Operating Engineer

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Job Summary

The Operating Engineer focuses on operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing all facility systems equipment. This role requires specialized expertise in Electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, while maintaining proficiency across multiple technical areas to handle diverse work assignments. The engineer maintains equipment for optimal energy efficiency and safety, minimizing downtime through proactive maintenance planning and comprehensive record-keeping. Openness to additional responsibilities and flexible scheduling as business needs require

Key Responsibilities

MECHANICAL & HVAC SYSTEMS:

• Perform comprehensive maintenance and repairs on commercial HVAC systems including chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, pumps, motors, and building automation systems
• Conduct thorough inspections and assessments of building systems, documenting findings and recommending improvements or repairs
• Analyze heating, cooling, and humidification cycles to diagnose and resolve system issues
• Inspect, repair, and replace pumps, piping systems, valves, and components
• Assemble, install, and test complicated mechanical equipment and assemblies

• Diagnose malfunctioning systems using test equipment and hand tools
• Ensure compliance with building and safety codes
• Collaborate with facility management teams and clients to address service needs while maintaining high customer satisfaction standards
• Take ownership of cross-shift issues and resolution

GENERAL MAINTENANCE:

• Electrical: Low/medium voltage power systems and lighting maintenance
• Plumbing: Installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing systems
• Completing preventive maintenance tasks for automatic doors, gates, forklifts, scissor lifts, fire extinguishers, and eye wash stations
• Miscellaneous repairs (painting, repair of doors and locks, etc.)
• Verifying proper daily start-up of building systems including checking operation of the fire pump, hot water heaters, boilers, elevators, compressors, etc.

SAFETY:

• Adhere to JLL and Client safety standards
• Ability to write and follow Job Hazard Assessments
• Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials; maintain a clean and safe workplace
• Perform periodic checks of tool and instrument inventory
• Work safely and follow all established plant safety policies and procedures
• Communicate appropriately with all site management employees

Qualifications

• Valid state driver's license with clean driving record
• High School diploma or GED equivalent, with two years of trades schooling in electrical system design, refrigeration, and HVAC
• Certification as a Universal Technician for CFCs
• 5+ years of related work experience in a commercial, industrial, or manufacturing environment, especially in maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, or electrical
• 5+ years utilizing CMMS and PM software programs and Building Automation Systems (BAS) with key experience monitoring and evaluating RTU performance.
• Ability to read and understand MEP drawings / schematics
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Physical Work Abilities and Requirements
This position requires frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, stooping, and working/extending overhead, including:

• Lifting a maximum of 50 lbs
• Using ladders up to 30 ft. and working from heights
• Climbing a ladder while carrying a tool bag weighing approximately 20 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• Chillers, pumps, cooling tower, and water treatment experience

• 7+ years of commercial HVAC experience with exposure to large-scale building systems
• Familiarity with computers and iPad devices with working knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft, SLACK, email, and Zoom

Work Shift:

Day Shift

Salary/ Comp:

$95,000 annually

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

Estimated compensation for this position:

95,000.00 - 109,000.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site -Costa Mesa, CA

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:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 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

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