Asst Chief Engineer

Boston, Massachusetts

JLL
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Assistant Chief Engineer

7:00-3:30p

The Assistant Chief Engineer supervises, leads, and supports operation, inspection, and maintenance processes to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment and systems in assigned facilities. This role has responsibilities and expectations to include demonstrating technical expertise in multiple craft areas (electrical, HVAC, plumbing) and be multi-skilled in all others in order to successfully repair, maintain, restore, and replace various building operational components independently and as a teacher supplying team support.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performance of ongoing preventive and repair work orders on facility mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other installed systems, equipment, and components.
  • Utilizes Angus work order system to manage the timely completion of all preventative and corrective maintenance assignments.
  • Provide support for Operations and Engineering leadership and team members to ensure work orders and preventive maintenance tasks are completed in compliance with Service Level Agreements and site/client-specific Key Performance Indicators.
  • Lead and share knowledge of HVAC, electric, plumbing, and other skills with team members to grow their skills.
  • Requires the ability to analyze the operation of various systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions and take corrective action as required.
  • Monitor BMS systems, respond to alarms, and diagnose resolution.
  • Diagnose, inspect, repair, and maintain HVAC equipment including but not limited to refrigeration and air conditioning compressors, chillers, water cooling towers, humidifiers, etc.
  • Diagnose, inspect, repair, and maintain plumbing components including restroom fixtures, flush valves, water fountains, sinks, drains, water heaters, piping, sump pumps, etc.
  • Diagnose, inspect, repair, and maintain electrical components including all types lamp replacement, ballast replacement, fixtures, motors, basic diagram components, comprehend basic wiring components, etc.
  • Inspects various damaged surfaces (eg, plaster, drywall, water-damaged areas, ceiling, and wall cracks) for repairs.
  • Perform assigned facility rounds and due diligence efforts by being proactive; reporting on conditions impacting satisfactory client occupancy and operations; entering work orders for resolution.
  • Be a member of the operations team in the maintenance and repair of building components and equipment.
  • Provide best-in-class customer services to all Tenants and Agencies, ensuring work performed is accomplished efficiently with a minimum amount of disruption and inconvenience.
  • Recognize danger and safety hazards and propose methods to eliminate them.
  • Must be willing and able to support any after-hours building related activity as required.
  • Responsible for keeping records of building rounds and readings, refrigerant logs, engineering data sheets, developing JSA, OSHA regulations and Jones Lang LaSalle Team Safety Policies.
  • Must be able to work independently, effectively teach other team members, and help team with daily job assignments.
  • Demonstrates the proper use and care of tools and instruments, giving hands-on instruction in basic maintenance, safety and troubleshooting procedures, while instilling an overall level of professionalism in manner and appearance.
  • Support the culture to self-perform work in-house instead of using an outside Vendor.
  • Maintains a clean and safe working environment. Ensures the availability of an adequate operating inventory of tools, supplies and PPE.
  • Work with Chief Engineer to identify and enter Cost Savings.
  • Must complete all required safety training as scheduled and on time.
  • Other tasks as assigned by Operations and Engineering leadership.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Team player, self-starter, strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written.
  • Provide excellent customer service by utilizing professional and effective communication timely follow through.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties.
  • Possess hands-on skills and knowledge to complete required repairs and maintenance on commercial HVAC systems (including, pumps, motors, air handlers, automation/controls systems, and associated electrical systems) using industry standard tools and in accordance with all codes, laws, and regulations.
  • Ability to be in an on-call rotation.
  • Interim Chief Engineer when/if incumbent Chief Engineer is not able to fulfill duties (vacation, sick time, etc).
  • Ability to lift, carry and push equipment, supplies and other job-related items weighing 50 pounds or more.
  • Effective use of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel), Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and other internet-based software.
  • Ability to use a computer and smartphone with multiple email accounts.
  • Meet schedules and timelines.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • The employee frequently is required to walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds & climb up to 30 ft. ladders.
  • This position requires working outdoors, in mechanical/equipment rooms and possible extreme weather conditions.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 6 years of applicable working experience in general building repair, maintenance, and engineering with a strong background in technical aspects of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, controls and overall system design and application.
  • Licenses as required by authority having jurisdiction.

Location:

On-site - Boston, MA

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 may 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.
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Date Posted: 11 April 2025
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