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Operating Engineer

JLL

New York, NYFull-time$72–110K/yrPosted 4 days agoStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$72–110K/yr
Location
New York, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Universal CFC Certification, requiredFDNY Q01 Certificate, requiredFDNY P98 Certificate, requiredFDNY S12 Certificate, requiredFDNY S13 Certificate, required

Job overview

The Operating Engineer is responsible for electrical and mechanical systems at assigned buildings, maintaining building systems and equipment, responding to service requests and emergencies, and supporting installations and contractor oversight. The role also includes maintaining inventories and compliance, assisting engineering leadership with operational recommendations, and interacting with customers. The position is on-site in New York, with a Monday-to-Friday overnight shift.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Lifting 50 Lbs, requiredLadder Use, requiredElectrical Aptitude, requiredMechanical Aptitude, requiredOffice Furniture Systems, requiredTeamwork, requiredInterpersonal Skills, requiredVerbal Communication, requiredEmail Communication, requiredWritten Reports, requiredCustomer Service, requiredInformation Technology Tools, requiredCarpentry, nice to havePainting, nice to have

Qualifications

Fluent English, requiredHigh School Diploma or GED, requiredUniversal CFC Certification, requiredFDNY Q01 Certificate, requiredFDNY P98 Certificate, requiredFDNY S12 Certificate, requiredFDNY S13 Certificate, required4 Years Electrical or HVAC Experience, requiredUS Work Authorization Without Sponsorship, required

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

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.

Operating Engineer

What this job involves: The Operating Engineer has wide ranging responsibilities for the electrical and mechanical systems at the assigned buildings; including but not limited to the following:

  • Maintain and update current CMMS information for all building operating systems.
  • Maintain the various building systems, including but not limited to HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Life Safety.
  • Execute the preventive maintenance services of various building operating systems and equipment; performing and/or delegating tasks accordingly.
  • Respond to online service requests, ensuring that work is performed professionally, efficiently and with minimum amount of disruption to the client.
  • Respond effectively to emergencies and support after-hours building related activity as requested.
  • Assist with installations of new and/or replacement equipment as required.
  • Review the quality and pricing of work performed by outside contractors.
  • Maintain a detailed inventory of parts and equipment, submitting replacement requests as necessary.
  • Assist the Lead Engineer, Chief Engineer and/or Site Manager with operational recommendations such as Operating Expense Projects and process improvements.
  • Interact with external and internal customers with a positive demeanor and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Maintain compliance to Federal, State, County and City Ordinances Codes and Laws where applicable.
  • Maintain and implement compliance with the JLL "Engineering Services Compliance Program".
  • Attend training seminars on and off site.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. and use ladders up to 26'
  • Electrical and mechanical aptitude a must
  • Knowledge of office furniture systems
  • Team player, hard worker, good interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate well verbally, email and written reports
  • Speak fluent English

Sound like you? To apply you need to be:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Universal CFC certification
  • FDNY Certificates of Fitness: Q01 (Chiller Operation), P98 (Fuel Piping), S12 (City-Wide Sprinkler), and S13 (City-Wide Standpipe) — minimum requirements per local union
  • 4 years of experience in electrical, HVAC trade, including rooftop units and backup systems (generator and UPS)
  • Proficiency in a range of information technology tools and platforms.
  • Strong customer service orientation.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice to Have

  • Carpentry skills
  • Painting skills

Shift: Monday to Friday 11PM to 7AM

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

Expected compensation for this position:

71,900.00 – 110,260.80 USD per year Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site –New York, NY Job Tags:

Google Jobs 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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Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at [email protected]. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment.

Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest.

Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

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Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.

How this job compares

Set against the 684 open Building Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$72–110K/yr
  • US median$92–115K/yr141 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $91K, is 13% below the US median midpoint ($105K) — in the middle half of Building Engineer salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 30 open Building Engineer jobs in New York and 684 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in New York
Experience
This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Building Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (583 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 260 of the 684 open Building Engineer jobs (38%) 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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