Operating Engineer

Operating Engineer

Responsible to ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment and systems for the assigned property(s). Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) maintaining a clean and safe working environment, performing rounds, conducting routine assessments, performance of day-to-day preventive and corrective maintenance, painting, and housekeeping for assigned properties.

Work Schedule

Training Period: Day shift Monday–Friday for approximately 6 months.

Post-Training Schedule: Overnight shift, 6:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Monday–Thursday (4-day work week).

Base Pay Range: $30 - $33 hourly

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform all plumbing, electrical, and HVAC requirements of the building(s).
• Maintain heating equipment, chillers (air- and/or water-cooled), DX units, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, VAV systems, and air distribution systems.
• Complete normal work orders and preventive maintenance tasks (PMs).
• Test-run generators during scheduled run times.
• Assist with vendor PMs on critical equipment, including UPS units, ATS switches, and chillers.
• Update all required documentation in a timely manner according to ISO 9001 standards.
• Keep all mechanical and electrical rooms clean and orderly.
• Update and maintain an inventory of spare parts.
• Perform regular building checks for maintenance issues (lights, restrooms, general repairs).
• Keep all floor tiles properly seated and perform repairs as needed.
• Monitor contractors working on the raised floor, ensuring they have a valid change ticket and understand their scope of work.
• Escort contractors requiring access to the raised floor and check on them at least every 30 minutes.
• Log all issues in the daily logbook, noting whether they are completed or outstanding.
• Install data center components, including cabinets, equipment, shelves, power bars, and cable managers.
• Ensure all power cabling is installed and labeled correctly according to documented standards.
• Track and document all circuits and power bars.
• Maintain equipment standards lists to keep them current.
• Maintain all data center cabinets in proper working order, including doors and any repairs needed by IS or Facilities.
• Ensure all work on the data center floor is performed in accordance with Change Management guidelines.

Important Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Graduate of apprentice program or trade school preferred

Important Experience

3-5+ years of related work experience in operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial property setting

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

May be required to have certification as a Universal Technician for CFC's depending on market licensure requirements

Experience in operation, maintenance and basic repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, water systems, etc.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Must have ability to stoop, stand, climb, frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices

Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you

Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing

Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation for the position is: $28.05 - $33.00.

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us. INCO: "Cushman & Wakefield"