Operating Engineer

The Operating Engineer’s technical responsibilities include the operations & maintenance and repair of building systems and equipment. Duties include all aspects of routine and emergency plant operations. This includes main switchgears, emergency generator operations, complicated emergency switching procedures, high pressure boiler systems, and Reverse Osmosis and Deionizer water systems. 

The person in this position may also manage the daily work schedules and routines of subordinate mechanics, to include reviewing completed work orders for detail and accuracy as well as setting up a quality assurance and inspection program.  This position will be an integral member of the team to manage the daily, routine and emergency operation of the facility on a 24/7 basis to ensure 100% uptime of all systems.  Positions currently available on all shifts.

• →Inspects and analyzes equipment and diagnoses trouble or malfunctions and makes necessary adjustments to minimize service interruptions and equipment downtime
• →Provides input to the planning of equipment system maintenance to minimize service interruptions and equipment downtime through reliability centered maintenance practices
• →Executing a wide variety of maintenance and repair work in relation to the installation, maintenance, and repairs of boilers, chillers, HVAC equipment, and building equipment and infrastructure in general.

• →May oversee the execution of daily operations and maintenance activities performed by JLL and/or contract personnel.  Provide guidance and mentoring, as needed, to ensure personnel perform the tasks required in a complete and accurate manner and delivered with outstanding customer service.
• →Performs a wide variety of complex operating procedures to ensure the proper operation of the high pressure steam boilers, lab utilities, emergency generator operation, the propane vaporizer and others.
• →Conducts scheduled tours of the boiler plant, chiller plant and lab utility equipment to include cooling towers, emergency generator rooms; main switchgear rooms, air handling machine rooms as well as steam stations and condensate return systems. 
• →Completes tours and watches according to predetermined schedules and reports status.
• →During after hour’s shifts, responds to all emergencies and takes appropriate action to identify problems and take corrective actions without compromising watch duties. Calls on duty mechanics for assistance and or utilizes emergency call list when necessary.
• →Will work with shift maintenance mechanics performing minor PM and repairs to central plant HVAC systems.
• →Will maintain all engineering/electrical spaces in a clean and neat manner at all times.
• →Will be responsible for maintaining water treatment programs.
• →Review executed work orders, logs, forms, and related documentation on a daily basis to help ensure they are complete, current, and reflect the tasks as performed, and are appropriated filed in the CMMS, or other required system.

• →Ensure all safety, environmental, and site standards are strictly adhered to within the facility by both JLL and any JLL vendors performing work. Ensures compliance with OSHA regulations, all applicable building codes and JLL policies and procedures.
• →Provides “on-call” support for after hours issues that may arise within the facility

• Must have a 3rd Class District of Columbia Steam Operators license or equivalent.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3 years of experience as a building operating engineer working in a high-pressure steam plant with a minimum of 500 BHP and centrifugal chillers of 750 tons or greater.
• Should have a working knowledge of building automation, system controls and fire alarm systems.
• Proficient computer skills and experience working with Direct Digital Control systems is desirable.
• Must have general knowledge of industry maintenance and repair practices
• Ability to work independently and plan work without direct supervision.

Ashburn, VA

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.

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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