Assistant Chief Engineer for Data Center Facilities

Jones Lang Lasalle ("jll")
Durham, NC, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Access Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Data Centers Data Center Infrastructure Management (CIM) Uptime Network Architecture Enterprise Software Applications Servicenow

Job description

As an Assistant Chief Engineer for Data Center Facilities at JLL, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of mission-critical data center environments. You will work closely with the leadership to oversee facility operations, manage technical teams, and implement strategies to optimize performance, reliability, and efficiency of data center infrastructure.

Your day-to-day tasks will include

  • Assisting in the management and coordination of data center facility operations and maintenance activities
  • Supervising and mentoring technical staff, including engineers, technicians, and contractors
  • Monitoring and analyzing critical systems performance, including power, cooling, and network infrastructure
  • Developing and implementing preventive maintenance schedules and procedures
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with safety, security, and regulatory requirements
  • Participating in capacity planning and infrastructure upgrade projects
  • Responding to and managing critical incidents and emergency situations
  • Preparing technical reports, documentation, and presentations for management and clients

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in data center operations and management
  • Strong knowledge of data center infrastructure, including power distribution, cooling systems, and network architecture
  • Familiarity with industry standards and best practices (e.g., ASHRAE, TIA, Uptime Institute)
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities
  • Proficiency in using facility management software and building automation systems
  • Valid certification in at least one relevant area (e.g., CDCP, DCPRO, or equivalent)

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

  • Frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, stooping, and working/extending overhead
  • Lifting a minimum of 50 lbs regularly
  • Climbing stairs and navigating rooftops to access equipment
  • Using ladders up to 30 ft and working from heights
  • Ability to climb a ladder with a 300-lb weight limit
  • Must be able to work different schedules
  • Must be able to work holidays
  • Must be able to respond to site emergencies
  • Must be able to be on the on-call rotation

Preferred:

  • Previous military experience including Army Prime Power, Navy ET/Nuke, or Air Force HVAC/Power Pro Electrician
  • Corrigo experience for work order and maintenance management
  • ServiceNow experience for ticketing and workflow management
  • Moderate knowledge of manual trades such as carpentry and electromechanical repair
  • Working knowledge or capability to develop proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, and other recommended software packages
  • Multi-site data center management experience

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

Benefits & conditions

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 may 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

About the company

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 peopleand empowering them tothrive, 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., Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL?s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.

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