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JLL provides professional services in real estate and investment management worldwide.
Chief Engineer - Data Center
Operate and maintain data center systems to ensure uptime, safety, and efficiency.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Data Center Chief Engineer role is responsible for operating, inspecting, and maintaining various systems and equipment in a critical data‑center environment, focusing on efficient operations, minimal downtime, and safe, energy‑efficient conditions. The technician must demonstrate expertise in a primary craft while being multi‑skilled to complete daily assignments. Daily tasks include performing preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, HVAC, CRAC, plumbing, and related building systems, following critical‑environment protocols and MOP processes; studying equipment such as building automation, fire/life safety, and production equipment; conducting facility inspections and reporting conditions affecting client occupancy; and completing hazard assessments, adhering to safety procedures, and maintaining compliance with codes and regulations. Administrative duties involve submitting P‑card receipts, updating work‑order status in real time using CMMS (e.g., Corrigo), performing vehicle safety inspections, escalating issues promptly, and attending work and safety meetings. Physical demands require lifting up to 80 lb, working at heights, climbing ladders, and operating in extreme temperatures, with on‑call availability. • Operate, inspect, and maintain data‑center systems and equipment. • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and CRAC units. • Conduct facility inspections and report conditions affecting client occupancy. • Complete hazard assessments and follow all safety procedures and codes. • Submit receipts, update work orders in CMMS, and perform vehicle safety inspections. • Escalate issues promptly and attend required work and safety meetings. • Provide on‑call support and respond to emergency work requests.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸data‑center ops
- ▸preventive maintenance
- ▸corrective maintenance
- ▸facility inspections
- ▸cmms updates
- ▸on‑call support
What You Bring
Required qualifications include at least four years of building‑engineering experience with strong HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and production‑equipment skills, experience in data‑center or raised‑floor environments, EPA 608 certification, and CRAC maintenance expertise. Preferred experience includes mastery of a specific craft, familiarity with building automation and fire safety systems, and relevant trade school or apprenticeship training. • Lift up to 80 lb, work at heights, climb ladders, and endure extreme temperatures. • Possess 4+ years of building‑engineering experience with HVAC, plumbing, and electrical expertise. • Hold a valid EPA 608 certification and CRAC (Liebert) maintenance experience. • Demonstrate familiarity with building automation and fire/life safety systems. • Complete two years of trades school or a documented apprenticeship in a relevant craft.
Requirements
- ▸epa 608
- ▸crac
- ▸hvac
- ▸automation
- ▸apprenticeship
- ▸4+ years
Benefits
The position is located on‑site in Abilene, TX, does not provide visa sponsorship, and offers benefits such as a 401(k) match, comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage, paid parental leave, PTO, company holidays, and early access to earned wages via Daily Pay. JLL is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to accommodations for disabilities and values diversity, offering a supportive culture, AI‑enhanced recruitment, and a global platform with local expertise to help employees thrive. • Work on‑site in Abilene, TX, without visa sponsorship. • Receive benefits: 401(k) match, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid parental leave, PTO, and Daily Pay.
Work Environment
Field