Stationary Engineer

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Location: GM Facility, Lake Orion, MI

Schedule: 7-day rotation including weekends/holidays + on-call
Compensation: $41.32/hr + shift differential

Join JLL's utilities operations team as a Stationary Engineer maintaining and operating a large industrial utilities facility serving a manufacturing complex. Responsibilities include monitoring steam, chilled water, wastewater treatment, and essential utility systems while ensuring optimal performance, safety compliance, and energy efficiency in 24/7 operations.

• Operate, repair, and maintain high pressure boilers and steam production systems
• Manage Trane 1000-ton and 4000-ton Carrier chiller units with primary/secondary pumps
• Operate cooling towers, wastewater treatment systems, and resin bed deionized water systems
• Perform predictive maintenance (ultrasonic leak detection, thermal scans, vibration analysis)
• Monitor systems from control room and respond to equipment needs
• Execute scheduled/corrective maintenance per safety and operating procedures
• Diagnose problems affecting facility operations and environmental compliance
• Maintain detailed records, logbook entries, and support energy conservation measures
• Participate in GM's GMS process and Level 5 BPD Boards
• Respond to emergencies and provide shift coverage as required

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years utilities systems maintenance and operation experience
• Formal training in energy operations, equipment maintenance, or instrumentation/controls
• Solid mechanical and electrical maintenance/repair skills
• Knowledge of utility systems, steam production, and maintenance practices

• Boiler Operator license (municipality or recognized institution) - Required
• Experience with industrial boiler operations and high-pressure steam systems
• Knowledge of chiller systems, cooling towers, and HVAC operations
• Understanding of wastewater treatment and environmental compliance
• Ability to read blueprints, technical manuals, and operational procedures
• Physically fit for industrial environment (lifting, climbing, confined spaces)

• Strong safety awareness and procedure adherence
• Independent work capability in 24/7 operational environment
• Excellent record-keeping and documentation skills
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Flexibility for weekends, holidays, and emergency response

• Journeyman Stationary Engineer certification
• Universal Refrigerant Management certification
• Wastewater treatment operator license
• Associate degree in mechanical engineering or industrial maintenance
• CMMS and building automation systems experience
• Manufacturing/industrial utility operations background
• Energy management and Lean manufacturing experience

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

On-site - Lake Orion, MI;
Pontiac, MI;
Troy, MI;
Waterford, MI

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!

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

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