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Critical Operating Engineer

Raleigh, NC, US💼 Full-time🗓 2026-10-02

Core

Provide shift coverage and on-call plant operational support for all facilities systems in data centers, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire life safety, and central utility plant operations.

Role type

Data Center Operating Engineer / Maintenance Tech

Builds

Reliable and efficient operation of critical facilities equipment supporting data center spaces

Domain

Real Estate / Data Center Infrastructure

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Preventive and predictive maintenance, HVAC/electrical/plumbing system repair, reading technical drawings, operating hand/power tools, CFC licensing, emergency response, vendor coordination

Preferred skills

Trade school degree in mechanical/electrical/controls, data center experience, Universal CFC License (via careerplan.io/jobs/REQ539844-critical-operating-engineer-at-jll)

Technologies

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Windows-based computers

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and predictive maintenance routines and equipment rounds, coordinate critical area programs and maintenance windows, support outside vendors on repairs, perform emergency repairs off-hours, record equipment readings and adjust operations, assist with emergency situations (fire, spills), ensure compliance with OSHA/NFPA standards, participate in incident investigations, monitor contractor work quality

Seniority

Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC