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A Data Center Chief Engineer manages staff members,  daily operations, maintains data center infrastructure, ensuring efficient operation, high uptime of critical systems.

Responsible for the operational management and effective daily leadership and administration of the engineering team with the objectives of safely, efficiently, and effectively operating machinery and systems in a cost-effective manner. The Chief Engineer must ensure the highest level of professionalism, while meeting the clients’ needs, and a commitment to achieving the goal of 100% uptime throughout the engineering team. Responsible for protecting and improving the value of the client’s assets and ensuring that building engineering systems continue to perform their intended function. The Chief Engineer will implement and manage the reliability-based maintenance function. The incumbent also executes equipment inspection and monitoring programs; defines and implements maintenance best practices to improve overall mechanical equipment uptime; and continuously evaluates current maintenance, operations and reliability methods and implements changes to enhance effectiveness at increasing value-maximizing performance.

Role and Responsibilities:

Building Management

• Monitors operation and maintains refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning equipment; boilers, heating, ventilating and hot water equipment; pumps, valves, piping and filters; other mechanical and electrical equipment; reviewing logs as necessary to assure proper operation of equipment; responsible for reporting any problems/malfunctions on an as need basis. Performs preventive tasks when required. Oversees repair and P.M. of HVAC systems; determines frequency of repair and/or P.M. for HVAC systems.
• Insures the availability of an adequate inventory of   tools   and   other   supplies   to   
  operate   the building.   Specific   duties   include   but   are   not limited  to:  preparing  
  and  submitting  purchase orders  requests,  developing  sources  for  stock materials   and   
  performing   periodic   checks   of inventory levels and equipment conditions.
• Insures the availability of an adequate inventory of   tools   and   other   supplies   to   
  operate   the building.   Specific   duties   include   but   are   not limited  to:  preparing  
  and  submitting  purchase orders  requests,  developing  sources  for  stock materials   and   
  performing   periodic   checks   of inventory levels and equipment conditions.
• Responsible   for   overseeing   the   activities of contractors working within the building either as representatives of the building itself or tenants operating within the buildings.

Safety

• Identify  safety  hazards  within  the  building  and incorporate the remediation of such hazards 
  to ensure  that  the  building’s  staff  and  occupants work in a safe environment.    
  Implement, administer, and manage safety training program.
• Ensure that compliance of all regulatory laws and guidelines are met as they relate to the operation of the building’s infrastructure. Responsible for alerting management of building discrepancies.
• Maintain    all    infrastructure    and    compliance documentation for the building including 
  up-to- date building drawings and single-lines as well as documentation  mandated  for  the  
  purpose  of maintaining regulatory compliance with Federal, State or Local law.
• Comply with departmental policy for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials.  Maintain a clean and safe workplace.

Leadership

• Supervise and manage engineers including hiring, SME (Subject Matter Expert) program, training and personal development.
• Ensure  that  the  CFWA  (Critical  Facility  Work Authorization)   is   a   well-understood   
  process among the building staff, engineers, tenants and contractors who perform work on the 
  building’s critical infrastructure.
• Serves as main communication point for building operations, training and coordination for engineering staff, vendors and management within Critical Environment and office building.
• Participation in Mission Critical Statement process and development for primary and secondary review of MOPs (Method of Procedures) within the Critical Environment.

Training

• Provides training and support aimed at expanding the  capabilities  of  the  operations  staff.  
  Specific duties include but are not limited to: demonstrating  the  proper use and care of  tools and  instruments,  giving  hands  on  instruction  in basic  maintenance, safety  and  troubleshooting procedures,    recommending    relevant    outside engineering  courses  for  enrollment  and  instilling an overall level of professionalism in manner and appearance.

Other

• Maintain schedule for 24-hours a day, 7-day coverage of engineering staff.
• Oversight of vendor schedule and supervision.
• Any and all other duties and tasks assigned.

Requirements:

• Allow others to observe work you are performing
• Associate Degree in and engineering discipline or equivalent work experience or High School diploma or GED equivalent, with two years of trades schooling in electrical system design, refrigeration and/or HVAC.
• 7+  years  facility  related  work experience, including customer service, leadership and supervisory experience.
• Managerial experience required.
• Applicable license/permit for trade as required (e.g. Journeyman or Master/Electrician, City/State License.)
• Universal CFC Certificate, Electrical License, HVAC license, Boiler Operator Certificate, etc, as agreed upon to perform duties or obtain within 90-days of employment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance processes.
• Understands aspects of construction planning and execution.
• Exposure to HVAC, fluid handling/pumping, fluid filtering, mechanical  systems, welding, and electrical systems and engineering and operation.
• Working knowledge of computer applications including  Microsoft  Office  and MMS systems.
• Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills.
• Proven record of excellent internal and external customer service.
  Proficient computer skills including MS Office applications.
• Valid Driver’s License

General Professional Expectations/Requirements

• All personnel must participate and actively support JLL’s behavioral safety process (Safe-Start).
• Act as an observer.
• Allow others to observe work you are performing.
• Report all near loss and loss events immediately.
• Report hazard IDs.
• Follow cardinal safety/life-saving rules.
• Comply with all written Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Attention to detail.
• Communicate professionally, in a clear and concise manner.
• Provide accurate and complete forms, checklists and any other relevant documentation.
• Ensures appropriate follow up with all team members.
• Seeks to continuously improve processes, systems and overall client satisfaction.
• Consistently demonstrates professional demeanor, appearance and attitude.

Location:

On-site –Topeka, KS

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

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

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