Building Maintenance Assistant

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What this job involves:

What this job involves: Join JLLs facilities management team as a Building Maintenance Assistant an entry-level opportunity designed for candidates eager to develop their careers in commercial property maintenance across South Florida. This trainable position is perfect for someone with foundational knowledge of electrical mechanical and plumbing building systems who is ready to learn and grow under the guidance of experienced professionals. English required. This hands-on role offers the chance to build technical expertise and develop independent capabilities while contributing to JLLs commitment to maintaining world-class commercial properties and ensuring optimal facility performance.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Preventive & Corrective Maintenance:Perform ongoing preventive maintenance and respond to work orders for mechanical electrical plumbing and building systems while documenting all activities in real-time client portals and Nuvolo ticket systems
• Facility Inspections & Reporting:Assist with comprehensive facility inspections and due diligence efforts identifying and reporting conditions that impact client occupancy and operational satisfaction. Escort vendors when work or inspections are scheduled to be done at the Ft. Lauderdale Miami and West Palm Beach locations.
• Interior Maintenance & Tenant Support:Execute general maintenance tasks including hanging pictures unclogging toilets patching walls some painting replacing lights door repairs and moving office furniture and equipment as requested
• Building Systems Support:Replace lighting and ballasts assist with HVAC and support the operations team in equipment maintenance and repair activities
• Safety Compliance & Hazard Management:Complete hazard assessments maintain compliance with state/county/city codes attend required safety training and ensure proper storage and disposal of hazardous materials
• Administrative & Communication Duties:Manage work order documentation escalate issues to Senior Building Engineers and Facilities Managers and attend work/safety meetings as scheduled
• Multi-Site Operations:Provide backup support to Senior Building Engineer during PTO and have ability to work overtime when needed and to travel to other South Florida offices as needed. Mileage reimbursement available. Ability to work overtime on weekends when needed and travel to Miami or West Palm Beach locations as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent with minimum 1 year of applicable experience in general building repair maintenance basic plumbing and basic electrical work
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills with professional demeanor suitable for client-facing interactions in commercial office environments
• Self-motivated with strong initiative and ability to prioritize multiple tasks while working independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds climb ladders up to 30 feet and perform frequent climbing bending kneeling and lifting activities
• Dependable transportation with ability to travel between West Palm Beach and Miami sites (mileage reimbursable)
• Flexibility to work overtime after-hours and weekends when required to maintain critical building operations
• Ability to pass comprehensive background check and drug/alcohol screening as required by JLL and client standards

Preferred Qualifications:

• Trade school certification or vocational training in building maintenance electrical plumbing or HVAC systems
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or work order platforms such as Nuvolo
• Basic knowledge of HVAC systems
• Familiarity with commercial building codes safety regulations and hazardous materials handling protocols
• Previous experience in commercial or residential building maintenance
• Bilingual capabilities (English/Spanish) to effectively communicate with diverse tenant populations and support teams
• Valid drivers license with clean driving record for reliable multi-site travel requirements

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If this job description resonates with you we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet all the requirements. Were 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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