as required by authority having jurisdiction
    • Preferred:
      • Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel
      • Two years of trades school or documented apprenticeship in electrical systems, refrigeration and HVAC
• Physical work requirements and work conditions
  • Physical Work Requirements:
    • Lifting up to 80 lbs.
    • Working from heights.
    • Frequently climbing, bending, lifting, kneeling, stooping, and working/extending overhead.
    • Working in adverse conditions (i.e., extreme cold, extreme hot).
    • Climbing a ladder with a 300 lb. weight limit while carrying a tool bag weighing approximately 20 lbs.
    • Climbing a ladder up to 30 feet.

Must be available for Call-in work and perform other duties as required.