Critical Environments Operating Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Operate and maintain critical building systems to ensure 100% uptime, including fire/life safety, HVAC, chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, plumbing, controls, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, power distribution, and transformers .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeDurham • North Carolina • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining critical building systems, including UPS systems and power distribution, while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Possesses strong communication skills for documenting activities and managing vendor coordination in a data center environment.

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UPS Systems ManagementPower Distribution EquipmentCMMS ProficiencyData Center OperationsEmergency Response Procedures

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Hard Skills

HVAC SystemsChillersRefrigeration SystemsElectrical SystemsBoilersPumpsValvesControlsFire/Life Safety SystemsBuilding Maintenance

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationProblem-SolvingCustomer Service

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeGoogle SuiteCMMS

Industry Keywords

Data CenterCritical FacilitySafety StandardsHazardous Materials ManagementEmergency Escalation Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate and maintain critical building systems to ensure 100% uptime, including fire/life safety, HVAC, chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, plumbing, controls, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, power distribution, and transformers
Monitor, adjust, and maintain refrigeration, chilled water, air conditioning equipment, boilers, pumps, valves, piping, and electrical systems
Record equipment readings, analyze system operations, identify problems or malfunctions, and take immediate corrective action
Manage work orders through CMMS, coordinate with vendors, and respond to customer-facing tickets
Learn and understand data center infrastructure to manage incidents and events affecting critical systems
Comply with emergency escalation procedures and respond to site emergencies
Maintain safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials and keep the workplace compliant with safety standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of hands-on experience working in a data center or critical facility environment
Demonstrated experience with mission-critical building systems including UPS systems, emergency generators, switchgear, and power distribution equipment
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to document activities and communicate technical information clearly
Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Google Suite, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
Physical ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, climb ladders up to 30 feet (300-lb weight limit), work at heights, and navigate rooftops
Flexibility to work different schedules, including holidays, and respond to site emergencies as needed
Ability to frequently walk, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and work overhead in large campus-like settings
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Work with cutting-edge technology in a fast-growing industry
Clear career advancement opportunities in critical infrastructure