Senior Operating Engineer

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Senior Operating Engineer – JLL

What this job involves: The Senior Operating Engineer supports the daily operation, maintenance, and repair of commercial building systems to help ensure safe, efficient, and reliable facility performance. This role is responsible for maintaining HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building systems while delivering high-quality customer service to tenants and clients. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in at least one skilled trade area and the ability to support multiple building maintenance disciplines in a fast-paced environment.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other building systems and equipment.
• Monitor building automation systems (BAS), respond to alarms, troubleshoot operational issues, and escalate concerns as needed.
• Complete work orders through the CMMS platform while maintaining accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain commercial HVAC equipment including chillers, cooling towers, pumps, compressors, air handlers, and associated systems.
• Support general building maintenance including ceiling tile replacement, painting, flooring repairs, plumbing fixture repairs, and other facility upkeep tasks.
• Conduct routine facility rounds to identify operational concerns, safety hazards, and maintenance needs while ensuring a clean and safe work environment.
• Coordinate with vendors, support tenant service requests, and participate in after-hours or on-call building support as required.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Tennessee Driver’s License required.
• 4–6 years of commercial building engineering or facilities maintenance experience.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building automation systems.
• Universal CFC certification and/or electrical or plumbing certification preferred based on jurisdictional requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and work in mechanical rooms, rooftops, ladders, and varying weather conditions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, CMMS platforms, smartphones, and email systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in commercial office buildings or critical facility environments.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and building safety procedures.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems independently.
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience supporting vendor coordination and contractor oversight.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a facilities operations team.
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to emergency service needs within designated response times.

Location: Nashville, TN

Work Shift: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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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!

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 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

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

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