Assistant Chief Engineer

Company: JLL
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way . 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 people and empowering them to thrive, 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. What this job involves: This position oversees maintenance operations by supervising staff, coordinating service requests, and implementing preventative maintenance programs. The role ensures efficient facility operations with minimal disruption while maintaining equipment performance and safety standards. The supervisor provides training, manages inventory, and maintains a professional maintenance operation that supports overall building functionality. Your day-to-day tasks will include: • Supervise and direct maintenance staff performance during assigned shifts • Coordinate and execute maintenance departmental service requests efficiently • Diagnose malfunctioning equipment and determine corrective actions needed • Provide hands-on training and professional development to operations staff • Schedule and implement preventative maintenance programs with minimal service disruption • Order parts and equipment while maintaining adequate inventory levels • Ensure safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials in compliance with departmental policies • Prepare purchase order requests and develop supplier relationships for stock materials • Maintain clean, safe workplace conditions and adequate tool/supply inventory Desired experience and technical skills: Requirements: • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent • 5 years of relevant working experience • 5 years of experience in facility/plant engineering maintenance with at least 3 years in a supervisory role • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs • Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods • Ability to bend, kneel, squat, reach, and work in various positions to access equipment Preferred: • 2 years of trades schooling in electrical system design, refrigeration, and/or HVAC Salary: $82,000 - $86,000 / year The salary listed is an estimate and not guaranteed. A salary offer will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Location: On-site –Charlotte, NC 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 Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing. JLL Privacy Notice 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. For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement . For additional details please see our career site pages for each country. 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. Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.

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