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Operating Engineer

JLL
East Syracuse, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/6/2025
What this job involves: The Operating Engineer is responsible for operations & maintenance of building systems and equipment as part of the Facility Maintenance & Operations Team. This role handles routine and emergency plant operations, requiring general knowledge of industry maintenance practices and the ability to work independently.

What your day-to-day will look like:

  • Inspect, troubleshooting, repair and adjust equipment to minimize service interruptions and downtime
  • Execute maintenance and repair work for boilers, HVAC equipment, chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, and building infrastructure
  • Perform complex operating procedures for high pressure steam boilers, lab utilities, emergency generators, and fire pumps
  • Monitor water chemistry in various systems and make necessary adjustments
  • Maintain mechanical spaces for safety and housekeeping to be audit-ready
  • Respond to emergencies, identify problems, and take corrective actions
  • Review and complete work orders, logs, and documentation in the BMS CMMS
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, OSHA regulations, and JLL policies

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must possess a valid driver's license
  • Ability to work independently and plan work without direct supervision
  • Skills to operate electric hand tools, work on ladders, and lift heavy loads
  • Ability to operate required equipment and motor vehicles
  • Physical capability to perform maintenance tasks

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge of building automation and system controls
  • Experience with HVAC/R systems and boilers
  • Proficient computer skills
  • Ability to provide guidance and mentoring to team members

Work Schedule:

  • 3x2 rotation: Alternating between day and night shifts every two weeks
  • Day shift: 7am - 7pm
  • Night shift: 7pm - 7am
  • 12-hour rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays
  • Overtime is required

Salary/Comp:

$64,000.00 OT hours per year: 208 hours

For the minimum salary ($64,000):

Regular hourly rate: $30.77/hr. (based on 2,080 hours per year)

OT hourly rate (1.5x): $46.16/hr.

Annual OT value: 208 hrs. × $46.16 = $9,601.28

Total minimum compensation: $64,000 $9,601.28 = $73,601.28

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