Building Engineer – Critical Facilities

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

Data Center Operating Engineer responsible for maintaining mechanical and electrical systems for data centers. Ensuring 100% Up-time and continuous operation of building systems in Elk Grove Village and Chicago, IL.

Posted 6/4/2026full-timeElk Grove Village • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $101,379 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and performing preventive maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems to maintain 100% Up-time
Monitors operation, adjusts, and maintains refrigeration, chilled water, and air conditioning equipment; boilers, and ventilating and water heaters; pumps, valves, piping, and filters; other mechanical and electrical equipment
Requires the ability to analyze the operation of various systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions and take corrective action as required
Work order management, including CMMS, Vendor Management, and Customer Facing Tickets
Understanding and complying with emergency escalation procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years experience working in a data center/critical facility
Experience with building systems, including: UPS systems, emergency generators, and switchgears
Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills
Working knowledge of computer applications including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Google Suite and CMMS
Universal EPA 608 certification
Trained in NFPA70E
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

preventive maintenancerefrigeration systemschilled water systemsair conditioning equipmentboilersventilating equipmentwater heaterspumpsvalvespiping

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solvingverbal communicationwritten communication

Certifications

Universal EPA 608 certificationNFPA70E certification