
Sr. Operating Engineer (HVAC) - 2nd shift
Whitsett, NCFull-time$59–73K/yrPosted 2w agoStill listed today
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JLL seeks a Senior Operating Engineer/HVAC Tech to maintain and optimize mechanical systems at a data center in Whitsett, North Carolina. The role covers building equipment operations, maintenance and repairs, tenant service, contractor oversight, and system performance. The engineer also participates in rotating on-call assignments and emergency response. The position is on-site, Monday through Friday, from 3:00 PM to midnight.
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Full job description
JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.
Sr. Operating Engineer / HVAC Tech – JLL
What this job involves: Join JLL as a Sr. Operating Engineer / HVAC Tech and become a key contributor to our facility operations team. In this role, you'll apply your extensive HVAC expertise to maintain and optimize critical building systems in a dynamic Data Center environment. You'll work hands-on with advanced mechanical systems including chilled water systems, cooling towers, chillers, boilers, and multiple Building Management System (BMS) platforms. Your technical proficiency will ensure seamless facility operations, exceptional tenant service, and system reliability. This position offers the opportunity to leverage your skills in commercial HVAC while expanding your expertise in areas such as plumbing, carpentry, and building automation. Join us in delivering world-class facility services that support JLL's commitment to operational excellence and client satisfaction.
What your day-to-day will look like:
- Control the daily operation of all mechanical equipment in the physical plant and buildings
- Perform maintenance and repairs to Mechanical, Plumbing, Structural, Furniture, and Control systems to maintain applicable standards
- Monitor and maintain responsibility for tenant services, preventative maintenance, purchasing and inventory control, contracted maintenance, general maintenance, and technical proficiency
- Operate and maintain refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment, boilers, heating, ventilating and hot water equipment, pumps, valves, piping, filters, and other mechanical and electrical equipment
- Complete all tenant service requests accurately and expediently
- Perform preventative maintenance tasks in a timely manner
- Monitor the quality of maintenance work performed by outside contractors
- Evaluate building systems to monitor and improve performance for efficient operation
- Comply with all policies and procedures established for the building
- Actively participate in emergency response procedures, technical and safety training programs
- Perform all work using proper safety equipment and in a safe manner
- Participate in rotating on-call assignments with Facilities Services
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in HVAC trade with applied working knowledge of building trades
- Experience with Data Center settings, operations, and protocol
- Applied working knowledge of chilled water systems, cooling towers, and chillers including associated pumps, valves, VFDs, and VAVs
- Applied working knowledge of forced air furnaces and boilers including associated pumps and condensate return systems
- Applied working knowledge of multiple BMS platforms
- Knowledge of maintenance and operation of building automation, water treatment, and fire life safety systems
- Universal CFC certification (required)
- High school diploma or GED
- Strong customer service orientation with excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills and a positive team attitude
- Familiarity with computers and office automation applications, including Microsoft Office
- Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk long distances, bend, and lift objects up to 100 lbs
- Ability to work long hours occasionally, including some weekends and holidays
Preferred Qualifications:
- Additional experience in plumbing, carpentry, painting, wall repair, and event support
- Previous experience as a stationary facility engineer in a large facility or mobile facility engineer responsible for multiple facilities
- Advanced certifications in HVAC, building automation, or related mechanical systems
- Experience working in large commercial or enterprise-level Data Center environments
Location: Whitsett, NC Work Shift: Monday - Friday; 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM Salary/Comp: $59,400 to $72,600
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location:
On-site –Whitsett, NC 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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How this job compares
Set against the 1,340 open HVAC Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$59–73K/yr
- US median$91–120K/yr229 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $66K, is 36% below the US median midpoint ($103K) — in the lowest quarter of HVAC Technician salary ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 40 open HVAC Technician jobs in North Carolina and 1,340 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in North Carolina
- Superior Contracting & Maintenance6 open
- Mentor Technical Group4 open
- BlueHat Mechanical2 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; HVAC Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (858 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 592 of the 1,340 open HVAC Technician jobs (44%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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