Building Engineer, Data Centers

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Deliver best practice systems and problem resolution for data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeAmarillo • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $35 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in maintaining and operating critical building systems, including UPS, HVAC, and fire/life safety systems, while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintaining 100% uptime. Proficient in managing work orders and responding to emergencies in a data center environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Data Center OperationsBuilding Systems MaintenanceUPS Systems ManagementEmergency ResponseVerbal/Written Communication

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Hard Skills

HVACChillersCRACFire/Life Safety SystemsPower DistributionPreventive MaintenanceSystem AnalysisPlumbingElectrical InfrastructureRefrigeration

Soft Skills

Problem ResolutionTeam CollaborationCustomer Service

Tools & Technologies

CMMSMS OfficeGoogle SuiteCorrigo

Certifications & Qualifications

Universal EPA 608 CertificationNFPA70E Certification

Industry Keywords

Data CenterCritical FacilityHazardous Material ComplianceEmergency GeneratorsSwitchgear

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver best practice systems and problem resolution for data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure
Maintain, monitor, and perform preventive maintenance and continuous operation of building systems to maintain 100% uptime
Operate and maintain fire/life safety, HVAC, chillers, CRAC, CRAH, plumbing, controls, lighting, UPS, ATS, STS, PDU, generators, switchgear, power distribution, transformers, and hot water systems
Monitor and adjust refrigeration, chilled water, air conditioning, boilers, ventilation, water heaters, pumps, valves, piping, and filters
Record readings and make adjustments to ensure proper equipment operation
Analyze systems, determine causes of malfunctions, and take corrective action
Comply with hazardous-material storage, usage, and disposal policies
Maintain a clean and safe workplace
Learn and understand the data center site to manage incidents and events affecting critical systems
Manage work orders, including CMMS, vendor management, and customer-facing tickets
Follow emergency escalation procedures
Perform additional duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to traverse 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
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 MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Google Suite and CMMS
Corrigo experience preferred
Universal EPA 608 certification preferred
Trained in NFPA70E preferred
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

12% night shift differential
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