Building Engineer - Critical Facilities

What this job involves

The Data Center Operating Engineer is responsible for delivery of best practice systems and problem resolution on all data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure (UPS, MV electrical systems, generators, cooling systems etc.).

Position is onsite in Elk Grove Village, IL.

Shifts: first, swing and third. Candidates are preferred to have open availability.

• Responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and performing preventive maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems to maintain 100% uptime including fire/life safety, mechanical systems such as HVAC, chillers, CRAC, CRAH, plumbing, controls and 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, air conditioning equipment, boilers, ventilating and water heaters, pumps, valves, piping and filters.
  
  Records readings and makes adjustments where necessary to ensure proper operation.
• 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.
• Perform additional job duties as required.

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

• Walking large, campus-like settings.
• Lifting a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Climbing stairs and navigating rooftops to access equipment.
• Using ladders up to 30 ft and working from heights.
• Ability to climb a ladder with a 300-lb weight limit.
• Must be able to work different schedules.
• Must be able to work holidays.
• Must be able to respond to site emergencies.

Required

• 2+ years experience working in a data center/critical facility.
• Experience with building systems, including UPS systems, emergency generators, and switchgears.
• Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of computer applications including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Google Suite and CMMS.

Preferred

• Corrigo experience
• Universal EPA 608 certification
• Trained in NFPA
  70E

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

–  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.

• 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

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  This email is only to request an accommodation.

Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page.