
Operating Engineer
Pennington, NJFull-time$67–77K/yrPosted 2w agoStill listed today
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Job overview
The Operating Engineer supports the operation, inspection, and maintenance of building mechanical, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems. The role includes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, tenant service requests, and emergency response as applicable. It requires on-site presence in Pennington, New Jersey, and at least three years of related work experience. Candidates need a New Jersey Blue Seal steam license or may qualify with a High Pressure Black Seal license and an expectation to obtain the Blue Seal within one year.
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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.
Operating Engineer – Property Management
Schedule: 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, rotating 3-on/4-off, 3-off/4-on shift pattern | 24/7 coverage required
Comp $32 to $36 hourly
What this job involves: Develop your engineering career at JLL! The Operating Engineer supports operation, inspection and maintenance processes to mechanical, HVAC, electrical and plumbing equipment and systems.
What your day-to-day will look like:
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Complete assigned tasks that include but are not limited to: painting, pressure washing, maintaining lighting system bulbs/ballasts, plumbing, HVAC systems, water treatment, locksmith work and general maintenance (as allowed by any licensing requirements)
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Maintain work order system (CMMS) daily and complete any tenant service requests
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Perform assigned preventive maintenance and inspection tasks
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Support on-call or emergency response situations (if applicable)
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Troubleshoot all building systems, including electrical, DDC and pneumatic controls
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Comply with all safety procedures
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Participate in ongoing technical, safety, and operational process training programs
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Other projects and tasks to be assigned
On-site presence required Complete job description available on JLL's internal portal
Required Qualifications:
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3+ years of related work experience, especially in repair, maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical or carpentry
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Trade school education, union training, military service or college is desirable
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Universal CFC EPA certification or interest in achieving within first year (with JLL assistance)
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Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams)
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Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
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Comfort using ladders up to 30 feet tall
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Ability to frequently climb, bend, kneel, lift and/or drive
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Strong customer service skills
Desired Experience and Technical Skills
- Working knowledge of New Jersey Administrative Code (NJAC) 12:90 governing boilers, pressure vessels, and refrigeration; stay current on all code updates
- NJ Blue Seal steam license required; candidates holding a High Pressure Black Seal license will be considered, with the expectation of obtaining the NJ Blue Seal within one year of hire
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Expected compensation for this position:
66,560.00 – 76,960.00 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 –Pennington, NJ 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 446 open Building Maintenance jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$67–77K/yr
- US median$66–78K/yr58 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $72K, is close to the US median midpoint ($72K) — in the middle half of Building Maintenance salary ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 446 open Building Maintenance jobs across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Building Maintenance postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (273 postings).
- Education
- 2 of the 446 open Building Maintenance jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree 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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