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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Critical Facilities Data Center Chief Engineer - **Company:** Jones Lang Lasalle Incorporated - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Data Centers - **Published:** September 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jll.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/jllcareers/job/San-Francisco-CA/Critical-Facilities-Data-Center-Chief-Engineer_REQ536654 ## About the Role * Hands-on experience working in a data center or critical facility, including UPS systems, emergency generators, and switch-gear, preferred. * High School diploma or GED equivalent. * 5+ years of related work experience, including supervisory experience. * Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. PHYSICAL WORK ABILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS: * Ability to walk, climb, bend, kneel, lift, stoop, and work overhead. * Able to lift a minimum of 80 lbs. * Comfortable navigating large campuses and accessing equipment on rooftops. * Capable of working from heights and using ladders up to 30 ft. * Physically able to climb a ladder with a 300-lb weight limit while carrying a tool bag weighing approximately 20 lbs. ## Description We are seeking a highly motivated Data Center Chief Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with the Facility Manager to oversee the operations of the engineering department. You will be responsible for providing technical and administrative support, preplanning electrical and mechanical preventive maintenance, as well as supervising and directing maintenance personnel in installation, repair, and maintenance of all mechanical and electrical equipment and systems., * Supervising and directing the maintenance staff on shift, monitoring their performance and ensuring efficient completion of service requests. * Providing training and supervision to enhance the capabilities of the operations staff, including instruction in maintenance, safety, and troubleshooting procedures. * Implementing and overseeing the preventative maintenance program, scheduling maintenance tasks with minimal disruption to building services and ensuring inventory is maintained. * Managing contracted maintenance work, ensuring timely completion and fulfillment of warranty obligations. * Monitoring and conducting preventive maintenance on all building systems, including fire/life safety, HVAC, electrical, and emergency backup systems. * Complying with hazardous materials storage and disposal policies to maintain a clean and safe workplace. * Managing inventory of tools and supplies, submitting purchase-order requests, and developing sources for stock materials. * Overseeing activities of contractors working within the building and maintaining records of building rounds and readings. * Training contractors on critical functions and work to be performed, including incident response protocols. * Participating in incident investigations and understanding emergency escalation procedures. * Ensuring all staff and contractors are familiar with the Critical Facility Work Authorization process., For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here. Jones Lang LaSalle ("JLL") is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process - including the online application and/or overall selection process - you may email us at HRSCLeaves@jll.com. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL. Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment. Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest. Pursuant to Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate. California Residents only If you are a California resident as defined in the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) please view our Supplemental Privacy Statement which describes your rights and disclosures about your personal information. If you are viewing this on a mobile device you may want to view the CCPA version on a larger device. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 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