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Operating Engineer

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In-Office
6 Locations
81K-90K
Mid level
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81K-90K
Mid level
The Operating Engineer is responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing facility systems including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems while ensuring safety and energy efficiency.
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Operating Engineer – JLL

What this job involves:

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

What your day-to-day will look like:

  • Master HVAC fundamentals including system components, electrical wiring, and refrigerant handling while diagnosing and repairing malfunctions to restore proper functionality.

  • Analyze complex system issues using Building Automation Systems, blueprints, schematics, pressure readings, and airflow measurements to accurately identify root causes of problems.

  • Execute comprehensive preventive maintenance programs for HVACR and chiller systems while mobilizing appropriate tools, equipment, and materials for optimal performance.

  • Perform systematic troubleshooting techniques to determine equipment problems and implement efficient repairs that minimize operational downtime and disruptions.

  • Maintain electrical systems including low and medium voltage power distribution and lighting systems while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

  • Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems alongside preventive maintenance for automatic doors, gates, material handling equipment, fire safety systems, and emergency eyewash stations.

  • Conduct daily building system start-up procedures including fire pumps, water heaters, boilers, elevators, and compressors while completing miscellaneous facility repairs such as painting and hardware maintenance.

Required Qualifications:

  • 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

  • 4+ years of related work experience in a commercial, industrial, or manufacturing environment, especially in maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, or electrical

  • 2+ years utilizing CMMS and PM software programs and Building Automation Systems (BAS) with key experience monitoring and evaluating RTU performance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ability to read and interpret work from drawings, written work orders, sketches, blueprints, and technical manuals

  • Strong communication skills

  • Advanced troubleshooting abilities in building automation and other complex systems

  • Heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.)

  • Ability to work at an accelerated pace in emergency conditions

  • Manufacturing or industrial facility experience

Location:

Onsite

Work Shift:

Salary/ Comp:

81,000 – 90,000 USD per year

Estimated compensation for this position:

39.00 – 90,000.00 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 –Anaheim, CA, Costa Mesa, CA, Irvine, CA, Long Beach, CA, Orange, CA, Santa Ana, CA

Job Tags:

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

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For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at [email protected]. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment.

Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest.

Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

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Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.

Top Skills

Building Automation Systems
Cmms
Electrical
Hvac
Plumbing

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