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Operating Engineer- JLL
What this job involves:
As an Operating Engineer at JLL, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the seamless operation of complex facility systems that keep our clients' buildings performing at their best. This position demands technical expertise across multiple craft areas including Electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, and Central Utility Plant Operations. You'll be responsible for the hands-on operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of critical building equipment, from mechanical and plumbing systems to fire and life safety controls. At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way — for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees — and your technical proficiency will be essential in maintaining facilities to the highest standards. You'll manage everything from preventative maintenance schedules to contractor oversight, ensuring optimal equipment performance while maintaining a safe and compliant workplace environment.
What your day-to-day will look like:
• Perform maintenance, monitoring, and repairs to Mechanical, Plumbing, Structural, Furniture, Fire, Life Safety, and Control systems to keep facility and building systems up to applicable standards
• Maintain responsibility for facility services, preventative maintenance, purchasing and inventory control, contracted maintenance, general maintenance, and technical proficiency
• Clean, inspect, calibrate, and change parts on HVAC systems and associated equipment to maintain optimum performance levels
• Record readings and make adjustments where necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment across all building systems
• Monitor the quality and pricing of maintenance work performed by outside contractors, ensuring standards are met
• Perform periodic checks of tool and instrument inventory to maintain readiness for all maintenance activities
• Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials while maintaining a clean and safe workplace
Required qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 2-4 years of experience maintaining and repairing commercial building systems
• Ability to analyze the operation of various commercial or industrial Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC systems, determine the cause of problems or malfunctions, and take corrective action
• Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel
• Physical ability to bend, sit, kneel, squat, stand, reach, and lay as required to access equipment components for extended periods of time
• Ability to work exposed to heat, sunlight, rain, cold, and during daylight and night-time hours as needed
Preferred qualifications:
• EPA 608 Universal Certification
• Two years of trades schooling in electrical system design, refrigeration, and HVAC
Schedule: M-F 7:30 AM-4:00 PM
Location: Greensboro,NC
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location:
On-site –Greensboro, NCIf 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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Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- 2-4 years of experience maintaining and repairing commercial building systems
- Ability to analyze operation of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC systems
- Working knowledge of Word and Excel
- Physical ability to perform tasks required to access equipment components
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The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about JLL and has not been reviewed or approved by JLL.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA options, and mental health support. The package is frequently characterized as “great” or “good,” reinforcing its perceived robustness.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) with a strong employer match and access to related savings options such as a Roth 401(k). The presence of an employee stock purchase program and charitable matching further supports long-term financial value.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits include paid holidays and PTO that is often described as generous and flexible, alongside bereavement and military leave. Remote/hybrid flexibility is also part of the total rewards picture, increasing perceived overall value.
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