Operating Engineer

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What this job involves:

The Operating Engineer - Critical Environments is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of facility equipment across all systems at a critical data center facility. This role requires technical expertise in one craft area (Electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, or Central Utility Plant Operations) while maintaining multi-skilled capabilities in other areas to ensure 100% uptime of mission-critical systems. The position is based in Palisades, NY, working day shift Monday through Friday.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

Operating, maintaining, and performing preventive maintenance on all data center systems including fire/life safety, HVAC, chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, plumbing, and control systems to maintain 100% uptime

Monitoring and maintaining electrical systems and emergency backup equipment including lighting, UPS, ATS, STS, PDU, generators, primary switchgear, power distribution, and transformers

Operating and adjusting refrigeration, chilled water, air conditioning equipment, boilers, ventilating systems, water heaters, pumps, valves, piping, and filters

Recording equipment readings and making necessary adjustments to ensure proper operation of all mechanical and electrical equipment

Monitoring building management systems and responding promptly to alarms and alerts to prevent system failures

Managing work orders through CMMS, coordinating with vendors, and addressing customer-facing tickets

Analyzing system operations to determine causes of problems or malfunctions and taking corrective action as required

Maintaining a clean and safe workplace while complying with departmental policies for safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials

Understanding emergency escalation procedures and managing incidents that put critical systems at risk

Desired experience and technical skills:

Requirements:

High school diploma or GED equivalent

4+ years of related work experience with systems, emergency generators, and switchgear

Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills

Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, and codes

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before small groups

Working knowledge of or capability to develop proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access

Ability to professionally interact with tenants and contractors

Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, climb ladders up to 30 ft and work from heights

Ability to work different schedules, holidays, on-call/rotation, and respond to site emergencies

Preferred:

CMMS work order system experience

Hands-on experience working in a data center or critical facility environment

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

Estimated compensation for this position:

76,000.00 - 85,000.00 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 -Orangeburg, NY

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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