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MechanicalSME- Critical Facilities
Expected compensation for this position:
$42 - $51 USD per hour
Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
As a Mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME) at JLL, you will serve as the technical authority and strategic advisor for complex mechanical systems acrossa large hyperscale data center. This specialized role demands deepexpertisein HVAC design, mechanical system optimization, and advanced building technologies while providing consultative support to engineering teams, clients, and project stakeholders. You will lead technical assessments, drive innovation initiatives, andestablishbest practices that enhance system performance, energy efficiency, and operational reliability across multiple facility types.
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What your day-to-day will look like:
Critical Systems Management:?
- Oversee HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems specific to data center operations?
- Implement andmaintaincritical environment protocols and Method of Procedure (MOP) processes?
- Conduct regular performance analyses of facility mechanical and electrical systems?
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Mechanical Engineering Applications:?
- Apply mechanical engineering principles to improve data center efficiency and reliability?
- Design and implement cooling solutionsoptimizedfor high-density server environments?
- Analyze and enhance airflow management strategies?
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Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting:?
- Develop and execute comprehensive preventive maintenance schedules for all critical infrastructure?
- Lead root cause analysis for any system failures or inefficiencies?
- Implement corrective actions and system upgrades based on engineering assessments?
Incident Management
- Be the first point of contact forservice impacting events involving the mechanical plant.
- Assistthe team in troubleshooting andmitigating incidents.
- Assistin the creation of root cause analysis (RCAs).
- Be available for after-hourssupportregardingthe mechanical plant.
- This includes24x7response.
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Energy Efficiency and Sustainability:?
- Propose and implement energy-saving initiatives to reduce Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE)?
- Evaluate and integrate green technologies suitable for data center operations?
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Compliance and Safety:?
- Ensure adherence to industry standards (e.g., ASHRAE, ISO) and local regulations?
- Oversee safety protocols and conduct regular safety audits?
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of data center best practices and emerging technologies?
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Team Leadership and Project Management:?
- Mentor and guide a team of facility technicians and engineers?
- Manage complex data center infrastructure projects, including expansions and upgrades?
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Vendor and Stakeholder Management:?
- Collaborate with equipment vendors and service providers to ensureoptimalsystem performance?
- Communicate effectively with executive management on infrastructure status and improvement plans?
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Physical work requirements and work conditions?
- Lifting upto 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).?
- Driving forlong periodsof time.?
- Climbing a ladder with a 300lbweight 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 asrequired.?
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Desired experience and technical skills -?
Required:?
- 4+ years of technical experience in building engineering with a strong background in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and production equipment repair and maintenance?
- Experience working in Data Centers/Raised Floor Environment?
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills?
- Universal EPA 608 Certification?
- CRAC (Liebert) maintenance and repair experience?
- Licenses as required by authority havingjurisdiction?
- Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel?
- 2 years of trades school or documented apprenticeship in relevant craft skills?
- Valid driver?s license
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Preferred:?
- Expertisein one specific craft area (Electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, Central Utility Plant Operations, Material Handling Equipment)?
- Familiarity with building automation systems and fire/life safety?
This position does not provide be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location:
On-site ?Amarillo, TX, Claude, TX
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 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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