Lead Operating Engineer

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Lead Operating Engineer - Healthcare

What this job involves:

The Lead Operating Engineer - Healthcare plays a critical role in supervising and directing maintenance personnel responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of all base building and critical system machinery and equipment. This position ensures the seamless operation of healthcare facility systems while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and service delivery. You will coordinate the activities of the operating team, implement preventative maintenance programs, and assume the responsibilities of the Operations Manager in their absence. This role contributes directly to JLL's mission of creating safe, efficient, and compliant healthcare environments that support our clients' critical operations.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Supervise and direct maintenance staff, monitoring performance and ensuring efficient completion of service requests with minimal disruption and proper cleanup
• Diagnose malfunctioning equipment, determine corrective actions, and facilitate root cause analysis to restore satisfactory operating conditions
• Provide hands-on training and supervision to expand operations staff capabilities, including proper tool usage, basic maintenance procedures, safety protocols, and troubleshooting techniques
• Supervise and implement the preventative maintenance program by scheduling tasks, delegating to qualified staff, ordering necessary parts and equipment, and maintaining inventory
• Direct and oversee contracted maintenance work, ensuring timely performance, fulfillment of equipment warranty obligations, and securing of equipment manuals and drawings
• Ensure compliance with departmental policies for safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials while maintaining a clean and safe workplace
• Recommend and estimate facilities repairs and improvements for inclusion in the annual budget, and implement at least one cost savings action annually relating to energy or utility consumption

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of a high school diploma with two years of trade or vocational schooling or apprenticeship in electrical, piping/plumbing, refrigeration, or HVAC
• Five years of experience in healthcare facility/plant engineering maintenance
• Thorough understanding of Joint Commission and other regulatory surveys
• Multi-skilled exposure to HVAC, fluid handling/pumping, fluid filtering, mechanical systems, welding, and electrical systems engineering and operation in a minimum of two craft areas
• Valid US Driver's License
• Ability to climb ladders up to 40 feet, lift 60 lbs repeatedly, frequently walk up and down stairs, and perform equipment inspections requiring access to difficult-to-reach areas
• Ability to detect emergency alarms (auditory and/or visual)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in basic computer application software such as MS Office and email
• Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS, preferably "360 Facility")
• Understanding of Building Automation Systems (BMS)
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written reports
• Excellent customer service skills and overall professionalism in manner and appearance
• For internal candidates, must consistently receive a "meets expectations" rating on IPMP performance reviews

Location: Onsite -St Petersburg
Salary: $49,000 to $57,000

Schedule: 7:30am to 4:00pm

At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way — for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees. We choose to take the more inspiring, innovative, and optimistic path on our journey toward success. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, which allows us to create transformative solutions for the real estate industry. We support each other's wellbeing and champion inclusivity and belonging across teams.

JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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

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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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