Operating Engineer

Operating Engineer Position Description

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

The Operating Engineer is responsible for the operation and maintenance of facility mechanical systems and related automation to ensure machinery and systems operate safely, efficiently, and effectively. The role involves protecting and improving the value of the client's assets, implementing reliability-based maintenance, and continuously enhancing maintenance practices to maximize performance.

Key Responsibilities :

• Perform maintenance and operation of building systems (fire / life safety, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, cabling, lighting, temperature controls, critical environments, light construction).
• Respond to and mitigate alarm conditions, troubleshooting and driving to complete any necessary corrective action.
• Troubleshoot mechanical equipment, drives, actuators using BAS tools and OEM standards.
• Recommend and help to maintain critical spares inventory.
• Provide maintenance, repair and efficient troubleshooting for steam systems, humidifiers and steam traps.
• Respond to alarms for O2 and CO2 sensors and make necessary repairs and replacements.
• Develop and implement maintenance plans incorporating preventive, corrective, and reliability procedures.
• Ensure safety hazards are identified and remediated and manage safety training programs.
• Participate in Reliability Centered Maintenance best practices.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory laws and guidelines related to building infrastructure.
• Maintain infrastructure and compliance documentation.
• Support contractor activities within the building.
• Use Computerized Maintenance Management Systems for work planning and documentation of work performed and labor hours.
• Keep records of building rounds, engineering logs, and data sheets.
• Flexible in the day-to-day activities and scheduling for the benefit of the customer.
• Provides immediate response to a variety of facility issues to include plumbing, electrical, carpentry and other site emergencies.
• Develops estimates and presents proposals to site leadership.
• Assists other trade professionals as necessary to complete team objectives.
• Must have availability to respond to after-hours emergencies on-site only as needed.
• Must have ability to read and understand operator and service manuals, specifications and drawings.
• Works at varying heights using ladders, scaffolding, aerial and platform lifts.
• Escorts and monitors quality and safety practices of outside contractors as assigned.
• Adapts appropriately to temporary adjustments in work schedule to accommodate projects and other site demands.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.

Skills / Qualifications

Physical Requirements :

Location : On-site Cambridge, MA

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth :