Critical Environments Operating Engineer
Listed on 2026-01-25
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Engineering
HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrical Engineering
Overview
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Job Description
Develop your engineering career at JLL! The Critical Environments Operating Engineer supports operation, inspection and maintenance processes to critical mechanical building equipment and systems. You will work as part of an engineering & facilities team at multi-building critical portfolio managed by JLL in Raleigh/Durham Metro area. We are currently looking to hire a critical engineer that can work the shift listed below.
Location: Durham, NC 27703
Schedule: On-site, 2-36 hour weeks a month (3-12 s) and then 2-48 hour weeks a month (4-12 s)
Shift: Thursday-Friday-Saturday Every other Wednesday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reporting To: Critical Environment Chief Engineer
Pay range: $33.61 - $37.98 / hr
Additional Perks: 3 & 4 day work weeks, large engineering team, place to learn with different equipment and SMEs, uniforms, and tools provided.
What this job involvesThe Data Center Operations Engineer is responsible for operating and maintaining critical data center infrastructure, equipment, and systems. Delivery of best practice systems and problem resolution on all data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure (UPS, MV electrical systems, generators, cooling systems etc.).
What your day-to-day will look like- Responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and performing preventive maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems to maintain 100% Up-time including: fire/life safety, mechanical systems such as HVAC, chillers, CRAC/CRAH, plumbing, controls, electrical including emergency backup systems such as lighting, UPS, ATS, STS, PDU, generators, primary switch gear, power distribution, transformers, and hot water systems.
- Monitors operation, adjusts, and maintains refrigeration, chilled water, and air conditioning equipment; boilers, ventilating and water heaters; pumps, valves, piping, and filters; other mechanical and electrical equipment. Records readings and makes adjustments as necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment.
- Requires the ability to analyze the operation of various systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions and take corrective action as required.
- Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintains a clean and safe workplace.
- Learn and understand the data center site in order to manage incidents and events that put the critical systems at risk.
- Work order management, including CMMS, Vendor Management, and Customer Facing Tickets.
- Understanding and complying with emergency escalation procedures.
- Work shifts to support 24/7 data center operation, and have flexibility in work hours to cover other shifts
- On call emergency support as required
- High School diploma or GED equivalent
- 2+ years of hands-on work experience operating and maintaining critical infrastructure, equipment, and systems
- 1+ year of UPS, emergency generators, switchgears, & chiller plants equipment experience
- Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license
- Must successfully pass background, drug/alcohol, and MVR screening process before beginning employment.
- Completion of EPA 608/Universal certification
- Flexibility in work hours to cover all shifts
- Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills
- Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) &/or Building Management System (BMS)
- Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, One Note, and Outlook)
- Trade school education, union training, military service or college education is desirable
- Previous military background a plus to include Army Prime Power, Navy ET/Nuke, Air Force HVAC/Power Pro/ Electrician or related trade schooling
- Trained in NFPA
70E preferably
Please submit your application with an updated resume, location, and contact information. If you're a current JLL employee, please apply using the Internal Career Site.
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Location: On-site
-Durham, NC
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!
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